One of the most outstanding castle ruins in all of Japan
A new ski resort, the first to newly open in the past 14 years. This is a facility not only for skiing but also for enjoying a stay.
As the Otani Bypass has been completed, it is more easily accessible from Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Very close, clean and good snow.
The summit has a very wide open space that will get you addicted once you experience it. There is also a refreshing wooded run. The ticket covers Sky Valley as well.
The mecca of alpine board and ski competitions located 21Km (30minutes) from Youkahyonosen IC on the KitaKinki-Toyooka Expressway
For absolute beginners there's an 'easy belt' lift and 'easy lessons' A family ski resort with close access from the city and car park next to the slopes.
It has good access and takes only about 2 hours from Osaka. Slopes are compact but you never get tired with the course designs.