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.
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Address
Mikuni, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami Uonuma-Gun, Niigata -Ken 949-6292, 949-6292
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Nearest Station
Tsuchitaru Station (Joetsu Line)
40 minutes by bus
- Phone Number 025-789-4117
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Mt.Naeba Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
39%OFF9,0005,500JPY
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Address
Mikuni, Yuzawa-Machi, Minami Uonuma-Gun, Niigata -Ken 949-6292, 949-6292
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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[EarlyDiscount] Mt.Naeba Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
39%OFF9,0005,500JPY
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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
949-2111 Akakurakita51-3, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2111
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Nearest Station
Myokokogen Station (Myoko-haneuma Line)
- Phone Number 0255-87-2125
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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(October/NovemberOnly) [EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
25%OFF6,0004,500JPY
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Address
949-2111 Akakurakita51-3, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2111
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Address
Suginosawa, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2113
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Nearest Station
Kurohime Station (Shinano Railway Kita-Shinano Line)
- Phone Number 0255-86-6211
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Address
Suginosawa, Myoko-Shi, Niigata-Ken, 949-2113
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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
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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
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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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Address
4121-1 Kandatsu, Yuzawa-Cho, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6102, 949-6102
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Nearest Station
Echigo-yuzawa Station (Joetsu Shinkansen)
- Phone Number 025-788-0111
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
27%OFF5,9004,300JPY
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Address
4121-1 Kandatsu, Yuzawa-Cho, Minami-Uonuma-Gun, Niigata-Ken 949-6102, 949-6102
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Address
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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Address
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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Address
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
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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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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Address
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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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
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
33%OFF7,5005,000JPY -
Lift ticket (4-Ticket Set)
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
40%OFF30,00018,000JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
26%OFF9,5007,000JPY -
Lift ticket (4-Ticket Set)
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
32%OFF38,00026,000JPY
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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
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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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
33%OFF7,5005,000JPY
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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
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama & Koumi Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
20%OFF4,8003,850JPY
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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
Reserve a Lift ticket in advance
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Chateraise Ski Valley Nobeyama & Koumi Multi-Resort Lift Ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
20%OFF4,8003,850JPY
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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
15%OFF16,00013,600JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (3-Days Ticket)
- 3-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
20%OFF24,00019,200JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (4-Days Ticket)
- 4-Days Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
25%OFF32,00024,000JPY
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Address
Happo, Hakuba-Mura, Kita-Azumi-Gun, Nagano-Ken 399-9301, 399-9301
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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
11,600JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
27%OFF7,5005,500JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Child
- All-Day
23%OFF4,4003,400JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult
- All-Day
26%OFF8,5006,300JPY -
Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- Child
- All-Day
22%OFF5,4004,200JPY
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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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Address
969-3396 6838-68 Shimizudaira, Sarashina, Bandai-Machi, Yama-Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 969-3396
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Nearest Station
Okinashima Station (Ban-etsusai Line)
- Phone Number 0242-74-5000
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Address
969-3396 6838-68 Shimizudaira, Sarashina, Bandai-Machi, Yama-Gun, Fukushima-Ken, 969-3396
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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
31%OFF5,5003,800JPY
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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
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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
34%OFF5,0003,300JPY
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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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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
17%OFF6,4005,300JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket
- 1-Day Ticket
- senior
- All-Day
14%OFF5,0004,300JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] Lift ticket (Pair Ticket)
- 1-Day Ticket
- Adult + Age 6-12
- All-Day
16%OFF9,4007,900JPY -
[EarlyDiscount] 20-Hour Ticket
- 20-Hour Ticket
- All Ages
- All-Day
8%OFF26,00023,800JPY
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Address
Kokuyurinnai, Aza Hatairiyama, Iwasakishinden, Waga-Cho, Kitakami-Shi, Iwate-ken, 024-0322
Ski resorts in Gifu/Shiga/Hyogo
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.
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