Akakura Onsen Ski Area — Attraction in Myoko

4.5 stars. Our time here saw the best conditions of our 4-day stay, still snowing after three days, blissful carvers and endless deep powder tree runs between slopes. Seems the resort caters primarily to learners and intermediate skiers, even the highest run is not so challenging although there is a black ungroomed section if you want to run through moguls which isn't really much fun for skiers. Even on a perfect Saturday there were no crowds, longest wait for a lift was maybe 5 minutes... Recommend this area for families/newer skiers, also good for those new to JAPOW, the sections are not very intimidating and you won't...

This place is heaven. Getting the best snow in all of Japan, maybe even all of the world. This is my go to when taking a snow trip away from home. When there is enough snow this place is a big open playground. With plenty of lifts and runs to suit all levels of skill. There is plenty of accommodation choices and not so many restaurants. This mountain is roughly a 6 hour drive away from Tokyo. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for an escape to the best snow possible. You need to visit during Jan and Feb for the best possible fresh...

One of the two historical ski slope located at the foot of Mt. Myoko. This gelande tends to be lower in altitude than the Kanko side but has nice runs in the trees and wide groomed slopes. The slopes are located wide along the mountain so there are quite a few flat traverse you need to do in order to get to one side to the other, but each slope tends to be pretty empty even on a Saturday.

Nighter runs until 10PM but not included in the one day or the multi-day pass. Get the 1day passport or the nighter pass separately if you...