Location: Niigata Prefecture
Top Things to do in Niigata Prefecture
10 Ski & Snowboard Areas in Niigata Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss
Niigata Prefecture (新潟県, Niigata-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Honshu on the coast of the Sea of Japan. The capital is the city of Niigata with which it shares the same name.
Restaurants in Niigata Prefecture
1. Suginohara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By dalliance47 - Tweed Heads, Australia
Mt Myoko is a much quieter ski area than nearby Hukuba. The area is better catered for families, especially where some are yet to achieve the skill needed to ski like a pro. Of the several resorts on the mountain, Suginohara excels. The wide runs offer many Green and Red (Blue elsewhere) run options. And, for families, kids under 14 ski free. Unlike other resorts nearby, nearly all the lifts are of the newer (fast) style. The only 'downer' is that the (old) access lift often opns after the rest have opened. This means that to enjoy 1st tracks, one must drive a car to the 'base' area. This access lift should open at least 15 minutes (better 30 minutes) before the Gondola. There are plenty of good food options. So, unless you are a black level skier, you will have lots of fun.
2. Itsukamachi Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
3. Kagura Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
The biggest draw of Kagura is great powder snow due to its high altitude. The ski area also has easy access to the backcountry area that attracts expert riders from all over the world. Stay at Wada Goya, a mountain hut on the ski hill, and enjoy the pure first track in the morning.
Reviewed By Crazyfeline
Came here for a short spring skiing sprint. Loved it. Snow was good and very quiet. Lifts were fine, and food on the mountain was reasonable. It was our first time here but would not hesitate to come back. Plus point is it’s proximity to Tokyo and the ease to get to it.
4. Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort
5. Naeba Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 276 reviews
Naeba Ski Resort is connected with neighbouring Kagura Ski Resort by Dragondola, Japan’s longest gondola. The entire area is called “Mt. Naeba”, which consists of 4 ski areas and has many fans from home and abroad. Naeba Prince Hotel at the bottom of the ski area has 1,224 rooms and offers various fun experiences such as gourmet dining, shopping and hot springs. The resort has very convenient access from the Tokyo area as it takes just 2 and half hours by train or car.
Reviewed By marilynsE7132ZQ - Toronto, Canada
Great skiing for beginners and intermediates, easy to follow runs if you don’t speak or read Japanese
6. Yuzawa Kogen
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Junteng63 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Ski in Yuzawa kogen for 2 days. Powder snow and great snow conditions. Kids will love it. Both begineer and intermediate ski track were magnificent. There are a few restaurants up there so no need to worry. A must visit when you are in the area
7. Mikawaonsen Ski Areas
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
8. Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort
9. Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 153 reviews
10. Maiko Snow Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 120 reviews
Easily accessible! Approx.70minutes from Tokyo by shinkansen! Maiko Snow Resort is located in Minamiuonuma, just to the north of Yuzawa town, in Niigata Prefecture. Varied courses, great snow conditions, fast ski lifts, spectacular views and excellent ease of access make Maiko Snow Resort a popular resort.
