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Up to 50% Off! Buy Your 2022-23 Japan Lift Tickets in Advance & Save

Up to 50% Off! Buy Your 2022-23 Japan Lift Tickets in Advance & Save

Date published: 1 November 2021
Last updated: 17 October 2022

Many people consider Kyoto and Tokyo, where you can experience Japanese culture, as popular places to visit. But did you know Japan is also one of the world’s leading ski destinations?

Many of Japan’s ski resorts have long been chosen for their high-quality powder snow. And now that Japan lifted its travel ban, many ski resorts have been seeing a surge in reservations from abroad. Thanks to a great sense of openness while also avoiding packed conditions, the snow season is an experience that both seasoned and novice skiers alike should enjoy on their next trip to Japan.

Many ski resorts offer lift tickets with discounted rates when purchased in advance. Their types and prices vary depending on the ski resort and the time of year.

LIVE JAPAN has carefully selected lift tickets for ski resorts throughout Japan that are now offering great deals.

Some have a limited number of tickets available, so be sure to purchase now and enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and other snow activities at a discount!

(*Tickets are issued by our trusted partner, SURF & SNOW. If Japanese text is displayed after viewing the deals, please tap the globe icon to switch the language.)

Table of Contents
  1. A must when visiting in winter! Why foreign visitors love Japanese ski resorts
  2. What are lift tickets?
  3. LIVE JAPAN-recommended lift tickets
  4. Ski resorts in Hokkaido
  5. Ski resorts in Niigata
  6. Ski resorts in Nagano
  7. Ski resorts in Gunma/Tochigi
  8. Ski resorts in Iwate/Fukushima/Miyagi/Yamagata
  9. Ski resorts in Gifu

A must when visiting in winter! Why foreign visitors love Japanese ski resorts

A must when visiting in winter! Why foreign visitors love Japanese ski resorts

Japan is one of the world’s snowiest countries and its slopes offer up legendary powder. Since 70% of the country is mountainous, there are many snow resorts where you can enjoy a variety of courses, making it popular among skiers and snowboarders from all over the world.

But that’s not all the snow culture offers - the onsen baths are exceptional! After enjoying the slopes, you’ll love soaking your body in a steamy hot spring bath - the perfect way to relax after a full day out! It’s a unique way to experience Japanese culture to the fullest.

What are lift tickets?

What are lift tickets?

Lifts are what carry passengers up a mountain so that they can then enjoy skiing down. Lifts are a paid service, and to ride them, you will need to purchase a lift ticket. Getting a lift ticket in advance is recommended.

The main advantage of getting lift tickets at this time of year is the special early-bird discount, which lets you to get up to 48% off the regular price.

Because lift tickets have open dates, you can be flexible with your travel plans.

Which ski resort catches your eye? Get your lift tickets before the early-bird discount period ends!

*After tapping ‘view details’, check the SURF & SNOW page for available dates.
*Early-bird discounts are not available for all ski resorts/lift tickets.
*Lift ticket sales times vary from resort to resort; some may not display lift tickets.

LIVE JAPAN-recommended lift tickets

Haven’t yet settled on a snow destination? Get a multi-resort pass like the Prince Snow Resort Common Ticket!

With this multi-resort pass, for a reasonable price you can enjoy unlimited rides at select snow resorts in areas like Hokkaido and Nagano, which are easily accessible from Tokyo.

(*Note: Multi-resort passes can also be called ‘common tickets’ or ‘combination tickets.’)

Furano Ski Resort

Furano Ski Resort is one of Hokkaido's premier snow resorts. Thanks to the cold, dry winter air, this area sees exceptional powder that skiers and snowboarders can't seem to get enough of!

  • Furano Ski Resort
    • Address Nakagoryo, Furano-shi, Hokkaido, 076-8511, 076-8511
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Furano Station (Nemuro Main Line / Furano Line)
    • Phone Number 0167-22-1111

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Prince Snow Resort Karuizawa

Prince Snow Resort Karuizawa is one of the easiest accessible ski areas from Tokyo. Perfect for beginners and snowbirds alike, this Karuizawa ski resort offers a huge range of fun activities for children and adults alike, making it a popular winter destination. Thanks to the snow machines, they are opening one step ahead of other resorts on November 3!

We also recommend combination tickets for the incredibly popular Hoshino Resorts snow resorts.

Ski resorts in Hokkaido

  • Hakodate Nanae Snow Park
    • Address 041-1351 666 Higashioonuma, Nanae-Cho, Kameda-Gun, Hokkaido, 041-1351
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Onumakoen Station (Hakodate Main Line)
    • Phone Number 0138-67-3355

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 16-59
      • All-Day
      20%OFF
      6,900
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • [AdvanceTicket] Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 16-59
      • All-Day
      18%OFF
      6,700
      5,500JPY
      View Deal

Ski resorts in Niigata

Mt. Naeba / Naeba Ski Resort

Naeba Ski Resort has a luxurious atmosphere with numerous hotels at the base of the mountain. Naeba is connected to the adjacent Kagura Ski Resort by the 5,481m-long “Dragondora” lift – the longest in Japan – to make Mt. Naeba the country’s largest snow resort. This season, Naeba Ski Resort celebrates its 50th anniversary.

  • Mt.Naeba / Naeba Ski Resort
    • Address Mikuni, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami Uonuma-Gun, Niigata -Ken 949-6292, 949-6292
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Tsuchitaru Station (Joetsu Line)
      40 minutes by bus
    • Phone Number 025-789-4117

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Mt.Naeba / Kagura Ski Resort

Take up the challenge of a ski tour in the triple-zone ski area with its superb snow quality, long trails, and long season.

  • Mt.Naeba / Kagura Ski Resort
    • Address 742 Mitsumata, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6211, 949-6211
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Echigo-yuzawa Station (Joetsu Shinkansen)
      15 minutes by car
    • Phone Number 025-788-9221

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Akakura Onsen Ski Area

The Akakura Onsen Ski Area features dynamic slopes that stretch over Mt. Myoko, with slopes that range from gentle to steep. There are 14 lifts and 17 courses. All slopes are 100% natural snow, and the excellent quality and amount of snow make this place very popular among overseas skiers. The wide long course is for beginners, and the steep slope course is for advanced skiers.

  • Akakura Onsen Ski Area
    • Address 949-2111 Akakurakita51-3, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2111
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Myokokogen Station (Myoko-haneuma Line)
    • Phone Number 0255-87-2125

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [AdvanceTicket] Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      9%OFF
      5,500
      5,000JPY
      View Deal
    • [AdvanceTicket] Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 16-59
      • All-Day
      18%OFF
      6,700
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort
    • Address Suginosawa, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2113
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Kurohime Station (Shinano Railway Kita-Shinano Line)
    • Phone Number 0255-86-6211

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
  • GALA YUZAWA SNOW RESORT
    • Address 1039-2 Kayabira, Yuzawa, Yuzawa-Cho, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6101, 949-6101
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Gala Yuzawa Station (Joetsu Shinkansen Bound For Gala Yuzawa)
      0 minute on foot
    • Phone Number 025-785-6543

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Lift ticket (+Voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 12+
      • All-Day
      8%OFF
      6,500
      6,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket (+Voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 6-12
      • All-Day
      14%OFF
      3,500
      3,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket (+Voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 12+
      • All-Day
      9%OFF
      5,500
      5,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket (+Voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 6-12
      • All-Day
      17%OFF
      3,000
      2,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Yuzawa Park Ski Resort
    • Address Kosaka, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Echigo-nakazato Station (Joetsu Line)
      5 minutes by car
    • Phone Number 025-787-4111

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      22%OFF
      4,500
      3,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Student & Senior
      • All-Day
      23%OFF
      3,500
      2,700JPY
      View Deal

Ski resorts in Nagano

RYUOO SKI PARK

RYUOO SKI PARK is known for its excellent powder and panoramic views.

  • RYUOO  SKI  PARK
    • Address Ryuoo-Kogen, Ymananouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano, 381-0405
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yomase Station (Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line)
    • Phone Number 0269-33-7131

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • NSD Snow Resorts Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      13%OFF
      6,300
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Shiga-Kogen Yakibitaiyama Ski Resort
    • Address 381-0497 Yakibitaiyama, Shiga kogen, Yamanouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 381-0497
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yudanaka Station (Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line)
    • Phone Number 0269-34-3117

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      65,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Age 12-18 & Senior
      • All-Day
      58,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Child
      • All-Day
      32,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      55,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Age 12-18 & Senior
      • All-Day
      47,000JPY
      View Deal
    • [AdvanceTicket] Yakebitaiyama Area Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      8%OFF
      6,000
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • [AdvanceTicket] Yakebitaiyama Area Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Age 12-18 & Senior
      • All-Day
      10%OFF
      5,200
      4,700JPY
      View Deal
  • Okushiga Kogen
    • Address Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai District, Yamanouchi, 381-0405
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yudanaka Station (Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line)
    • Phone Number 0269-34-2225

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      65,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Age 12-18 & Senior
      • All-Day
      58,000JPY
      View Deal
    • Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama / Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort Season Pass
      • Season Pass
      • Child
      • All-Day
      32,000JPY
      View Deal
  • TANGRAM SKI CIRCUS
    • Address 389-1302 3575-8 Furumi, Shinano-Machi, Kamiminochi-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 389-1302
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Myokokogen Station (Myoko-haneuma Line)
    • Phone Number 026-258-3673

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      31%OFF
      4,800
      3,300JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Child
      • All-Day
      34%OFF
      3,500
      2,300JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Ski resorts in Gunma/Tochigi

  • Manza-Onsen Ski Resort
    • Address 377-1595 Manza-Onsen,Tsumagoi-Mura, Agatsuma-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 377-1595
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Fukurogura Station (JR Agatsuma Line)
    • Phone Number 0279-97-3117

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Okutone Snow Park
    • Address 39 Mukouyama, Minakami-Machi, Tone-Gun, Gumma-ken 379-1724, 379-1724
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yubiso Station (JR Joetsu Line)
      12 minutes by car
    • Phone Number 0278-72-8101

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [AdvanceTicket] Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • Age 16+
      • All-Day
      20%OFF
      6,900
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Ogna Hotaka Ski Resort
    • Address Aza Hotakayama, Hanasaku, Katashina-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gumma-Ken 378-0408, 378-0408
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yubiso Station (JR Joetsu Line)
    • Phone Number 0278-58-2133

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • NSD Snow Resorts Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      13%OFF
      6,300
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Kawaba Ski Resort
    • Address 378-0101 Kawaba-Kogen, Kawaba-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 378-0101
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Yubiso Station (JR Joetsu Line)
      36 minutes by car
    • Phone Number 0278-52-3345

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • NSD Snow Resorts Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      13%OFF
      6,300
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Ski resorts in Iwate/Fukushima/Miyagi/Yamagata

  • Shizukuishi Ski Resort
    • Address 020-0593 Takakura-Onsen, Shizukuishi-Machi, Iwate-Gun, Iwate-Ken, 020-0593
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Harukiba Station (Tazawako Line)
    • Phone Number 019-693-1111

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • [Prince Snow Resort] Lift ticket (4-Hour x 3-Tickets set)
      • 4-Hour Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      7,200JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
  • Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort
    • Address 989-0998 Kokuyurinnai, Kuraishidake, Togatta Onsen, Zao, Togatta-Gun, Miyagi-Ken, 989-0998
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Chuokogen Station (Zao Sky Cable)
    • Phone Number 0224-34-4001

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • NSD Snow Resorts Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • Adult
      • All-Day
      13%OFF
      6,300
      5,500JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal

Ski resorts in Gifu

  • Meiho Ski Resort
    • Address 501-4304 3447-1 Mizusawaue, Okuzumi, Meiho, Gunjo-Shi, Gifu-Ken, 501-4304
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Ogaki Station
    • Phone Number 0575-87-2811

    Reserve a Lift ticket in advance

    • Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • All Ages
      • Weekday
      9%OFF
      5,600
      5,100JPY
      View Deal
    • Lift ticket (+Lunch voucher)
      • Pack Ticket
      • All Ages
      • Holiday
      8%OFF
      6,300
      5,800JPY
      View Deal
    • Prince x Tokyu x NSD Combo Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
      • 1-Day Ticket
      • All Ages
      • All-Day
      6,500JPY
      View Deal
*This information is from the time of this article's publication.
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.

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