Hakuba Happo One Ski Area (Nakiyama) — Attraction in Hakuba

Happo One: A Memorable Family Ski Experience

While Hakuba Gorusen was our second favorite mountain in the Hakuba Valley, Happo One left an equally lasting impression. Known for its expansive terrain and stunning scenery, Happo One offers a truly unforgettable skiing experience for families.

One of the highlights of our trip was the scenic gondola ride to the summit, which provided breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The wide-open slopes and diverse terrain ensured that there was something for everyone in our group, from beginners to experienced skiers.

While the resort offers excellent facilities for families, including childcare options and a playground, we found the on-mountain restaurants to be overpriced and lacking in quality. However, the surrounding town of Hakuba provided plenty of dining options to suit all tastes and budgets.

Happo One's proximity to our accommodation in the Hakuba township made it easy to access and explore. We were able to conveniently rent our ski gear for the week and enjoy the convenience of being just a short drive away from the slopes.

Overall, our experience at Happo One was fantastic. The combination of stunning scenery, diverse terrain, and family-friendly amenities made it a memorable destination for our family...

The three stars are for the mountains and the snow. The rest would probably get zero stars. It's embarrassing what the once Olympic ski resort has developed into. Take Nakiyama, nothing is connected, tickets here, rental there, school another place and of course parking is somewhere else. Pair lifts are slow and antique, Restaurants do not exist at the base. The other areas are not better, the Gondola is 30 years old, slow and has to stop at slightest wind speed. So do the rest of the lifts. I wish some investors would tear the whole place down and build a modern, comfortable, sustainable ski resort there. The funny thing is: It's still one of the better ones in Japan. But as said: Mountains and snow are great. Do not...

We love this ski resort. The snow condition is great, and doesn’t get as cold as Hokkaido. It is huge, and has trails for all levels. There are kids area in both Nakiyama and Sakka, and there are green courses running through forests perfect for families. So beautiful with snow-covered trees. Sakka has daycare if you...