The recent rise in prices has had a strong impact on the snow industry. Traveling as a family is now more expensive than ever. Particularly on skiing and snowboarding trips, in addition to the general travel costs, you'll also have to pay for lift tickets and gear rentals if you don't have your own. There may be families who used to be able to go skating easily, but recently it has become more difficult.
Nippon Ski Resort Development, which operates ski resorts all over the country, is working to reduce the hurdles faced by children who have faced the challenge of debuting on snowy mountains, and to create an environment that makes it easier for families to come to snow resorts. The NSD Kids Program is being implemented.
This program provides seasonal lift tickets for elementary school students and younger for just 1,500 yen, allowing them unlimited skiing at the 12 ski resorts that are part of the program. We run advantageous programs that only benefit users. This year, applications are open until December 15th, with less than a week left. Although it costs only 1,500 yen, if you use it throughout the season, you will get more wonderful memories and experiences than you will ever pay for. Let us introduce you to all the charms of the NSD Kids Program
High cost performance! “Ski trip” made easier
Let your children experience the charm of snowy mountains with the NSD Kids Program This program simplifies family ski trips and enriches children's skiing experiences. For many parents who want to pass on winter memories to their children or enjoy skiing and snowboarding with their families, cost is a concern. In today's world where prices are soaring, lift fees, which are by no means cheap, tend to be a hurdle to skiing.
However, with the ` `NSD Kids Program ,'' season lift tickets for children under elementary school age are offered for only 1,500 yen, which is surprising. It's not a one-day lift ticket. Seasonal lift tickets are 1,500 yen. For example, at Hakuba Happo-one, a big ski slope that represents the Hakuba area, a one-day ticket for a child costs about 3,600 yen and a two-day ticket costs 7,200 yen if purchased at the counter. A ski trip for 3 days and 2 nights costs 10,800 yen. However, if you register for the NSD Kids Program This is amazing.
Survey data from last year's kids program users showed that many of them went to ski resorts more often than in previous years. Many users said they had increased by 1 to 4 times, but some users said they had increased by 5 or more times or 10 times or more. This shows the impact of the benefit of being able to enjoy a season for just 1,500 yen.
What's also worth noting is that this season lift ticket can be used at 12 ski resorts across the country. This includes a variety of options, including some of the best major ski resorts in Japan, ski resorts that are easily accessible from metropolitan areas, and ski resorts with family-friendly facilities.
Ski resorts eligible for the NSD Kids Program
| Ski resort name | Child 1-day lift ticket regular price |
|---|---|
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort (Miyagi Prefecture) | 2,200 yen |
| Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) | 4,000 yen |
| Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) | 2,200 yen |
| Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort (Gunma Prefecture) | 3,600 yen |
| Itoigawa Seaside Valley Ski Resort (Niigata Prefecture) | 2,800 yen |
| Sugadaira Kogen Snow Resort (Nagano Prefecture) | 3,100 yen |
| Ryuo Ski Park (Nagano Prefecture) | 1,700 yen |
| Tsugaike Mountain Resort (Nagano Prefecture) | 3,800 yen |
| Hakuba Happoone Ski Resort (Nagano Prefecture) | 3,600 yen |
| Kashimayari Ski Resort Family Park (Nagano Prefecture) | 2,500 yen |
| Meiho Ski Resort (Gifu Prefecture) | 2,200 yen |
| Biwako Valley (Shiga Prefecture) | 4,500 yen |
NSD Kids Program increases the amount of time families can spend together and makes winter fun even more enjoyable. We also recommend inviting your close friends and family to register together. If multiple families go together, rivalry and competitiveness will develop among the children, and they can also improve their skills. This season as well, season tickets with original designs featuring Pokemon characters will be offered, adding a special charm for children.
You can change the destination depending on the conditions and purpose
As mentioned above the NSD Kids Program is not only the price, but also the fact that you can freely choose from 12 ski resorts scattered across the country. The benefits can be considered numerous.
For example, if the area you plan to go skiing is experiencing stormy weather, you can simply change your destination to a ski resort in another area where you can expect clear skies. Especially when visiting the Hakuba area, you can change ski resorts depending on the weather and mood, such as Happo-one on the first day and Tsugaike Mountain Resort or Kashimayari Ski Resort Family Park on the next day. Even if the lifts are closed due to strong winds, you can easily move to another nearby ski resort and enjoy skiing without incurring extra costs.
There are many options, from ski resorts that you can enjoy on a day trip to large-scale ski resorts that you can enjoy for a long time. As children's skiing skills improve, they may be able to step up from a ski resort with many gentle slopes to a ski resort with full-fledged courses.
Enjoy the fun of ski resorts and après-ski
The 12 ski resorts to choose from are scattered across Miyagi, Niigata, Gunma, Nagano, Gifu, and Shiga prefectures. You can also enjoy the different climate and food culture of each region.
Each region has its own unique cuisine; for example, you can enjoy the famous beef tongue in Miyagi, the high-quality Koshihikari rice in Niigata, traditional soba in Nagano, and the specialty Hida beef in Gifu. Popular sweets shops can also be found all over the country. The popular terraces at Ishiuchi Maruyama with spectacular views of Uonuma Plain and Biwako Valley with spectacular views of Lake Biwa are a great pleasure. Another attraction is relaxing at the hot springs near each ski resort. The quality of the hot springs and the atmosphere vary depending on the area. There are areas where you can enjoy walking around base towns such as Hakuba, Nagano, and Echigo Yuzawa. In this way, it is possible to add variety to the fun that comes with skiing and snowboarding.
`` NSD Kids Program '' not only stimulates children's curiosity and increases their experience, but also provides an opportunity for parents to discover new ski resorts. This is your chance to enrich the ski experience for the whole family.
Events and benefits exclusive to NSD Kids Program registrants are hot
`` NSD Kids Program '' not only offers discounts on children's lift fees, but also provides a wealth of benefits and experiences. Children participating in the program can participate in skiing and snowboarding sessions and lessons with famous athletes.
Last season, top-class athletes with world championships participated in the event, including halfpipe skier Ayana Onozuka and freestyle skiing mogul Daichi Hara. It will be an exciting event for the children.
In addition, although details have not been announced, there will be program-only benefits available at ski resorts in the summer of 2024, so we are looking forward to it.
The NSD Kids Program also offers a seasonal rental service for ski sets that are perfectly sized to suit children's growth. This eliminates the need to purchase new products to accommodate the changing sizes every year. You can also save yourself the trouble of stopping at the rental corner every time you go to the ski resort. Furthermore, skating with familiar equipment helps children improve their skills. All rental equipment has been maintained and can be used with confidence.
In addition the NSD Kids Program is currently running two attractive campaigns where you can win lift tickets and original goods.
[X Follow & Repost Campaign]
Just follow the official X account
[Friend introduction campaign]
NSD Kids Program through LINE, email, SNS, etc. and have a friend who newly applies for the program, both the introducer and the applicant will receive a can badge (not for sale) with a Pokemon design original to the NSD Kids Program. It will be done. 20 people will also have the chance to win a one-day adult lift ticket.
Both campaigns run until December 15, 2023.
Registration applications are due until December 15th!
Registration for the NSD Kids Program, which offers unlimited skiing at 12 ski resorts nationwide for 1,500 yen for elementary school students and younger, You can easily apply from the website. After applying, you can pick up your season ticket at the designated ski resort and use it immediately. Check the website below for details.
There is an important announcement at the end. for the 23/24 season “ NSD Kids Program ” are available until December 15, 2023. The countdown to the deadline has begun. Even if skiing plans for this season are not concrete at this stage, the cost is 1,500 yen, which will easily pay for itself once you go. If you are interested, register now!
NSD kids program ski resort MAP
Text: Daisuke Mizorogi
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NSD Kids Program
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