❄️ Akakura & Togakushi Ski Resorts
Both offer powder snow, gondolas, and great dining. Choose Akakura for night skiing and a lively resort feel, or Togakushi for a relaxed daytime plan with a visit to the historic shrine.
❑Myoko Akakura Kanko Resort
Summary：
The Myoko–Akakura area is a ski resort just 50 minutes from Nagano City. Famous for Japan’s finest powder snow, it offers gondola access, relaxing hot springs nearby, night skiing, lively music events, and quality dining — a destination where snow, onsen, food, and culture come together.
Overview
❄️ Renowned Powder Snow
Akakura is located in one of Japan’s heaviest snowfall areas and is famous for its world-class powder snow. The consistently light and fluffy conditions are highly praised by skiers and snowboarders, especially those who love off-piste and freeride experiences.
🍴 Dining & More
In recent years, more resort-style dining options have opened, offering a greater variety of meals. Guests can enjoy casual restaurants and cafés on and around the slopes, as well as newly opened venues for fine evening dining.
The nearby Akakura Onsen town adds even more charm, with traditional hot springs alongside a vibrant music and live event scene, making après-ski in Akakura uniquely enjoyable.
In addition, our company operates a winter-only sushi restaurant, where fresh fish is directly sourced from fishermen and prepared by professional chefs. After a day of skiing or relaxing in the hot springs, please come and enjoy our handcrafted sushi.
📍 Location
Set at the foot of Mt. Myoko, Akakura Kanko Resort is one of Japan’s most historic ski destinations. Founded in 1937 as the country’s first European-style ski resort, it remains iconic with the red-roofed Akakura Kanko Hotel. From the summit, visitors can enjoy panoramic views stretching to Lake Nojiri and even the Sea of Japan.
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⏱ Resort Overview & Season
- Operating Season: December 14, 2024 – May 6, 2025 (planned)
- Elevation: Base 740m – Summit 1,500m (vertical drop approx. 760m)
- Course Layout: 10 courses in total (40% beginner, 30% intermediate, 30% advanced)
- Longest Run: 4.5 km
- Lifts: 1 gondola, 6 quad lifts for smooth access
🎟 Lift Ticket Prices (2024–2025 Season, 1-Day Resort Pass)
- Adults: ¥6,500
- Junior High School Students & Seniors: ¥5,400
- Children (12 & under): ¥4,800
- Guests with Disabilities (including one accompanying person): ¥4,800
🌙 Night Skiing
Akakura Kanko Resort itself does not offer night skiing. However, just next door, the Akakura Onsen Ski Area provides night skiing—making it the only nighttime ski option in the Myoko region.
- Night ski tickets are priced at ¥3,200 for adults, and the same price applies to seniors; children pay ¥1,100, valid from 17:00 to 21:00 (and extended to 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays)
🎿 Rental & Services
A full range of rental equipment is available on-site, including skis, snowboards, boots, and wear. Ski school and kids’ areas are also provided, making it suitable for all levels. (Pricing is available directly at the resort.)
❑Togakushi Ski Resort
Summary：
Togakushi Ski Resort offers light “magic powder snow,” gondola access to 19 runs, and farm-to-table dining with local specialties. Uncrowded and relaxed, it’s perfect for a daytime ski plan — and for those not spending a full day on the slopes, combining it with a visit to the historic Togakushi Shrine is ideal.
Overveiw
❄️ Renowned “Magic Powder Snow
Togakushi is famous for its “magic powder snow”—light, dry, and of exceptional quality. Combined with diverse terrain, it offers one of the most enjoyable skiing experiences in Japan. The resort is especially known for its natural wall-like slopes, where advanced skiers and snowboarders can have fun climbing and playing on the terrain.
📍 Location & Scenery
Nestled in the Togakushi mountain range, the resort boasts breathtaking views. On clear days, you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama, and sometimes even spot Mt. Fuji in the distance. The setting is deeply tied to the cultural heritage of Togakushi Shrine, creating a uniquely Japanese ski experience.
📍Snow Park
📍Togakushi Parking
⏱ Resort Overview & Season
- Operating Season: Mid-December to late March (2024–2025 season: Dec 14 – Mar 31, planned)
- Hours: 08:30 – 16:30
- Courses: 19 runs (30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced), ski area approx. 58 hectares
- Vertical Drop: About 550m (1,200m – 1,748m)
- Lifts: 7 in total (2 quad chairs, 5 doubles)
🎟 Lift Ticket Prices (2024–2025 Season)
- 1-Day Pass: Adults ¥5,000 / Seniors (50+) ¥4,500 / Children ¥3,000
- Half-Day Pass: Adults ¥4,000 / Seniors ¥3,500 / Children ¥2,500
- Web-exclusive discounts and multi-day passes are also available via the official website.
🍴 Facilities, Dining & Activities
Services: Rentals, ski school, rescue facilities, daycare (weekends/holidays, reservation required), showers, and locker rooms are available.
On-Mountain Restaurants: Dining quality is notably high. Guests can enjoy local specialties such as Togakushi soba noodles, raclette cheese dishes, and homemade nozawana pizza—making lunch on the slopes a highlight in itself.
Snow Parks: Includes a kids’ park, freestyle park items, and the beginner-friendly “Ninja Slope.”
Onsen: Relax after skiing at nearby Kamitsuge Onsen.
🎿 Rental & Services
A full range of rental equipment is available on-site, including skis, snowboards, boots, and wear. Ski school and kids’ areas are also provided, making it suitable for all levels. (Pricing is available directly at the resort.)
