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.)
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?
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.
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 / 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.
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Address
742 Mitsumata, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6211, 949-6211
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Nearest Station
Echigo-yuzawa Station （Joetsu Shinkansen）
15 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-788-9221
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal13%OFF7,5006,500JPY
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Address
742 Mitsumata, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6211, 949-6211
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.
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Address
5044-1 Tsuchidaru, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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Nearest Station
Echigo-nakazato Station （Joetsu Line）
- Phone Number 025-787-3301
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Address
5044-1 Tsuchidaru, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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Address
12300, Akinari, Tsunan-machi, Nakauonuma-gun, Niigata 949-8313, 949-8313
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Nearest Station
Echigo-tanaka Station （Iiyama Line）
16 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-765-4611
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Address
12300, Akinari, Tsunan-machi, Nakauonuma-gun, Niigata 949-8313, 949-8313
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Address
942-0534 Yukidaruma Kogen, Sugawa, Yasuzuka-Ku, Joetsu-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 942-0534
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Nearest Station
Shinano-Shiratori Station （Iiyama Line）
- Phone Number 025-593-2041
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Address
942-0534 Yukidaruma Kogen, Sugawa, Yasuzuka-Ku, Joetsu-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 942-0534
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2910-114, Koguriyama, Minamiuonuma-shi, Niigata 949-6636, 949-6636
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Nearest Station
Muikamachi Station （Hokuhoku Line）
10 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-773-3311
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Address
2910-114, Koguriyama, Minamiuonuma-shi, Niigata 949-6636, 949-6636
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112-1 Kabansawa, Uonuma-Shi, Niigata-Ken 949-6431, 949-6431
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Nearest Station
Jyoetsukokusaiskijo-mae Station （Joetsu Line）
4 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-782-1028
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Address
112-1 Kabansawa, Uonuma-Shi, Niigata-Ken 949-6431, 949-6431
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2056-108 Maiko, Minami-Uonuma-Shi, Niigata-Ken 949-6423, 949-6423
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Nearest Station
Ishiuchi Station （Joetsu Line）
7 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-783-4100
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Address
2056-108 Maiko, Minami-Uonuma-Shi, Niigata-Ken 949-6423, 949-6423
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Address
731-79 Oaza Tsuchidaru, Yuzawa-Machi, Minamiuonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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Nearest Station
Iwapparaskijo-mae Station （Joetsu Line）
5 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-787-3211
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Address
731-79 Oaza Tsuchidaru, Yuzawa-Machi, Minamiuonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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2117-9 Yuzawa, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6101, 949-6101
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Nearest Station
Echigo-yuzawa Station （Joetsu Shinkansen）
5 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-780-6888
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Address
2117-9 Yuzawa, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6101, 949-6101
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Address
Kosaka, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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Nearest Station
Echigo-nakazato Station （Joetsu Line）
5 minutes by car
- Phone Number 025-787-4111
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Address
Kosaka, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6103, 949-6103
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Address
944-0062 1966, Ryozenji, Myoko-shi, Niigata-Pref., 944-0062
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Nearest Station
Nihongi Station （Myoko-haneuma Line）
15 minutes by bus
- Phone Number 0255-75-1177
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Lift ticket
- 2-Days Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal27%OFF7,5005,500JPY -
Lift ticket (4-Ticket Set)
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal40%OFF30,00018,000JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal24%OFF12,5009,500JPY -
Lift ticket (4-Ticket Set)
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal32%OFF50,00034,000JPY
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Address
944-0062 1966, Ryozenji, Myoko-shi, Niigata-Pref., 944-0062
Ski resorts in Nagano
RYUOO SKI PARK
RYUOO SKI PARK is known for its excellent powder and panoramic views.
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Address
Ryuoo-Kogen, Ymananouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano, 381-0405
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Nearest Station
Yomase Station （Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line）
- Phone Number 0269-33-7131
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Address
Ryuoo-Kogen, Ymananouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano, 381-0405
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Address
381-0497 Yakibitaiyama, Shiga kogen, Yamanouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 381-0497
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Nearest Station
Yudanaka Station （Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line）
- Phone Number 0269-34-3117
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal25%OFF8,0006,000JPY
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Address
381-0497 Yakibitaiyama, Shiga kogen, Yamanouchi-Machi, Shimotakai-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 381-0497
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Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai District, Yamanouchi, 381-0405
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Nearest Station
Yudanaka Station （Nagano-Dentetsu Nagano Line）
- Phone Number 0269-34-2225
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Address
Nagano Prefecture, Shimotakai District, Yamanouchi, 381-0405
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24196-47 Kamishiro, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9211, 399-9211
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Nearest Station
Iimori Station （Oito Line）
- Phone Number 0261-75-3533
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Address
24196-47 Kamishiro, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9211, 399-9211
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Kamishiro, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9211, 399-9211
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Nearest Station
Minami-Kamishiro Station （Oito Line）
- Phone Number 0261-75-2101
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Address
Kamishiro, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9211, 399-9211
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Address
Matsubarako Kogen, Koumi-Machi, Minami-Saku-Gun, Nagano-Ken 384-1103, 384-1103
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Nearest Station
Matsubarako Station （JR Koumi Line）
- Phone Number 0267-93-2537
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Address
Matsubarako Kogen, Koumi-Machi, Minami-Saku-Gun, Nagano-Ken 384-1103, 384-1103
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Goshodaira 1841, Kawakami-Mura, Minami-Saku-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 384-1407
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Nearest Station
Nobeyama Station （JR Koumi Line）
- Phone Number 0267-91-1001
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Address
Goshodaira 1841, Kawakami-Mura, Minami-Saku-Gun, Nagano-Ken, 384-1407
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389-2411 Oaza Toyoda6356-Ni, Iyama-Shi, Nagano-Ken, 389-2411
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Nearest Station
Togari-Nozawaonsen Station （Iiyama Line）
- Phone Number 0269-65-2359
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Address
389-2411 Oaza Toyoda6356-Ni, Iyama-Shi, Nagano-Ken, 389-2411
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Happo, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9301, 399-9301
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Nearest Station
Hakuba Station （Oito Line）
- Phone Number 0261-72-3066
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (2-Days Ticket)
- 2-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal15%OFF17,40014,790JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (3-Days Ticket)
- 3-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal20%OFF26,10020,880JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (4-Days Ticket)
- 4-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal25%OFF34,80026,100JPY
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Address
Happo, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9301, 399-9301
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Address
Sagadaira Kogen, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture 1223-146, 386-2204
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Nearest Station
Hirahara Station （Shinano Railway）
- Phone Number 0268-74-2003
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Address
Sagadaira Kogen, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture 1223-146, 386-2204
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Tsugaike, Otani-Mura, Kita-Azumino-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9422, 399-9422
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Nearest Station
Hakubaoike Station （Oito Line）
- Phone Number 0261-83-2515
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Lift ticket (2-Ticket Set)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal12,400JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal28%OFF8,2005,900JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Child
- All-Day
View Deal22%OFF4,9003,800JPY -
Lift ticket
- Pack Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal29%OFF9,4006,700JPY -
Lift ticket
- Pack Ticket
- Child
- All-Day
View Deal25%OFF6,1004,600JPY
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Address
Tsugaike, Otani-Mura, Kita-Azumino-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9422, 399-9422
Ski resorts in Gunma/Tochigi/Shizuoka
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Address
377-1412 2032-16 Kita-Karuizawa, Naganohara-Machi, Agatsuma-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 377-1412
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Nearest Station
Naka-Karuizawa Station （Shinano Railway）
31 minutes by car
- Phone Number 0279-84-1227
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Address
377-1412 2032-16 Kita-Karuizawa, Naganohara-Machi, Agatsuma-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 377-1412
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Address
Aza Hotakayama, Hanasaku, Katashina-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gumma-Ken 378-0408, 378-0408
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Nearest Station
Yubiso Station （JR Joetsu Line）
- Phone Number 0278-58-2133
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Address
Aza Hotakayama, Hanasaku, Katashina-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gumma-Ken 378-0408, 378-0408
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378-0101 Kawaba-Kogen, Kawaba-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 378-0101
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Nearest Station
Yubiso Station （JR Joetsu Line）
36 minutes by car
- Phone Number 0278-52-3345
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Address
378-0101 Kawaba-Kogen, Kawaba-Mura, Tone-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 378-0101
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377-1611 Baragi-Kogen, Hoshimata, Tumagoi-Mura, Agatsuma-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 377-1611
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Nearest Station
Hirahara Station （Shinano Railway）
18 minutes by car
- Phone Number 0279-96-1177
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Address
377-1611 Baragi-Kogen, Hoshimata, Tumagoi-Mura, Agatsuma-Gun, Gunma-Ken, 377-1611
Ski resorts in Iwate/Fukushima/Miyagi/Yamagata
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969-3396 6838-68 Shimizudaira, Sarashina, Bandai-Machi, Yama-Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 969-3302
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Nearest Station
Bandaimachi Station （Ban-etsusai Line）
- Phone Number 0242-74-5000
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal32%OFF6,3004,300JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Child
- All-Day
View Deal30%OFF3,0002,100JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (5-Days Ticket)
- 5-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal31%OFF32,00022,000JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket(+Snow gear Rental)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal48%OFF16,8008,800JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket(Season Pass)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal47%OFF86,00046,000JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket(Season Pass)(Age 19-23)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Age 19-23
- All-Day
View Deal47%OFF36,00019,000JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket(Season Pass)(Age 24-29)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Age 24-29
- All-Day
View Deal46%OFF54,00029,000JPY
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Address
969-3396 6838-68 Shimizudaira, Sarashina, Bandai-Machi, Yama-Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 969-3302
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992-1461 Tengendai, Shirabuonsen, Yonezawa-shi, Yamagata-ken, 992-1461
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Nearest Station
Osawa Station （Ou Line / Yamagata Line）
32 minutes by car
- Phone Number 0238-55-2236
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal20%OFF5,5004,400JPY
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Address
992-1461 Tengendai, Shirabuonsen, Yonezawa-shi, Yamagata-ken, 992-1461
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967-0315 535 Takatsue Hara, Minami Aizu Machi, Minami Aizu Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 967-0315
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Nearest Station
Aizukogen-oze-guchi Station （Aizukinugawa Line / Aizu Tetsudo Aizu Line）
23 minutes by car
- Phone Number 0241-78-2220
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal37%OFF6,0003,800JPY
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Address
967-0315 535 Takatsue Hara, Minami Aizu Machi, Minami Aizu Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 967-0315
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967-0631 Aza-Yunoiri 293, Sakai, Minami-Aizu-Machi, Minami-Aizu-Gun, Fukushima-Ken 967-0631, 967-0631
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Nearest Station
Aizu-kosugawa Station （Tadami Line）
- Phone Number 0241-73-2111
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal35%OFF5,5003,600JPY
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Address
967-0631 Aza-Yunoiri 293, Sakai, Minami-Aizu-Machi, Minami-Aizu-Gun, Fukushima-Ken 967-0631, 967-0631
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989-0998 Kokuyurinnai, Kuraishidake, Togatta Onsen, Zao, Togatta-Gun, Miyagi-Ken, 989-0998
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Nearest Station
Chuokogen Station （Zao Sky Cable）
- Phone Number 0224-34-4001
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Address
989-0998 Kokuyurinnai, Kuraishidake, Togatta Onsen, Zao, Togatta-Gun, Miyagi-Ken, 989-0998
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Kokuyurinnai, Aza Hatairiyama, Iwasakishinden, Waga-Cho, Kitakami-Shi, Iwate-ken, 024-0322
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Nearest Station
Iwasawa Station （Kitakami Line）
- Phone Number 0197-65-9000
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
View Deal18%OFF6,8005,600JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Senior
- All-Day
View Deal13%OFF5,4004,700JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (Pair Ticket)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult + Age 6-12
- All-Day
View Deal16%OFF10,2008,600JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] 20-Hour Ticket
- 20-Hour Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
View Deal9%OFF27,60025,200JPY
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Address
Kokuyurinnai, Aza Hatairiyama, Iwasakishinden, Waga-Cho, Kitakami-Shi, Iwate-ken, 024-0322
Ski resorts in Gifu/Shiga/Hyogo
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*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.
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