There are a number of areas where skiers/snowboarders can enjoy skiing in Japan.
Hakuba Valley area in Nagano Prefecture is one that they should keep in mind if they are skiing in Japan.
Where is Hakuba Valley?
Located in the foothills of the Northern Alps in the northwestern part of Nagano Prefecture, HAKUBA VALLEY is a collection of 10 ski resorts with rich individuality and towering 3000m mountains.
It was also the site of the 1998 Winter Olympics.
"Hakuba Valley" refers to the ten ski resorts located in the Hakuba Village, Kotani Village, and Omachi City in Nagano Prefecture.
10 Ski Resorts in Hakuba Valley
Here are the 10 ski resorts in the Hakuba Valley area.
Hakuba Happo-One Snow Resort
Hakuba Happo One Ski Resort is the largest ski resort in the Hakuba Valley area. The longest run is 8,000 meters. There is a wide range of courses from beginner to advanced, and there is also an area for advanced level with unpressurized snow, so each skiers/snowboarders can choose the course that best suits their level.
More information : http://www.happo-one.jp/winter
Tsugaike Mountain Resort
This is a ski resort characterized by a very spacious 1200m wide slope burn, ideal for beginners to practice.
There are also many unique courses, such as the TSUGAPOW DBD area, a controlled area for tree runs, and a full-scale park item. In the tree run area, safety class is needed to enter the TSUGAPOW DBD area beforehand, so skiers/snowboarders can learn about safety.
More information : https://www.tsugaike.gr.jp/snow
Hakuba Cortina Snow Resort
A large hotel (Hotel Green Plaza Hakuba) is located right in front of the slopes, providing excellent access. Almost all the courses meet in front of the hotel, so skiers don't have to worry about getting lost if they ski with the hotel as their landmark.
Many people come to this ski resort for the powder.
More information : http://www.hgp.co.jp/cortina/ski/
Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Area
This ski resort is connected to the Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort. There is also an off-piste area where skiers/snowboarders can enjoy some powder.
Snowskating is also accepted, and this is the best place to try it.
More information : http://www.hakuba-alps.co.jp/ski/
Kashimayari Ski Resort
There are 15 courses, and the longest run is 5,000 meters.
More information : https://www.kashimayari.net/snow/
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort
It features a magnificent 360° panoramic view of the Northern Alps, and there is also a cafe at the top of the mountain with a spectacular view of the Alps.
There are 26 courses to choose from, and a variety of courses to enjoy.
There are also schools for foreigners, and for Chinese-speaking skiers, there is a Chinese-language school called CrossShred SnowSports (無限界滑走 國際滑雪學校) .
More information : https://iwatake-mountain-resort.com/
Hakuba47 Mountain Sports Park
The popular "47 PARKS" ski resort is equipped with authentic harpipes, kickers, and other items that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced skiers.
There is also a "Tree Riding Zone" in the forest with pre-registration, and the course is characterized by its rich individuality.
More information : https://www.hakuba47.co.jp/winter/
Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort
Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort has three ski areas: Alps-Daira zone, Toomi zone, and Iimori zone.
It has a wide range of specialized schools, including a freestyle skiing school, which is rare in Japan, and Hakuba Snow Sports School(白馬雪龍中文滑雪學校), a ski school specializing in Chinese language.
More information : http://www.hakubaescal.com/winter/
Hakuba Sanosaka Snow Resort
Eighty percent of the slopes are suitable for beginner to intermediate skiers, making it especially popular with beginners and families.
Although it is a compact slope, it also has one of the best mogul areas in Japan, and is well maintained with a wide variety of courses.
There is also a lakedown course that overlooks Lake Aoki and can be enjoyed along with the scenery.
More information : https://sanosaka.jp/
Jigatake Snow Resort
A slope that is friendly to beginners and children.
There are no advanced courses, all of which are suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers, making it ideal for those who are trying skiing for the first time.
There is also one of the largest kids' parks in Japan.
More information : http://www.jiigatake.com/
Enjoy the area with a HAKUBA VALLEY lift ticket
In the HAKUBA VALLEY area, special lift tickets can be purchased, and the purchaser can use one lift ticket for all ten ski areas in the area.
More information : https://www.hakubavalley.com/en/ticket
Season tickets is also available
HAKUBA VALLEY common season tickets can also be purchased.
A variety of special offers are also available for purchase.
2021-2022 HAKUBA VALLEY Season Pass - Passholder Benefits
1. Access 10 resorts on 1 pass!
2. Ride the Hakuba Valley Shuttle Bus for free.
*Only on days when you ski or ride.
3. Enjoy a long ski season through the beginning of May.
4. Receive 50% off then-current 1-day lift ticket prices at all Vail Resorts owned and operated ski resorts.
5. Enjoy world-class resorts in Japan, North America, and Australia.
Please note that not all benefits may be available because of travel restrictions due to COVID-19
2021-2022 HAKUBA VALLEY SEASON PASS
Hakuba Valley Area and Epic Pass
HAKUBA VALLEY has signed a long-term alliance agreement with Vail Resorts, the owner and operator of world-class ski resorts, starting from the 2018-2019 season and has joined the Epic Pass program as a partner resort.
As such, guests with a HAKUBA VALLEY Common Season Pass and a designated season pass for each ski resort will receive 50% off lift tickets at Vail Resorts' North American and Australian ski resorts.
In addition, season pass holders of the Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and Epic Australia Pass will be able to ski five consecutive days for free at HAKUBA VALLEY.
More information : https://www.hakubavalley.com/en/about_hakubavalley/epicpass
