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Experience superb powder snow and dynamic slopes on the thrilling 3.5-kilometer downhill run from the 1,828-meter summit—it's truly breathtaking.
The natural park, which takes advantage of the terrain, is very popular among snowboarders and freestyle skiers. There's also a snow escalator for sledding and a children's playground, perfect for those experiencing snow for the first time. Katashina Ogna Hotaka Snow Resort provides an environment where everyone—from children to seniors, beginners to advanced skiers—can enjoy winter sports all day. Blessed with high-quality powder snow, it's a favorite destination for powder skiing. With plenty of nearby accommodations, it's also a family-friendly resort.

Hot springs

Station of Flower Katashina Hanasaku-no-Yu

Recommended for families

All natural snow

Long course

Activities

Night skiing / early morning skiing

Chance of sunny weather

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Business hours/season

Opening hours

Weekdays：8:30am-4:00pm

Saturdays：8:00am-4:00pm

Public holidays：8:00am-4:00pm

Early morning：8:00am-8:30am

Weekends & Public Holidays During the New Years holidays (Dec 29-Jan 2), the resort opens at 8:00am.

Night ski：-

Days closed：Open daily during the season

Lifts may be suspended due to snow conditions, weather, or other factors.

Schedule is subject to change depending on snow conditions. During the New Year holidays (Dec 29-Jan 2), the resort opens at 8:00am.

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

Open season

Dec. 25th to Mar. 22nd (Schedule is subject to change depending on snow conditions.)

Resort information

Address

〒 378-0408Hotakayama, Hanasaku, Katashina-mura, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture

Snowboarding

Allowed

Snow park information

A park with obstacles like rails, boxes, and kickers, suitable for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, from beginners to advanced.

Kids’ park

Equipped with a snow escalator

Ski lodge

Adjacent to the ticket counter next to the first parking lot

Rescue facilities

Inside Center House (Patrol Office)

Childcare facilities

Restaurants

Restaurant Squirrel / Cafe Restaurant Capricorn / Café Dining Gohanjo / Hanasaku Base

Payment methods

Visa

Mastercard

Diners Club

American Express JCB

JCB

Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.)

Activities

Toboggan Snowscoot Kids’ park

Regular pricing

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

Lift tickets Rental items Lessons

1-Day Lift Pass (Weekends & Public Holidays) Usage period: 8:00am-4:00pm (From 8:00am during New Year holidays between December 29 and January 2)	Adult	AUD 55.20
	Child	AUD 43.38
	Senior	AUD 49.29
1-Day Lift Pass (Weekdays) Usage period: 8:30am-4:00pm	Adult	AUD 52.25
	Child	AUD 40.42
	Senior	AUD 46.33
5-Hour Lift Pass	Adult	AUD 50.28
	Child	AUD 38.45
	Senior	AUD 45.35
Snow escalator Preschoolers must also pay to use the snow escalator.	Adult	AUD 14.79
	Child	AUD 14.79
4-Time Lift Pass *The Multi-Use Lift Pass is sold as a set of 4 passes.	Adult	AUD 24.65
	Child	AUD 19.72
Single Season Pass (From Oct 1)	Adult	AUD 483.04
	Child	AUD 285.88
	Senior	AUD 384.46
Single Season Pass (From Dec 1)	Adult	AUD 532.33
	Child	AUD 335.17
	Senior	AUD 433.75
Kids' Day Usage period: 8:00am-4:00pm / 4th Sunday in January through March	Child	AUD 19.72

Ski set: skis, boots, poles Usage period: 1 day	Adult	AUD 44.36
Ski set: skis, boots, poles Usage period: 1 day	Child	AUD 34.50
Ski wear	Adult	AUD 34.50
Ski wear	Child	AUD 29.57

Snowboard set: snowboard, boots Usage period: 1 day	Adult	AUD 44.36
Snowboard set: snowboard, boots Usage period: 1 day	Child	AUD 34.50
Snowboard wear	Adult	AUD 34.50
Snowboard wear	Child	AUD 29.57

Katashina Ski School General Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 59.15
Katashina Ski School General Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 88.72
Team Lesson (Dispatched Instructor / Japanese)	4h	AUD 295.74
Private Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 276.02
Team Lesson (Dispatched Instructor / Japanese)	2h	AUD 216.88
Private Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 197.16

HY'S Snowboard Academy General Lesson (Japanese) Elementary school students and above (general lesson). Please note that the end time may vary by up to one hour depending on the number and skill level of participants.	3h	AUD 73.94
HY'S Snowboard Academy Private Lesson (Japanese) Weekdays only	1h	AUD 49.29
HY'S Snowboard Academy Kids' Lesson (Japanese) Please note that the end time may vary by up to one hour depending on the number and skill level of participants.	3h	AUD 73.94
HY'S Snowboard Academy General Lesson (Japanese) Elementary school students and above (general lesson). Please note that the end time may vary by up to one hour depending on the number and skill level of participants.	90min	AUD 49.29
HY'S Snowboard Academy Kids' Lesson (Japanese) Please note that the end time may vary by up to one hour depending on the number and skill level of participants.	90min	AUD 49.29

Katashina Ogna Hotaka Snow Resort

Open season

Ski rental

Snowboard rental

Ski lessons

Snowboard lessons