The best powder snow relatively close to Tokyo.
Only two and a half hours from Tokyo, you can enjoy the best powder snow on the mainland which rivals Hokkaido.
A direct bus between Tokyo and Urabandai operates once a day.
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Grandeco Snow Resort
Top class fluffy dry powder snow in Japan.
The longest ski run is about 4,500 m. This is Fukushima’s flagship ski resort, ranked number one in the Tohoku region in the reviews on the “SURF & SNOW” website.
The best powder snow with a base elevation of more than 1,000 m.Some courses are suitable for beginners and children.
Course variation:
Beginner 40%, Intermediate 45%, Advanced 15%
Vertical drop: 580 metres (1590 m to 1010 m)
Number of lifts: One gondola and four lifts
For more information / inquiries
Grandeco Snow Resort
Tel. 0241-32-2530
Hoshino Resort and Nekoma Ski Resort
North-facing slope, great snow quality!
You can enjoy the best micro fine snow because of the north-facing slope.
Nekoma Ski Resort has real slopes where top athletes from around the world go to practise.
The course variations are suitable for beginners to advanced. There is also a kids park where sleds and striders can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Course variation: Beginner 30%, Intermediate 30%, Advanced 40%
Vertical drop: 311 metres (1337 m to 1026 m)
Number of lifts: six lifts
For more information / inquiries
Hoshino Resort and Nekoma Ski Resort
Tel. 0241-32-3001
Urabandai Ski Resort
Family-friendly ski resort.
It features a vertically long layout that is suitable for beginners to advanced skiers. A comfortable ski resort where families can enjoy skiing with a clear mind.
The wonderful location with the magnificent snowy landscape of Mount Bandai.
There are small indoor slopes which you can enjoy with your children even when weather conditions are bad. The trekking course to Yellow Falls can be accessed from this ski resort.
Course variation: Beginner 40%, Intermediate 30%, Advanced 30%
Vertical drop: 300 metres (1200 m to 900 m)
Number of lifts: three