[Tokai] Top 10 Ski Resorts Near Nagoya
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Heavens Sonohara (60 minutes by car from Nagoya)
A ski-only slope where you can ski and play in the snow
"Heavens Sonohara" is a place where you can easily enjoy skiing and playing in the snow. They have the support of many skiers and are proposing ski resorts for skiers only. On the slopes where you can enjoy a superb view, we have prepared a variety of courses that are popular with skiers.
This is the "Panorama Course" for intermediate and advanced skiers with a total length of 1,070 m, an elevation gain of 206 m, and a maximum slope of 21 degrees, where you can ski while enjoying a spectacular view of the sea of clouds.
"Kids World" is a dedicated slope popular among children. Children can enjoy sledding and tubing to the fullest! Other popular activities include the "Rindo Course" for beginners and "Iwana-no-mori Snowshoeing" for casual fun.
[Heavens Sonoara]
Address: 3731-4 Chisato, Achi Village, Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture
Phone: 0265-44-2311
Business hours: 8:15-15:30
Click here for lift fees: https://mt-heavens.com/winter/ski_lift/
Parking lot: available
Hirugano Kogen Ski Resort (60 min. by car from Nagoya)
Attractive ski slopes for beginners and families
The Hirugano Kogen Ski Area features a long cruising run of up to 1,500 meters, which even beginners can enjoy with ease. Beginners can also ski from the top.
There is also a rich variety of trails through the woods and gentle slopes, making it ideal for beginner skiers and snowboarders.
”Hirugano Kids Land," which is very popular among the little ones, is also available. The space is partitioned off with a net, allowing children to play in peace.
There is also a long sled course and snow mountain play, and children are very satisfied. Kids event "Family Game Tournament" is held every Saturday and Sunday! There are various events such as a sledding competition and a parent-child obstacle race, and children who participate receive presents such as snacks. See website for details.
*May not be held due to snow conditions.
[Hirugano Kogen Ski Resort]
Address: 4670-75 Hirugano, Takasucho, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture
Phone: 0575-73-2311
Click here for opening hours and lift fees: https://www.hiruganokogen.com/price/#business_h
Parking lot: Available (1,000 yen for regular cars)
Gransnow Okuibuki (60 minutes by car from Nagoya)
Largest in Kansai! Enjoy abundant snowfall
"Gransnow Okuibuki" is located in Shiga Prefecture. Boasting the number one ski resort ranking in Japan (*Weather News Ski & Snowboard ch. 'No. 1 popularity ranking nationwide') with abundant snowfall and the latest snow machines in operation, you can enjoy a long four-month season.
In the Ibuki area, which is said to have the world's largest snowfall, powder snow is very attractive. This slope offers 12 very satisfying courses, including a family slope, a technical course, a ski-only course, a dynamic course, and a Tengu-iwa course.
We also offer a full range of services for women. On "Ladies Day" when lifts are free, school lessons are also half price! We also have a powder room perfect for changing your makeup, a wide variety of sweets, and photogenic rental clothes. It is the perfect place to have fun with friends.
[Grandsnow Okuibuki]
Address: Gransnow Okuibuki, Kozuhara Okuibuki, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture
Phone: 0749-59-0322 (8:00-17:00)
Click here for opening hours and lift fees: https://www.okuibuki.co.jp/charge/
Parking lot: Available (regular car weekdays 500 yen, weekends 1,000 yen)