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Arai Mountain Resort

Myoko, Akakura
Hot springs
Family-friendly
Natural snow
Rentals
Foreign language lessons
Long-distance runs
Activities
Night skiing/first tracks skiing
Open season
Dec. 14th to May 11th (Subject to change depending on snow conditions)
Ski resort details
Course guide
25%
Beginner
40%
Intermediate
35%
Advanced
16%
Groomed snow
84%
Non-groomed snow
0%
Moguls
23
Courses
5
Lifts
5200m
Longest run distance
46°
Maximum gradient
Course Map
*This page includes information from past seasons. Please use it for reference only.
Ski resort details
Ski resort products
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Smooth access with just your smartphone on the day
Lift ticket
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/Economy Class: 1-Day Lift Pass / Rental Ski Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
88.01USD60.93
Children:
60.93USD47.39
Student:
71.09USD54.16
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/First Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Ski Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
121.86USD88.01
Children:
81.24USD67.70
Student:
91.40USD74.47
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/Economy Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Snowboard Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
88.01USD60.93
Children:
60.93USD47.39
Student:
71.09USD54.16
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/First Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Snowboard Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
121.86USD88.01
Children:
81.24USD67.70
Student:
91.40USD74.47
All lift passes
Transportation tickets
Rail pass

JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area)

This pass allows you to use any number of conventional and Shinkansen lines in the Kanto and Kōshin'etsu regions for five consecutive days.

Adult:
USD182.79~
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Rentals
Rentals

Ski Set Rental

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
37.24USD35.20
Children:
27.08USD25.05
Rentals

Snowboard Set Rental

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
37.24USD35.20
Children:
27.08USD25.05
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/Economy Class: 1-Day Lift Pass / Rental Ski Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
88.01USD60.93
Children:
60.93USD47.39
Student:
71.09USD54.16
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/First Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Ski Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
121.86USD88.01
Children:
81.24USD67.70
Student:
91.40USD74.47
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/Economy Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Snowboard Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
88.01USD60.93
Children:
60.93USD47.39
Student:
71.09USD54.16
Lift ticket
Rentals

Early Bird/First Class: 1-Day Lift Pass + Rental Snowboard Set

Valid use period December 20, 2025 (Sat)〜May 10, 2026 (Sun)
Adult:
121.86USD88.01
Children:
81.24USD67.70
Student:
91.40USD74.47
All rental products
Activities・Sightseeing
Activities

Summer Season: Adventure Day-Pass

Valid use period July 26, 2025 (Sat)〜November 24, 2025 (Mon)
Adult:
37.24USD27.08〜
Children:
27.08USD20.31〜
Activities

Summer Season: Adventure Day-Pass (Ages 4-6)

Valid use period July 26, 2025 (Sat)〜November 24, 2025 (Mon)
Children:
23.70USD16.93〜
Activities

Summer Season: Unlimited Day-Pass

Valid use period July 26, 2025 (Sat)〜November 24, 2025 (Mon)
Adult:
50.78USD40.62〜
Children:
40.62USD33.85〜
Activities

Summer Season: Unlimited Day-Pass (Ages 4-6)

Valid use period July 26, 2025 (Sat)〜November 24, 2025 (Mon)
Children:
33.85USD27.08〜
All snow activity/sightseeing products
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Directions & Transportation
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Address
〒 944-0062 1966 Ryozenji, Myoko-shi, Niigata
Recommended transportation tickets
Rail pass

JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area)

This pass allows you to use any number of conventional and Shinkansen lines in the Kanto and Kōshin'etsu regions for five consecutive days.

Adult:
USD182.79~
See all transportation tickets
Ski resort details
Features and details of Arai Mountain Resort

Boasting some of Japan's heaviest snowfall and one of the largest freeride zones in the country, this snow resort aims to be the ultimate premium mountain resort! Not only can you enjoy the stunning nature of Mt. Ogenashi, but you can also take in the magnificent view of the ocean on clear days. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, there are plenty of other snow activities, such as snow tubing and igloo building, making it a great place to visit with family, friends, or as a couple. Lotte Arai Resort is easily accessible from Tokyo by Shinkansen in just under 2 hours. The on-site hotel has 245 rooms, making it perfect for those looking for a relaxing stay.

Hot springs
Hoshizora Onsen & Pool
Recommended for families
All natural snow
Rentals available
Multilingual ski school
Long course
Activities
Night skiing / early morning skiing
Chance of sunny weather
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Current snow condition
Latest ski resort information
Opening hours
Weekdays：8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturdays：8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Public holidays：8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Early morning：8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Customers who purchase a first-class ticket can board daily from 8:00 AM

Night ski：-
Days closed：None
Subject to change depending on snow conditions
Subject to change depending on the snowfall and weather. Please check the official website for the latest information.
Open season
Dec. 14th to May 11th (Subject to change depending on snow conditions)
Address
〒 944-00621966 Ryozenji, Myoko-shi, Niigata
Snowboarding
Allowed
Snow park information
Seasonal: Lotte Arai Resort, known for its stable snowfall that allows for consistent skiing until mid-May, will set up a park in the Zendana Area for the spring season.
Kids’ park
The snow wonderland Kids' Garden, made possible by the abundant snowfall at Lotte Arai Resort, will be open again this season! The highly anticipated snow tubing activity, filled with excitement, is set to open soon (subject to snow conditions).
Ski lodge
Village Station (food court, changing rooms, restrooms, ski rental, ticket center, cafés, snow school)
Rescue facilities
First Aid Room (Village Station 2F: slopeside)
Childcare facilities

Restaurants
Gondola Restaurant Village / Sky Restaurant ZEN / All-day dining The Plate / Japanese Restaurant Asahi / Steakhouse BECO / Myoko Coffee
Payment methods
Visa Mastercard Diners Club American Express JCB UnionPay card Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.)
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Activities
Snow rafting Toboggan First tracks Snowscoot Cross-country Snow tubing Kids’ park Snow strider

Official pricing listed by the ski resort
These prices may differ from WAmazing Snow.

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