outdoor japan winter sports guide 2010-11

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Cold temperatures and consistent snowfall is a recipe for great conditions at Hokkaidos world-class resorts.

The road to the deep north leads to some of the best, and least crowded, resorts in Honshu.

Step into the heart of the Japan Alps for some of the biggest, and steepest, resorts in Japan.

Ultra-convenient Yuzawa and beautiful Myoko Kogen get heavy snow blowing

in all winter off the Japan Sea.

Minakami, Kusatsu and Oze Katashina give Gunma some quality

resort areas on Kantos doorstep.

Nagoya and Western Japan's winter playground offers a chance to enjoy some good skiing and

interesting traditional experiences.

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OTHER AREAS: Weve only touched the tip of the mountain. Toyama, Tochigi, Tottori, Shiga, even Hiroshima, are just a few other areas with decent resorts. In fact, unless you live in Okinawa there is likely a ski resort near you.

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The one constant is change. Seasons change, people change and information changes too. Outdoor Japan has endeavored to provide accurate information as of the date of publishing, and although we promise this publication will help you enjoy your winter in Japan, we make no guarantees, expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy of the information in the Winter Sports Guide. We suggest you check with individual resorts for the most up-to-date information before you head to the mountain.2010 OUTDOOR JAPAN INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION IS PROHIBITED. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED HEREIN ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF OUTDOOR JAPAN.

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O utdoor Japan Medias annual Winter Sports Guide has one simple goal, to help readers enjoy Japans amazing snow season. Japan is blessed with a mountainous terrain that receives some of the heaviest snowfalls in the world and is dotted with natural hot springs. If you are lucky enough to call Japan home, or to have chosen Japan for your winter holiday, you have countless ski resorts to choose from and one of the finest ski experiences in the world. The key is to find the resorts right for you and go! Inside our free guide, theres course info on some of the top resorts in Japan as well as information and coupons for lift tickets, bars and restaurants, hot springs and other resort services to help you plan your next

ski holiday. Cut out the coupons or go online to www.outdoorjapan.com/snow to download and print them out. January and February are the peak snow months, but Japans ski season runs until early May. Dont let another snow season pass you by. Regret can bury you like an avalanche. It can stop you in your tracks like a bad wax job. You now have what you need to seize the season! KNOWLEDGE IS 'POWDER.' THINK DEEP.

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HOKKAIDOT he general rule with skiing is, the farther north you go, the better the snow. Well, you cant go any farther north in Japan than Hokkaido, and the area rightfully creates the biggest buzz for people in search of deep powder. The reason for this is simple; Hokkaido consistently gets the best snow conditions, and Niseko in particular

is recognized as a world-class ski resort, rivaling the long-established ski areas in Europe and North America. However, anyone thinking Hokkaido is a one-trick pony will be pleasantly surprised to find there are some great ski areas all over Japans north island.

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Niseko Grand Hirafu

Niseko Annupuri

Niseko Village

Rusutsu

Tomamu

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Kutchan-cho, HokkaidoNiseko United: www.niseko.ne.jp

While a few other resorts may try dispute Nisekos claim to the best powder in Japan, there is no doubt Niseko has the best, and widest, selection of restaurants and accommodation in Japan.

The infrastructure is well organized, with efficient bus service to/from Sapporo and New Chitose Airport and a shuttle bus that takes visitors to the various resorts. And on one of those rare mid-season clear days, the view of Mt. Yotei from the slopes village is the quintessential image of skiing in Japan.

Niseko gets a lot of attention, and rightfully so. It is the most international ski resort in Japan and consistently gets some of the heaviest snowfall in Japan. The mountain, Mt. Annupuri

(which, in Ainu, means White Mountain), is home to three ski resorts: Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village (formerly Niseko Higashiyama) and Niseko Annupuri. Collectively they form Niseko United and share a common lift pass. The Hanazono area of Niseko Grande Hirafu is independently managed, and one of the more progressive areas on the mountain, featuring three terrain parks and the only FIS Half Pipe in Japan, which is well maintained throughout the season, and a bag jump, where you can safely practice your freestyle tricks.

Niseko Village (which is actually about a 10-minute drive from the main Hirafu Village area) also has nice facilities, a lot of activities and the Hilton Niseko hotel. Niseko Annupuri keeps the lowest profile of the three, but has some nice areas that can be less crowded.

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NISEKO ANNUPURI

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Niseko, Hokkaido(0136) 44-2211 www.niseko-village.comDec. 1 - May 5 8:30 - 16:30 (16:30 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train: 120 minutes from Sapporo Stn. to Niseko Stn.By Car: 120 minutes from Sapporo City and New Chitose Airport.

ACCESS By Train: 120 minutes from Sapporo Stn. to Niseko Stn.By Car: 120 minutes from Sapporo City and New Chitose Airport.

Niseko, Hokkaido(0136) 58-2080 www.cks.chuo-bus.co.jp/annupuriNov. 23 - May 5 8:30 - 16:30 (16:30 - 21:00)

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ACCESS By Train: 120 minutes from Sapporo Stn. to Niseko Stn. By Car: 120 minutes from Sapporo City and New Chitose Airport.

Niseko, Hokkaido(0136) 22-0109 www.grand-hirafu.jpNov. 21 - May 5 8:30 - 21:00 (16:30 - 21:00)

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RUSUTSU RESORT TOMAMU ALPHA RESORT

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Shimukappu, Hokkaido(0167) 58-1111 www.snowtomamu.jpDec. 1 - Apr. 17 9:00 - 19:00 (16:00 - 19:00)

ACCESS By Train: 140 minutes from Sapporo Stn. to Kutchan Stn.By Car: 90 minutes from New Chitose Airport ACCESSBy Train: 58 minutes from New Chitose Airport to Tomamu Stn.By Car: 120 minutes from New Chitose Airport.

Rusutsu is more than a good day trip from Niseko. Its an excellent all-round mountain with 37 courses over three mountains: Mt. Isola, East Mountain and West Mountain. Powder lovers will

love the big valleys full of deep tree runs funneling down to the modern, efficient lifts and everyone enjoy the views of the back side of Mt. Yotei and the quieter alternative to bustling Niseko.

The ski-in/ski-out Rusutsu Resort Hotel is the most convenient place to stay with hot springs, day care, fireworks during Christmas and New Year and a variety of great activities.

Tomamu has excellent facilities and a beautiful location. Many courses are suited for beginners, yet a challenging double black diamond course and heli-skiing and cat-ski tours will challenge

advanced riders. You can even rent your own course for the day.

Tomamu is a destination in itself with a plethora of ways to entertain the whole family. Theres a good selection of restaurants, an indoor wave pool, kids park, ice village, dog sledding, night-time air-balloon rides, and a variety of spa and relaxation options.

Rusutsu, Hokkaido(0136) 46-3331 http://en.rusutsu.co.jpNov. 21 - Apr. 4 9:00 - 21:00 (16:00 - 21:00)

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KAMUI SKI LINKSFURANO RESORT

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Asahikawa, Hokkaido(0166) 72-2311 www.kamui-skilinks.comDec. 5 - Mar. 28 9:00 - 17:00

ACCESS Bus or car access is recommended:60 minutes from Asahikawa Airport to Furano Stn. ACCESSBus or car access is recommended: About 25 minutes from downtown Asahikawa on Route 12.

Furano, in central Hokkaido, is known for blue skies yet manages nearly nine meters of snow each year. There are two sides to the mountain, serviced by a 101-person cable car (Japans

fastest). The nearby Tokachi Range is a popular backcountry playground.

The ski-in/ski-out New Furano Prince Hotel has a new hot springs facility. Join the Host Program and get a tour from a local or a bus tour from January to March to Lake Shikarebetsus ice village and bathe in ice bathhouses or enjoy a drink at the ice bar built on the frozen lake.

Furano, Hokkaido(0167) 22-1111 www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/furano_eNov. 20 - May 5 8:30 - 20:30 (17:00 - 20:30)

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Kamui Ski Links is a resort run by skiers, for skiers. Those who enjoy powder and tree skiing will understand why this little resort 20 kilometers outside of Asahikawa has so many admirers.

Management has no restrictions on tree skiing and have even left several courses in which to play ungroomed.

On top of that, the snow quality is excellent. You may find yourself in some short lines for the lifts on weekends, but on weekdays it is nothing but fresh lines down the hill. Be sure to warm up by the fireplace at Caf 751 at the top of the gondola.

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SAHORO SKI RESORTKIRORO SNOW WORLD

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Shintoku, Hokkaido(0156) 64-4121 www.sahoro.co.jpNov. 27 - Apr. 3 9:00 - 18:00 (15:00 - 18:00)

ACCESS Bus or car access is recommended: About 30 minutes by car from Otaru or 80 minutes by car from downtown Sapporo. ACCESSBy Train: 94 minutes from New Chitose Airport to Shintoku Stn.By car: 200 min. from Sapporo to Shimukappu IC

Sahoro is a well-run resort that caters to families. There are 17 nicely-groomed courses, some semi-backcountry, a cross-country course and a terrain park. Like Tomamu, its a place where you

can have fun whether you are a skier or not and it's not for the budget traveler.

Two all-inclusive hotels service Sahoro Resort: The Sahoro Resort Hotel, an attractive luxury hotel, and the Club Med Sahoro. Club Med is arguably the most foreigner-friendly resort hotel in Japan. English ski lessons are available and lots of organized fun for the whole family.

Akaigawa, Hokkaido(0135) 34-7111 www.kiroro.co.jp/english/Nov. 20 - May 8 9:00 - 20:00 (16:30 - 19:30) (weekday, Sunday and holiday till 7:30pm)

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Kiroro is a relatively new (opened in 1992) ski resort just 30 kilometers west of Sapporo. The resort has great facilities, some amazing views of the Japan Sea and the natural surroundings and

gets a lot of snow from mid-December until early May. If Kiroro had one major drawback, it would be a lack of challenging terrain. However, there are a few powder pockets and plenty of gentle slopes for beginners and children. New " Powder Zone" open middle of January to middle of March.

Kiroro also has one of the best base lodges in Japan, complete with a hot spring to soak away the days bumps and bruises and an adjacent hotel with good restaurants.

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TOHOKUT he Tohoku Region represents about 35 percent of the area of Japans main island, Honshu. Running north-south through the center of Tohoku are the Ou Mountains, ranging between 1,500-2,000 meters. When the famous poet, Matsuo Basho, wrote The Narrow Road to the Deep North (Oku

no Hosomichi) these were the mountains toward which he walked. Today they are full of some of Japans least crowded ski resorts. Tohoku may seem far away, but its only two-to-four hours by bullet train or you can jump on a domestic flight. Regardless, its never too far to go to find good snow.


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APPI KOGENHAKKODA ROPEWAY

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Adults 5 Times (on Ropeway) 4,900Kids 2,200

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Hachimantai, Iwate(0195) 73-6401 www.appi.co.jp/foreign_country/english/ Dec. 4 - May 5 8:30 - 20:00 (16:00 - 20:00)

ACCESS By Train: 40 minutes to Aomori Stn. from Aomori Airport.By Car: 5 minutes from Owani Hirosaki I.C., Tohoku Expressway. ACCESSBy Train and Bus: 50 minutes from Morioka St. to APPI. By Car: 15 minutes from Matsuo-Hachimantai I.C. or Ashiro I.C.

The eight peaks of Hakkoda attract Japan's most devoted powder lovers. It is basically backcountry with a 100-person gondola that takes 10 minutes to the top with four trips every hour. Once you

get off you can choose from "Direct" or "Forest" trails. You won't get many blue bird days here and visibility can be difficult during snow storms (which is often). So if you are a Hakkoda newbie and want to explore the terrain it's best to so grab a local gudie.

Hakkoda Sansou, across the parking lot from the gondola, is the closest accommodation. Up the road, Sukayu Onsen is a mixed hot spring with a 300-year history and a 1,000-person bath.

Appi is a giant resort (41K of trails) with a long season (thanks to the many north-facing slopes) plus some great facilities (thanks to bubble era spending). Unlike many resorts in Japan, that have

relatively short runs, the average course length at Appi is 2,100m, the longest 5,500m.

Its possible to do Appi as a long day-trip from Tokyo but with two ski-in/ski-out hotels and an annex hotel, which collectively sleep 4,100 guests, why not stay and soak away sore muscles at one of the two natural hot springs after a day on the mountain. Families will appreciate the Kids Park.

Hakkoda, Aomori(017) 738-0343 www.hakkoda-ropeway.jpEarly Dec. - Mid-May 9:00 - 16:00

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HACHIMANTAI RESORT

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Hachimantai, Iwate(0195) 78-4111 www.hachimantai.co.jpDec. 18 - Apr. 5 8:30 - 21:00 (16:00 - 21:00) Night Skiing: Dec. 24-Jan. 9 (everyday); Jan. 15 Mar. 19 (Saturdays only)

ACCESS By Train and Bus: Shinkansen from Tokyo to Morioka Stn. (2 hours 26 minutes), then about 90 minutes by bus to Hachimantai Resort.

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TAZAWAKO SKI RESORT

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ACCESS By Train and Bus: Shinkansen from Tokyo to Tazawako Stn. (3 hours), then 30 minutes by bus to the ski resort.

Tazawako, Akita(0187) 46-2011 www.tazawako-ski.comDec. 17 - Apr. 24 8:30 - 20:00 (16:30 - 20:00)

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When it snows in Tazawako, and it usually does, there is deep powder and a good variety of courses to enjoy. When it is not snowing, you are treated to one of the great views of any ski

resort in Japan, with Lake Tazawa below providing a stunning backdrop. For this reason, Tazawako is a popular ski resort for people in Tohoku, but the lines are still relatively short when compared to resorts in other areas of Japan.

The lifts run directly from the Tazawako Onsen hotel area. The selection of runs should keep everyone happy; on one side is a beginner and intermediate area and on the other is a more challenging advanced course.

Its easy to get confused because there are two Iwate Hachimantai resorts and another in Akita. The smaller Hachimantai in Iwate is a three-lift powder resort known for free riding. Iwates

Hachimantai Resort, on the other hand, is larger and is a great family ski destination.

Hachimantai Resort covers two main areas, Panorama ski area and the Shomokura ski area. Both are well sheltered from the weather, and Panorama features a huge night skiing area. There are high speed lifts servicing mostly beginner or intermediate courses that are wide open, so plenty of breathing room for beginners or kids wanting to bomb down the hill.

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YAMAGATA ZAO SKI RESORTMIYAGI ZAO EBOSHI SKI RESORT

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Yamagata-shi, Yamagata(023) 694-9328 www.zao-spa.or.jp/english/index.htmlDec. 5 - May 8:30 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train and Bus: Shinkansen from Tokyo to Shoroishi-Zao Station (1 hour, 54 minutes) then about an hour to the ski resort. ACCESSBy Train and Bus: 21/2 hours by bullet train from Tokyo to Yamagata Station, then 40 minutes by bus to Zao Onsen.

Zao-machi, Miyagi(0224) 34-4001 www.eboshi.co.jpDec. 1 - Apr. 3 9:00 - 22:00 (17:30 - 22:00)

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Ski resorts each have their own personalities; it is one of the joys of exploring new resort areas. Zao Onsen has a big bubbling personality. The town is literally bubbling with hot springs, and the ski

resort offers a unique ski experience - skiing among the famous Zao Snow Monsters (juhyo).

The resort is big with four gondolas, 35 lifts and a 10K downhill course. Skiers will enjoy the layout more than snowboarders (too much traversing), but the highlight, undoubtedly, is riding among these huge creatures formed of ice and wind. The peak season is February and the juhyo illumination is spectacular.

Miyagi's Zao Eboshi Ski Resort is on the other side of the mountain from the more famous Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort. It's much quieter, and the lift lines are shorter on this side

of the track and the views are fantastic.

Although it's a decent sized resort with well laid-out courses and a variety of ways to descend the mountain, it is more geared for beginners or advanced riders, as there is not a lot of challenging terrain. Powder hounds will be salivating on some of the areas outside the lines.

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GRAN DECO SNOW RESORTALTS BANDAI

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Inawashiro, Fukushima(0241) 32-2530 www.grandeco.com Nov. 27 - May. 5 8:30 - 16:45 (8:00 - 17:00)

ACCESS By Train: 82 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Koriyama Stn.By Car: 60 minutes from Fukushima International Airport. ACCESSBy train: 30 minutes from Inawashiro Station via free shuttle bus.By car: 90 minutes by car from JR Fukushima Station.

With 30K of rideable terrain, 29 courses and five free-style parks, its no surprise ALTS is a favorite of many of the top park riders in Japan and formerly home to the Asia Open. ALTS is one of the most progressive

resorts around. They have a cheap backpacker hotel, shuttle buses from Narita and 24-hour English-speaking staff on duty.

After crankin big air in the pipe, slide into the Riders Caf for a drink or demo some new gear. After beating yourself up in the park or pike, relax in the hotel's great hot springs. ALTS has some nice terrain for free riding as well, but powder lovers will want to head next door to Nekoma. There are plans to link the resorts this season.

Gran Deco Snow Resort is a medium-sized resort with first-rate facilities, which include a gondola and express chairlifts and artificial snow making capabilities to guarantee early and late-

seasonriding. There is also a luxury hotel and SIA certified Snow Academy. Although the resort is best suited for beginners and intermediate riders, there are tree runs for advanced riders and a well-maintained park.

Gran Deco is one of the highest resorts in the area, which means good quality snow. The nearby Hotel Gran Deco has western-style rooms, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool (open in winter!), Jacuzzis, saunas, hot spring baths, restaurants and bars.

Bandai, Fukushima(0242) 74-5000 www.alts.co.jpDec. 18 - Early Apr. 8:30 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

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N agano is the traditional center of the Japan snow scene, and at the heart of it is the Japan Alps. The prefecture is home to some of the finest, steepest and biggest resorts in Japan, and boasts arguably the most breathtaking scenery. Within Nagano, the sheer volume of ski areas is due to the jagged spine of rugged natural beauty

known as the Japan Alps slashing through the prefecture. This area is as much a Mecca for photographers as it is for skiers, with its many onsen, snow-swept valleys and bristling peaks. Backcountry fun here is limited only to your preparedness and daring. Hakuba, Shiga Kogen, Nozawa and the Iiyama areas are just the tip of the proverbial iceberg.

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HAKUBA 47HAKUBA GORYU

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Hakuba, Nagano(0261) 75-3533 www.hakuba47.co.jpDec. 10 - May 5 8:15 - 16:30

ACCESS By Train and Shuttle: Shinkansen to Nagano Station and the direct bus to Hakuba. A shuttle service runs between Goryu and Hakuba 47. ACCESSBy Train and Bus: Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1 hour, 45 minutes), then an Alpico Bus to Hakuba (60 minutes).

Hakuba, Nagano(0261) 75-2101 www.hakubagoryu.com/e/index.htmlLate Nov. 1 - May 7 8:00 - 21:30 (18:00 - 21:30)

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Hakuba 47 is a relatively new resort (opened in 1990) that has been under new ownership the last few seasons. Theyve been trying to take some progressive steps to making a better

resort experience, and it is starting to pay off. There are loads of activities, events, an extensive snow park with lots of jibs, kickers and things to launch off, and a great half pipe. The resort also has some excellent intermediate courses, a challenging mogul course and a shared ticket with Goryu, so no shortage of courses from which to choose. Early birds will want to take advantage of the First Tracks tour. If you were wondering about the name, the goal of the resort is to offer a great mountain experience 4 seasons and 7 days a week.

Hakuba Goryu is not the largest ski resort in Hakuba, but it could be the most pleasant. The scenery, with the Alps soaring behind you, and the Escal Plaza, one of the best base lodges in Japan,

make it a great place to introduce people to skiing in Japan. There is a ski/snowboard rental shop, three restaurants (including a Subway) and even an ofuro (bath) open until 9 p.m. daily. If youre on a tight budget, there is a resting room where you can wait for the lifts to open (1,000; open 11:30 p.m. to 8 a.m.). Its a common space that fits up to 100 people (no reservations; first come, first rest). Challenge yourself on the Champions expert run. Goryu also shares a common lift pass with Hakuba 47.

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HAKUBA IWATAKEHAKUBA HAPPO

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Hakuba, Nagano(0261) 72-2474 www.tokyu-hakuba.co.jp/english/winter/iwatake/Dec. 18 - Apr. 3 8:00 - 17:00

ACCESS By Train and Bus: Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1 hour, 45 minutes), then an Alpico Bus to Hakuba (60 minutes). ACCESSBy Train: and Bus Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1 hour, 45 minutes), then an Alpico Bus to Hakuba (60 minutes).

Hakuba, Nagano(0261) 72-3066 www.hakuba-happo.or.jpNov. 21 - May 5 8:00 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

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If the crowds at Happo are too much for you, head over to nearby Iwatake. The base of the resort looks up at Hakubas highest peaks for a spectacular view while you enjoy the slopes. The

resort itself is surprisingly big, making it a great place to go to get away from the crowds and explore the 24 courses.

Its mostly beginner and intermediate runs, but there is a nearly four-kilometer cruiser and a small terrain park. Lift lines are relatively short by Hakuba standards, and you can often find some pockets of powder here after it has been tracked out at other resorts nearby.

Happo is a huge resort that is heaven for skiers who enjoy well-groomed, long courses. There are many runs, good challenging terrain, and "parksters" will enjoy the acclaimed High

Cascade Snowboard Park. Happo hosted the downhill races during the 1998 Olympics and, if you want to test your meddle, head to the top of the mens downhill course. While advanced riders will love Happo, beginners may get frustrated with the many narrow paths leading down the mountain. If you need a break, the Usagidaira 109 restaurant on the top of the gondola or the High Cascade Caf are great places to stop. Note the resorts popularity means it can get crowded, especially on long weekends.

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HAKUBA CORTINA

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Hakuba, Nagano(0261) 82-2236 www.hakubacortina.jpDec. 11 - Apr. 3 8:30 - 20:00 (17:00 - 20:00)

ACCESS By Train: and Bus Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1 hour, 45 minutes), then a shuttle to Hakuba Cortina (80 minutes).


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If you are looking for a place to spend a quiet, romantic ski weekend in the Hakuba area, head over to Cortina. The massive Green Plaza Hotel with northern European architecture will be

impressive. If your partner is just starting out; the course right outside the door of the hotel is a gentle slope and great for beginners.

In fact, most of the runs at the resort are in the beginner to intermediate range, although powder pockets are there, if you know where to look. The Hakuba Cortina Resort offers a shuttle from Nagano station for 500 (reservation required).

HAKUBA TSUGAIKE KOGEN

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ACCESS By Train: and Bus Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1 hour, 45 minutes), then an Alpico Bus to Hakuba (60 minutes).

Otari, Nagano(0261) 83-2515 www.tsugaike-kogen.comDec. 20 - May 5 8:00 - 20:50 (18:00 - 20:50)

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Tsugaike is actually located in Otari Village, just up the road from Hakuba. The resort could be considered one of the most underrated, considering it has some huge bowls, a big

gondola, terrain park, cross-country course, good night skiing and some interesting runs. There are even heli-skiing tours in spring and good places to hike to get fresh turns.

The Childrens Square is great for kids just starting out on the slopes. Most of Tsugaikes runs are in the intermediate range, but there are a few expert areas as well. To finish off a great day, head over to Tsuga no Yu hot springs, just 100 meters from the gondola.

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NOZAWA ONSENNORIKURA KOGEN ONSEN

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Nozawa Onsen, Nagano(0269) 85-3166 www.nozawaski.comNov. 20 - May 8 8:30 - 20:00 (17:00 - 20:00)

ACCESS By Train: Super Azusa Express train from Shinjuku to Matsumoto (2 hours, 37 minutes. Transfer at Matsumoto, then on to Shin Shimashima (30 minutes). ACCESSBy Train: 60 minutes from Nagano Station to Togari Nozawa OnsenStn. then taxi or shuttle bus. By Car: 75 minutes from Nagano.

If youre looking for the quintessential Japanese ski experience, Nozawa Onsen is the place. This traditional hot spring village sits at the base of a great mountain (Mt. Kenashi, 1,650m). The resort

is one of the oldest ski grounds in Japan, getting consistent snowfall.

Water and Fire. Water is everywhere in Nozawa, from the snow melting in the streets, to water flowing beside cobblestone roads, to the 30 hot springs scattered around the village (including 13 free baths in town). Fire takes center stage at the Dosojin Matsuri (Fire Festival on Jan. 15).

Norikura Kogen Onsen, Nagano(0263) 93-2645 www.norikura.co.jpDec. 4 - Apr. 3 8:30 - 16:20

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The base of Norikura Kogen Onsen Ski Resort (not to be confused with the smaller Hakuba Norikura) starts at 1,500 meters, meaning the snow quality is excellent, and youll spend more time riding

than in lift lines. It is a relatively small, local resort, yet the dedicated locals have created a progressive and challenging terrain park and good facilities for beginners to learn to ride.

There is no ATM, so bring cash and make sure to pack chains or have a 4WD, since Norikura is nestled deep in the Northern Alps. And after a day on the mountain, dont miss the great rotenburo at Yukemurikan.

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SHIGA KOGENShiga Kogen, Nagano

Hoppobunadaira,Higashidateyama,NishidateyamaYama no Kami

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If you include all 21 interlinked ski resorts, Shiga Kogen,

in Northern Nagano, is Japans largest ski resort area. Surrounded by 2,000-meter mountains, Shiga has good elevation and is a great place to get some early or late season runs in as the season stretches from late November to early May. Shiga Kogen hosted the womens downhill, slalom, the super giant slalom and both snowboarding events for the 1998 Nagano Olympic Winter Games.

One common lift pass allows you to ride about 70 lifts, gondolas and ropeways as well as access to the free shuttle bus so you can get around. If you plan to try all the ski areas, youll need to give yourself at least a few days to explore the various terrain. Okushiga Kogen and Kumanoyu remain skiers-only resorts.

With more than 100 accommodation scattered around the area, there is

no shortage of places to stay, although it has retained

an old school feel with most restaurants found inside hotels, some

serving Shiga Kogen Brewerys excellent microbrew. There are many onsen in the

area to soak after a day on the mountain, yet the most famous one is within Jigokudani Yaen

Koen, where resident snow monkeys lounge in their own hot springs, while visitors snap away with their

cameras Note that the area only as one ATM facility at the Shiga Kogen Post Office in the Hasuike area (Open Mon. Fri. 09:00-17:30 and Sat. 09:00-12:30).

We dont' have space to include all 21 resorts in the Shiga Kogen area, so here are a few highlights.


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ACCESS By Train: 110 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Nagano Stn.By Car: 300 minutes from Tokyo.

Shiga Kogen, Nagano(0269) 34-2301 www.shigakogen.inNov. 21 - Mid Mar. 8:30 - 16:30

Shiga Kogen, Nagano(0269) 34-2225 www.okushiga.jp/information/Nov. 21 - May 5 8:30 - 16:30

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NIIGATAO ne day in 1986, the good people of Joetsu, a coastal city in Niigata, were deluged by 232 centimeters of snowin one day. Thats roughly enough to bury a one-story building. Although this sort of thing doesnt happen every day, Niigata gets some of the heaviest snowfalls in Japan. The town of Yuzawa was where Yasunari Kawabata penned his award winning novel Snow Country (Yukiguni). It is also

Niigatas most popular of winter sports areas, due to the easy access from Tokyo (77 minutes) and the variety of ski resorts a snowballs throw from the station. Just over the border from Nagano Prefecture, in the southeastern part of Niigata, the Myoko Kogen area is one of Japans best-kept secrets. This scenic, mountainous area stretches all the way to the Sea of Japan coast and features some great resorts in its own right.


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KAGURA -TASHIRO - MITSUMATANAEBA SKI RESORT

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Yuzawa, Niigata(0257) 88-9221 www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/kaguraNov. 20 - May 22 (Tashiro May 8) 8:00 - 17:00

ACCESS By Train and Free Shuttle: Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo Yuzawa Station (77 minutes) then free shuttle bus to Naeba Resort (50 minutes). ACCESSBy Train and Shuttle Bus: Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo Yuzawa Station (77 minutes) then shuttle bus to one of the resorts car parks on Route 17.

Yuzawa, Niigata(0257) 89-2211 www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/naebaDec. 4 - Apr. 10 8:00 - 21:00 (16:00 - 21:00)

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These three connecting ski areas form one big resort. If you count Naeba, the total rideable area is 368 hectares. From Naeba youll be lifted above Lake Tashiro to wider and less crowded slopes

and better snow quality, but the area closes at 4 p.m. and the lift line back to Naeba can be long. A better option is to access the Tashiro Ropeway on Route 17. You can then traverse across Tashiro in about 40 minutes to Kagura, known for good backcountry options (enter at your own risk) and a long season. The Mitsumata area has a small boarder's park, a few jumps and two good slopes for learning. Accessible by the Mitsumata Ropeway on Route 17.

Naeba calls itself "The St. Moritz of the East" and is a popular choice for Kanto trendsetters wishing to get away for a day trip or a quick ski weekend. The crescent-shaped Prince Hotel cuts an

imposing figure at the base of this classic ski-in / ski-out resort and features all the trappings you would expect from a Prince-managed resort hotel. Off the mountain, there are childrens services, hot springs and other amenities and, on the mountain, a terrain park, kids park, family snow park and more.

Naeba Resort is connected to the Tashiro, Kagura and Mitsumata ski areas by the "Dragondola" which travels 5.5 kilometers in just 15 minutes.

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IWAPPARAGALA YUZAWA SNOW RESORT

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Yuzawa, Niigata(0257) 87-3211 www.iwa-ppara.com/english.htmlDec. 11 - Apr. 3 8:00 - 21:00 (17:00 -21:00)

ACCESS By Train: 77 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Echigo Yuzawa Stn.By Car: 50 minutes from Echigo Yuzawa Stn. to Gala Yuzawa. ACCESSBy Train and Shuttle Bus: 77 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Echigo Yuzawa Stn. then shuttle bus from Echigo Yuzawa Station in less than 10 minutes.

Yuzawa, Niigata(0257) 85-6543 www.galaresort.jp/winter/englishDec. 11 - May 5 8:00 - 17:00

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Although Iwappara looks like a relic of Japans bubble era with big pink apartments along the course, it is still one of the more popular resorts in the Yuzawa area. Its super convenient from the

station (five minutes) so it is quite possible to do a day trip from Tokyo, and the main course is so wide open, beginners can practice their turns without fear of being run over by a speedy skier (or vice versa).

The views from the top are nice, and the village area around the ski area has a nice selection of restaurants.

If you want a quick, convenient day-trip from Tokyo, you cant get any easier than Gala Yuzawa. The ski resort has its very own train station that doubles as the ski lodge. The amazing efficiency

has its drawbacks, however. It means you will most definitely not be alone on the hill. You can, however, get up to the mountain, get in a few runs with friends and be back in time to buy your favorite designer goods in Harajuku.

The resort is not for serious skiers but, if you just want to have fun in the snow for a day with friends, you cant beat the convenience.

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A great place for groups of 20 or less to get away and enjoy all Nagano has to offer.

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JOETSU KOKUSAI SKI RESORTNASPA SKI GARDEN

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Minamiuonuma, Niigata(025) 782-1028 www.jkokusai.co.jpDec. 11 - Apr. 3 8:00 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train and Free Shuttle Bus: Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo Yuzawa Station (77 minutes) then free shuttle bus to NASPA Ski Garden (5 minutes). ACCESSBy Train and Bus: Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo to Echigo Yuzawa Station (77 minutes) then bus to Joetsu Kokusai (25 minutes).

NASPA is a relatively new ski resort (opening in 1992) holding on to the past by being one of the only skiers-only resorts left in Japan. The ski hill is behind the deluxe New Otani Hotel and the

resort which definitely caters toward families who ski and want to stay in luxury.

In fact, you can enjoy yourself even if you are not a skier, as there are public and private hot springs, Jacuzzis, a swimming pool, fitness center and a selection of restaurants. Its location near the station makes for a quick, convenient ski weekend from Tokyo, if you want to get in a few turns (on skis) with the family.

Yuzawa, Niigata(025) 780-6222 www. naspa.co.jp/englishDec. 18 - Apr. 3 8:30 - 17:00 (17:00 - 19:00)

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To the north of Yuzawa town is a 634-room, European-style hotel that anchors the Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort. The runs are relatively short here, but there is a long 6K trail and a 38-degree

Daibetto Slope that will challenge anyones courage. The resort also has an extensive terrain park and two half-pipes; one used in the 2004 World Cup, and regularly hosts events such as the 2009 Nippon Freeskiing Competition.

Parents wanting to keep the little ones entertained will like the Kids Paradise area outside on the snow as well as an indoor Kids Room.

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AKAKURA ONSENMYOKO SUGINOHARA

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Akakura Onsen, Niigata(0255) 87-2125 www.akakura-ski.comDec. 11 - Apr. 3 8:30 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train: 120 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Myoko Kogen Stn.By Car: 160 minutes from Tokyo. ACCESSBy Train: Shinkansen from Tokyo Stn. to Nagano Stn. (1 hr., 45 min.), then take the JR Shinetsu Honsen Line to Myoko Kogen Stn., then 10 minutes by bus.

Myoko, Niigata(0255) 86-6211 http://ski.princehotels.co.jp/myoko/Dec. 18 - Mar. 27 8:30 - 16:30

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Myoko Akakura Kanko Ski Resort was one of the first European-style ski resorts in Japan. After merging with Akakura Champion Ski Resort, it has been renamed Akakan, although locals still

call it Shin Akakura. The unmistakable symbol of Akakan is the Akakura Resort & Spa which sits majestically on the slopes.

Its a great place to stay if you want ski in / ski out luxury. The area averages about 13 meters of snow annually, so there is plenty of fluffy stuff in which to play. Akakan has a nice variety of courses, but the most challenging runs are on the old Champions side of the mountain.

Myoko Kogen is simply one of the naturally prettiest ski resorts in Japan. Suginohara is another of the Prince resorts, and the facilities are well-maintained. The runs above the gondola are

where advanced skiers and powder hounds will have the most fun, but there is a lot to choose from here and some great on-hill restaurants at which to stop and take a break.

And you may need to, as Suginohara boasts arguably Japans longest top-to-bottom, an 8.5-kilometer thigh burner that will test anyones meddle if left for the last run of the day. The stunning view of Lake Nojiri below from the gondola makes it worth the trip along.

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CHARMANT HIUCHISEKI ONSEN

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Nu, Niigata(0255) 68-2345 http://charmant-hiuchi.jpDec. 18 - May 5 8:30 - 16:30

ACCESS By Train: Shinkansen from Tokyo Stn. to Nagano Stn. (1 hr., 45 min.), then take the JR Shinetsu Honsen Line to Sekiyama Station, then 20 min. by taxi. ACCESSCar access is recommended: Train and bus service is inconvenient. From Tokyo it takes 4 hours by car, depending on traffic and weather.

Seki Onsen, Niigata(0255) 82-2316 www.sekionsen.comDec. 21 - May 8 9:00 - 17:00

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Charmant is a locally owned and operated ski resort that most of your friends do not know about, but may wish they did. The resort is literally right on the Japan Sea (you can see it from the

top lifts) and get some of the heaviest snow dumps around. It is also a healthy drive from Tokyo (four hours), but is worth the trip if you enjoy short lift lines and uncrowded slopes.

There are lots of ungroomed areas and advanced terrain including a 1,000-meter powder course. The proximity to the sea means there is some excellent seafood nearby, and you can ski straight through Golden Week.

Seki is the highest ski area in the Myoko Kogen area and, even though there are just two lifts, there is access to many powder runs. This is a local mountain, and they check the weather reports

and know when the storms will hit, sometimes dropping one or two meters of new snow overnight.

It pays to get up early if you want first tracks. Dont expect groomers; this is natural terrain and free riding at its finest: tree runs, natural pipes and some good hits. Theres no ATM, so make sure to bring cash.


GUNMAW hile neighboring Niigata gets most of the attention, Gunma quietly has some great snow resorts of its own. Located in northeast Gunma near the border with Niigata, Minakami has ten ski resorts and is just 90 minutes from Tokyo. Ozu-Katashina is another quality area that flies under the radar. Katashina town lies in the shadows of mighty

Mt. Hotaka and Mt. Shirane and features nearby resorts such the popular Oze Iwakura, Hotaka Bokujo, a boarders park, and Oguna Hotaka, a nice mid-sized resort. Manza, to the east of Katashina, the popular ski and onsen areas of Manza and Kusatsu Resort & Spa are great places to relax before or after a good day on the mountain.

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TENJINDAIRA TANIGAWADAKENORN MINAKAMI

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Minakami, Gunma(0278) 72-3575 www.tanigawadake-rw.comNov. 21 - May 5 8:00 - 16:30

Minakami, Gunma(0278) 72-6666 www.g-jmt.com/norn/engDec. 19 - Mar. 28 8:00 - 16:30 (16:30 - 22:00 / 24:00)

ACCESS By Train and Bus: Shinkansen to Takasaki Station, then change to the Joetsu Line to Minakami Station, then 20 minutes by bus to Tenjindaira.ACCESSBy Train: 150 minutes from Tokyo Stn. to Minakami Stn., then free shuttle.By Car: 90 minutes from Tokyo (Nerima IC) via Kanetsu Expressway.

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Although Tenjindaira gets more guests in summer, when the tram is packed with hikers, than in winter when the area is blanketed in snow, Tenjin is a favorite of Minakami locals. The resort

itself is relatively small, but lift lines are usually short and the snow quality can be excellent if its not too windy up top.

However, the secret to Tenjindaira is what you dont see, which is access to some serious backcountry. This is enter at your own risk territory and not a place to go without avalanche gear (and the knowledge to use it) . Better yet, hire one of the knowledgeable local guides and enjoy some "Japow!"

Situated just three kilometers from the Minakami Interchange, Norn Minakami is the most convenient of the Minakami Resorts if you are coming by car. The resort is great for families.

Theyve created family zones where the average slope is just 13 degrees and a Day Care Center where parents can drop off the little ones and enjoy some time on the mountain themselves.

Norn is open from 7 a.m. to midnight on weekends, so you can enjoy a long day on the slopes and, like all Minakami resorts, is not far from some great hot springs.

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KUSATSU KOKUSAIKAWABA

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Kusatsu, Gunma(0279) 88-8111 www.kusatsu-kokusai.com/winter/englishDec. 18 - Apr. 17 8:30 - 21:00 (17:00 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train and Shuttle Bus: Shinkansen to Jomo Kogen (75 minutes) then 50-minute shuttle bus ride to Kawaba. ACCESSBy Train and Bus: Shinkansen to Karuizawa Stn. from Tokyo(72 minutes), then 55 min. by direct bus from Karuizawa Stn.

Kawaba, Gunma(0278) 52-3345 www.g-jmt.com/kawaba/engNov. 28 - Apr. 11 8:30 - 16:00

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Although Kusatsu is famous as one of the countrys best onsen rsorts, the area also features a quality ski resort that has been around since the Taisho Era and is open nearly six months out of

the year. Kusatsu Snow & Spa has an eight-kilometer downhill course, one of the longest in Japan (next to Myoko Suginohara), a Kids Square where the little ones can enjoy activities such as snow tubing, and a variety of courses for all levels.

However, the best part of being at Kusatsu is the fact you can enjoy some world-famous hot springs after a great day on the mountain.

Theres something different about Kawaba. Youll notice it the first time you pull into the covered parking area of the eight-story Kawaba City center house. There are six floors of parking and the

seventh and eighth floors are filled with restaurants and ski / board shops. On the mountain, Kawaba is progressive as well with a nice balance of park and powder.

Within the 10,790 meters or skiable terrain is the Powder Zone, a section of the mountain left ungroomed for powder lovers. There is a good mogul course, the Free Ride Park (back by popular demand) and a 3,300-meter trail for cruising. Kawaba City also includes a ski school, kids corner and locker rooms.

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OZE IWAKURAMANZA ONSEN

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Katashina, Gunma(0278) 58-7777 www.oze-iwakura.co.jpDec. 11 - Apr. 10 8:00 - 21:00 (16:30 - 21:00)

ACCESS By Train & Bus: Takasaki Line from JR Ueno Station to Manza-Kazawaguchi Stn. (160 min.) then change to the Seibu Kogen Bus to Manza Onsen (50 min.). ACCESSBy Train and Bus: Shinkansen to Jomo Kogen (75 minutes) then by bus to Oze Iwakura (90 min.)

Tsumagoi, Gunma(0279) 97-3117 www.princehotels.com/en/ski/manza_onsen.htmlDec. 12 - Apr. 4 8:30 - 17:00 (Sat. 17:30 - 20:00)

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Oze Iwakura is the largest of the Katashina ski resorts. It was also one of the longest skiers-only holdouts and at last check there were still a few runs that banned boarders (mainly mogul courses).

The mountain itself has a timeless, genteel feel to it, where visitors seem more interested in breathing in the fresh air and taking in the views than worrying about the latest snow fashion.

If you get tired of groomers, youll find some nice powder on the fringes while some areas outside the lines will be tempting. Yet Iwakura remains a skier's mountain at heart, and skiers will enjoy the long, cruising runs, moguls and some challenging steep terrain.

Manza Onsen is another of one of Prince Hotels signature properties and the hotels buildings commands an imposing presence at the bottom of the hill that features a lot of good beginner and

intermediate runs and is a great place for families.

There isnt a lot of challenging runs for advanced skiers but the scenery is beautiful, the snow quality excellent and the hotel has a great (albeit smelly) natural rotenburo (outdoor bath) for after ski soaking. The facilities and amenities are on par with what youd expect from a Prince Resort making for a stress-free ski experience.


GIFUA lthough it gets less attention from the Tokyo crowd than Nagano, Niigata and Gunma, Gifu has a number of quality resorts that service the Nagoya and Kansai region. Less than a couple hours from the main Gifu ski resorts are the Edo-style town of Takayama, known as Little Kyoto. Takayamas master carpenters built some beautiful shrines and temples here at the base of the Japan Alps. Also in the region,

along the border of Gifu and Toyama prefectures are the World Heritage villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokoyama, known for the thatched roof houses built in Gassho-zukuri (praying hands) style. These A-frame farmhouses are constructed to withstand the heavy snowfall that blankets the region each year. If you are looking for good skiing and mixing in some great cultural experiences, Gifu is a great winter destination.

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TAKASU SNOW PARK

ACCESS By Bus: A bus leaves Nagoya at 8 a.m. stopping at both Takasu and Dyanaland. The trip takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. ACCESSBy Bus: A bus leaves Nagoya at 8 a.m. stopping at both Takasu and Dyanaland. The trip takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.


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Takasu is well known to park riders. The resort has large free ride park that includes kickers, rails, boxes and one of the biggest super pipes in Japan. There is also a 600-meter professional

boarder cross course and a mogul course.

The resort is the training grounds for many of Japans rising stars and has hosted a number of competitions including the FIS Snowboard World Cup. Aside from the amazing pipe and park, winter sports enthusiasts of all levels can enjoy the open-faced free ride terrain including a 4,800-meter trail, one of longest in western Japan and several other 4,000-meter trails. Theres even some backcountry tours through Dainichi Valley.

Dynaland is the largest of the Takasu ski resorts. There are 19 runs; the longest a 3,200-meter thigh burner. There is a shared ticket to neighboring Takasu Snow Park and two places on the

mountain that connect the resorts. If you want to get out on the slopes first thing in the morning, the Hotel Villa Mon-Saint is right in front of the resort and there are 5 a.m. openings for first tracks on selected dates.

The resort has a resident DJ that will take music requests and you can do some good for Mother Nature while having a lunch break since the Dynaland Eco Project collects proceeds from resort restaurants to support a Gifu tree planting project.

1 DAY TICKET

Adults 4,800Kids 2,000 Park

Takasu, Gifu(0575) 72-6636 www.g-jmt.com/dynaland/eng/Dec. 4 - Apr. 10 8:00 - 16:45

Takasu, Gifu(0575) 72-7000 www.g-jmt.com/takasu/engDec. 1 - Apr. 17 8:00 - 16:30

Park1 DAY

TICKETAdults 5,300

Kids 3,000

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Ph: 0261-72-8311Web: www.hakuba-yamanohotel.com

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10% oFF NiSeko

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Restrictions: Valid during 2010/2011 winter season only

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Hakuba, Nagano: Feb 26.

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tHe beSt weekeNDS to be oN tHe MouNtaiN tHiS wiNteR, So coMe JoiN

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a LaRge SeLectioN oF iMPoRteD bottLeD, DRaFt beeRS aND

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eVeRgReeN outDooR ceNtRe

Hakuba, Nagano

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HoteL PHoeNix wiNg

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coMPLiMeNtaRY RouND tRiP ticketS

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