Japan as a ski holiday destination
Japan is a place few people have visited as a ski vacation destination, due to the price and travel time to get there. Japan is a ski mecca when it comes to off-piste skiing, with its huge amounts of snow in one season. Up to 19 meters of snow has been measured in one season in some destinations in Japan.
If you’re not so good at skiing that you don’t dare challenge yourself in the off-piste, I would recommend that you wait to go to Japan until you’re ready for it. Then you get something for your money in Japan.
So the reason to go to Japan on ski holidays is wild powder snow, spas, guided off-piste tours and of course authentic Japanese food in the form of Sushi
Skiferie til Japan, kan købes hos: Snowminds
The most famous ski areas in Japan
Hakuba – Hakuba is the largest ski area in Japan and the area is divided into 7 areas, skiing takes place at 900-2900 meters altitude, there are over 200 slopes and plenty of off-piste. There are several good fun parks, and you won’t experience lift queues like in Austria.
Niseko – One of the snowiest places in Japan, there are many guided off-piste tours in the area. There are 64 slopes, there is a children’s ski school. There’s everything you need for a great ski holiday.
Prices in Japan
Lift pass prices vary depending on the area you go to, ranging from 200 kr a day to 500 kr a day.
Ski rental is the same price as the lift pass if you rent it at the destination, so between 200 kr to 500 kr per day.
Restaurant visits can be done for around 60 kr for a meal with drinks.
WHO SELLS SKI HOLIDAYS TO Japan?
SKI AREAS IN JAPAN
FAQ – Questions about ski holidays in Japan
When we get questions, we’ll add the answers below. If you have a question or something we’re missing on this page, please contact us so we can add it to the page.
When is the best time to go to Japan on ski holidays?
It’s in January and February, the ski season runs from December to the end of March. But in January and February, is there the greatest chance of the large amounts of snow that Japan is known for?
Which 4 areas are the best in Japan?
- Niseko
- Nozawa Onsen
- Furano
- Sapporo
How much is the lift pass in Japan?
Expect a price of 250-400 kr. depending on which ski area you choose.