Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort — Attraction in Minamiuonuma

Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort is a decent ski resort that offers some enjoyable skiing experiences. The resort has a good range of slopes suitable for skiers of all levels, from beginner to advanced. However, some of the runs could be more challenging, and more variety could be added to the terrain park.

The facilities at the resort are adequate, with a decent selection of restaurants and cafes to choose from. However, the overall atmosphere could be improved, as the resort can feel a bit crowded and chaotic during peak times.

One of the highlights of the resort is the stunning views from the top of the mountain. The surrounding landscape is breathtaking and makes for some great photo opportunities. However, the ski lifts can be a bit slow, which can lead to long queues and waiting times.

Overall, Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort is a decent option for a day or weekend trip. It's not the most impressive ski resort out there, but it offers some enjoyable skiing experiences and...

Expensive while providing rather bad service, especially for Japanese standards. Stay started pretty well and the slopes are nice even though not too difficult, in case one preferes challenges. However the food is only „ok“, the rooms are old, the WIFI ist not working properly, no hair dryer in the room… just lots of small things which wouldn’t necessarily make me write a review. They hand out lunch coupons for guest that can be used at every restaurant around the slopes. However, that doesn’t help if they close all restaurants at a day with a little bit less customers. And I really mean every restaurant but one small cafe in front of which now everyone is waiting to get at least...

Generally a pleasant stay with relatively convenient facilities. If you mind outdated facilities then maybe not for you, but otherwise, its fine. Catered towards beginners/intermediate - most slopes close quite early in the afternoon (~3pm) so need to plan carefully.

Pros: shuttle service from the train station quick rental service (need to fill form online) loads of friendly slopes for beginners

Cons: beginners tend to clog the slopes, high traffic makes it hard to ski properly, high collision hazard too many lifts and too slow lifts close too early for the back of the mountain no clear signage for slopes too many flat sections... not very...