Dynaland: 2 ski resorts right next to each other - the largest in Western Japan!

Free to come and go between Dynaland and Takasu Snow Park!

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As one might expect from the so-called largest ski resort in Western Japan, Dynaland has a great deal of variety when it comes to the types of courses on offer compared to your average ski resort. Combined with those next door at Takasu Snow Park, there are a total of 32 courses on offer. We recommend first checking out Dynaland, filled with courses targeted at beginners, until you get used to the snow before heading over to the more advanced Takasu Snow Park.

Takasu Snow Park is known for having more intermediate and advanced runs targeted at thrill-seekers, and most of the skiers and boarders on its slopes have past experience with their respective sport. So, beginners who aren’t even sure of how to fall properly may find Takasu Snow Park a little daunting. Make sure to take all the necessary precautions and stay alert when you go out skiing.

32 courses will keep you hungry for more the next day!

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In addition to a huge variety of courses, what’s so great about Dynaland’s slopes is how the courses change and develop over the run. Out of the plethora of courses on offer, we definitely recommend checking out the 3,200 meter Paradise A Course. Try your hand down this long course while taking in the gorgeous view the run has to offer.

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The clear white snow stretching out before you almost resembles a giant carpet, running down the mountain under the bright blue sky. Look out at the mountains stretching along the horizon right at eye level, and enjoy the clean air and verdure as you zip down the slopes.

Definitely check out this Gifu delicacy at the slope-side cafeteria: Hida Beef Kalbi Bowl

After you’ve enjoyed some skiing or snowboarding down the slopes, why not try some of the local cuisine? If you’re heading to Dynaland, we definitely recommend trying the Hida Beef Kalbi Bowl (JPY 1,500).

Hida beef is Gifu’s own brand of soft, marbled beef and almost seems to melt in your mouth. With a little spicy sauce added, the beef practically explodes with flavor in your mouth every time you chew into it. This is one dish perfect for reinvigorating you to get back out on the slopes.

There are plenty of other places offering local dishes here to try, but one shop that’s particularly popular is Tocoro Coffee and their famous Black Coffee Ice Cream. On top of their rich coffee ice cream are finely ground coffee beans, making for quite the pick-me-up treat. The soft texture of the ice cream along with the crunchy, finely ground beans and the slight bitterness all make for a snack like you’ve never had. Coffee drinkers will certainly get a kick out of it. Their vanilla is also a good choice for rejuvenating skiers to get back out on the mountain.

【Details】
Beluna (Central House 2F)
Hours: Weekdays 9:00am to 4:00pm; Weekends and Holidays 7:00am to 4:00pm

【Details】
Tocoro Coffee
Hours: Weekdays 10:00am to 10:30pm; Weekends and Holidays 5:00am to 10:30pm

Day-Care Center keeps parents’ minds at ease

There are some parents who may come to Dynaland looking to get the most out of skiing, but are worried that their children may not be able to keep up out on the mountain. But do not fret! Dynaland features a day-care center for children up to a certain age that can’t ski.

Full-time staff members have no problem looking after children even just a few months old. You can put your mind at ease while you’re out on the mountain, enjoying the slopes. You can bring your child in to stay all day, just in the morning, afternoon, or even for just an hour between 11:00am and noon.

The warm day-care room has lots of picture books, building blocks, and more for the kids to play with so they’re sure to have a good time while you’re out on the mountain.

【Details】
Day-care center
Hours: 9:00am to 12:00pm (JPY 3,000); 1:00pm to 4:00pm (JPY 3,000); spot (JPY 1,500 per hour)

Dynaland rentals keep the cold out!

Inside the Central House located at the bottom of Dynaland’s slopes are rental booths that offer the latest and sharpest in ski wear that will keep you looking good out on the mountain. Ski sets including skis, boots, and poles start at 4,600 JPY, and ski wear can be rented from 4,100 JPY.

They also offer full sets with everything you’ll need including ski wear, tools, and all the other accessories like goggles, knit caps, and gloves. Dynaland is located quite high up at 1,550 meters above sea level. If you try to go out skiing all day without a knit cap or goggles, you may end up getting sunburnt by the light reflecting off the slopes. Make sure to get all the items like goggles and a knit cap that you’ll need as they’ll help with sunburns, as well as help prevent accidents on the mountain.

Conquer all 32 courses!

Dynaland, with its easy, free access to Takasu Snow Park, is the largest in Western Japan that allows anyone from beginners to pros to have a great time on the mountain. With so many courses on offer, you may find it a bit too daunting to try and hit all 32 courses in one day, so make a trip out of it, stay the night, and really get your fill at one of Gifu’s best ski resorts.

【Details】
Dynaland
Address: 3035-2 Nishibora, Takasu-cho, Gujo, Gifu Prefecture
Hours: 5:00am - 11:00pm