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Ski resort data

20%
Beginner

70%
Intermediate

10%
Advanced

99%
Groomed snow

1%
Moguls

CoursesCourses

LiftsLifts

Longest run distanceLongest run

1,600 m

Maximum gradientMaximum

30 °

Open season	Dec. 28th to Mar. 23rd (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)
Current snow condition	- cm
Chance of sunny weather	Dec- % Jan- % Feb- % Mar- %

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[Departing Namba / Round-Trip Shuttle Bus Service Included] Snow Land Admission Ticket / Round-Trip Ropeway Ticket / 1-Day Lift Pass

Valid use period 28-12-2024〜02-03-2025

[Departing Kyoto / Round-Trip Shuttle Bus Service Included] Snow Land Admission Ticket / Round-Trip Ropeway Ticket / 1-Day Lift Pass

Valid use period 28-12-2024〜02-03-2025

Biwako Valley

Resort features

Biwako Valley is conveniently located just 40 minutes from the Kyoto-Higashi Interchange. The resort boasts nine different courses where you can enjoy the superb view of Lake Biwa. In winter, the view from the Biwako Terrace is breathtaking. Have fun with a variety of snow activities for adults, including sledding, ziplining, and snow tubing.

Snowboarding

Allowed

Hot springs

Natural Hot Spring Hiratopia

All natural snow

Activities

Open season

Dec. 28th to Mar. 23rd (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)

Opening hours

Weekdays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturdays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Public holidays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Early morning-

Night ski-

Days closedOpen all season

Operations are subject to change due to weather, inspection hours, etc.

Ropeway: Last ascent: 4:00 PM / Last descent 5:00 PM

Subject to change depending on the snowfall and weather. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Resort information

Address	〒 520-05141547-1 Kido, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture
Snow park information	One of the biggest snowparks in the Kansai area! The Biwako Terrace "Café 360" is located here with a magnificent view, and the experience of diving into Lake Biwa is truly breathtaking. The 2-way course designed for everyone is very popular.
Kids’ park	Although the sledding and snow play area is not specifically designed for children, it is available for them to use
Ski lodge	There is no center house, but there is a service desk (information desk) at the bottom of the mountain (ticket office at the ropeway bottom station) and an information desk at the top of the mountain (summit of Mt. Uchimiyama).
Rescue facilities	Ropeway Summit Station
Childcare facilities
Restaurants	GRILL DINING & BAR HALUKA / Ekinaka Kitchen / Bird Castle / Terrace Cafe
Payment methods	Visa Mastercard Diners Club American Express JCB UnionPay card Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.) Accepts some barcode payments (Rakuten Pay, PayPay)
Activities	Toboggan Kids’ park

Regular pricing

Official pricing listed by the ski resort
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Directions & Transportation

〒 520-05141547-1 Kido, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture

Transportation fares are approximate. The actual fare may be different.

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Board, boots, skis, poles (1 day)	Adult	AUD 61.54
Board, boots, skis, poles (1 day)	Child	AUD 46.16
Board, boots, skis, poles, wear (1 day)	Adult	AUD 92.31
Board, boots, skis, poles, wear (1 day)	Child	AUD 66.67
Board 67 (for kids) - 170cm / Short 94cm	Adult	AUD 41.03
Board 67 (for kids) - 170cm / Short 94cm	Child	AUD 30.77
Ski boots 15cm - 34cm	Adult	AUD 25.64
Ski boots 15cm - 34cm	Child	AUD 20.51
Poles	Adult	AUD 15.39
Poles	Child	AUD 15.39
Wear jacket & pants Kids: 80-150 cm, Adults: up to 5L	Adult	AUD 46.16
Wear jacket & pants Kids: 80-150 cm, Adults: up to 5L	Child	AUD 35.90
Jacket only	Adult	AUD 30.77
Jacket only	Child	AUD 25.64
Pants only	Adult	AUD 30.77
Pants only	Child	AUD 25.64

Board, boots (1 day)	Adult	AUD 61.54
Board, boots (1 day)	Child	AUD 46.16
1 day: board, boots, wear	Adult	AUD 92.31
1 day: board, boots, wear	Child	AUD 66.67
Board Kids: 70 - 160cm	Adult	AUD 41.03
Board Kids: 70 - 160cm	Child	AUD 30.77
Snowboard boots 13.5 - 34cm	Adult	AUD 25.64
Snowboard boots 13.5 - 34cm	Child	AUD 20.51
Wear set: jacket & pants Kids: 80 - 150cm, Adult: up to 5L	Adult	AUD 46.16
Wear set: jacket & pants Kids: 80 - 150cm, Adult: up to 5L	Child	AUD 35.90
Jacket only	Adult	AUD 30.77
Jacket only	Child	AUD 25.64
Pants only	Adult	AUD 30.77
Pants only	Child	AUD 25.64

Helmet	Adult	AUD 20.51
Helmet	Child	AUD 20.51
Snow boots for play 13 - 28cm	Adult	AUD 25.64
Snow boots for play 13 - 28cm	Child	AUD 20.51

morning special (Japanese)	75 min	AUD 41.03
Class Lesson (Japanese) 12 years old (up to elementary school)	90 min.	AUD 51.29
Skids Class (Japanese) 12 years old (up to elementary school students) JPY 7,500 with ski rental, JPY 9,500 with ski rental & wear rental *Seperate price on weekends and holidays	2h	AUD 51.29~
Private Lesson (Japanese) 3 years old to adult	1h	AUD 82.06~
Private Lesson (Japanese) 3 years old to adult	90 min	AUD 123.08
Private Lesson (English)	1h	AUD 102.57~
Private Lesson (English)	90 min	AUD 153.86~

1 DAY CAMP (Japanese) Beginner to intermediate (8 years and above). First to second time skiers. For those who cannot stand up on their own, cannot skid sideways and cannot stop.	2h	AUD 153.86
LTR STEP1 (Japanese) Beginner to intermediate (8 years and above). First to second time skiers. For those who cannot stand up on their own, cannot skid sideways and cannot stop.	1h	AUD 82.06
LTR STEP2 (Japanese) Beginners (8 years and above). For those who have snowboarded 3 to 5 times. Those who can ride sideways but cannot turn left or right with the tip of the board down.	1h	AUD 92.31
LTR Kids STEP 1 Lesson (Japanese) Beginners (6 and 7 years old). First time to about 3 times experienced. Those who cannot stand up on their own, slide sideways, or stop.	1h	AUD 102.57
LTR Super Kids STEP 1 Lesson (Japanese) Beginners (4 and 5 years old). First time to about 3 times experienced. Those who cannot stand up on their own, skid sideways or stop.	1h	AUD 123.08
Level Up Lesson (Japanese) Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced	1h	AUD 153.86
Private Lesson (1 - 3 students / Japanese) For beginner to intermediate level. JPY 8,000 for 1 person, JPY 14,000 for 2 people, JPY 18,000 for 3 people. 8,000 yen per person for 4 or more people.	1h	AUD 82.06~184.63
Private Lesson (1-3 students / Japanese) For beginner to intermediate level, JPY 8,000 for 1 person, JPY 14,000 for 2 people, JPY 18,000 for 3 people. JPY 12,000 per person for 4 or more people.	90min	AUD 123.09~256.43

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