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Ski resort data

40%
Beginner

40%
Intermediate

20%
Advanced

80%
Groomed snow

20%
Non-groomed snow

Course Map 1 Course Map 2

CoursesCourses

LiftsLifts

Longest run distanceLongest run

10,000 m

Maximum gradientMaximum

38 °

Open season	Dec. 14th to May 6th (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)
Current snow condition	- cmLatest ski resort information
Chance of sunny weather	Dec45.4 % Jan43.2 % Feb 51.5 % Mar48.1 %

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Items for this ski resort were purchased within 24 hours.

No. 1 Purchased Item

[Early Bird] 1-Day Lift Pass

Valid use period 21-12-2024〜31-03-2025

Adult:

~~74.10~~AUD66.20

Rental ski set (4 hours) / Best Rental Pro Shop

Valid use period 21-12-2024〜30-03-2025

Rental snowboard set (4 hours) / Best Rental Pro Shop

Valid use period 21-12-2024〜30-03-2025

Adult:

AUD43.47

Rental ski set & ski wear (4 hours) / Best Rental Pro Shop

Valid use period 21-12-2024〜30-03-2025

Rental snowboard set & snowboard wear (4 hours) / Best Rental Pro Shop

Valid use period 21-12-2024〜30-03-2025

Adult:

AUD76.08

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Review

Age 25-292019-03-04

4.4Snow quality 3Scenery 5Services 5Level of crowds 5Access 4Ski resort meals 5Rental gear 5Activities 5Nightlife 3

Age 35-392019-03-24

3.3Snow quality 2Scenery 3Services 3Level of crowds 4Access 4Ski resort meals 3Rental gear 4Activities 4Nightlife 3

Zao Onsen Ski Resort

Resort features

[Information from Zao Onsen Ski Resort/Zao Onsen Tourism Association] Zao Onsen is one of the largest snow resort areas in Tohoku, with a variety of slopes and courses, including the famous Yokokura no Kabe, where you can enjoy powder snow of excellent quality and enjoy snow sports all day long while viewing the world-class beauty of "juhyo," ice formations on trees, and a panoramic view of the spectacular scenery.

Snowboarding

Allowed

Hot springs

Kamiyu, Shimoyu & Kawarayu (Zao hot springs), Genshichi open-air spa, Shinzaemon no Yu, Sunokoyu Monogatari Kawaraya

Recommended for families

All natural snow

Multilingual ski school

Long course

Activities

Night skiing / early morning skiing

Open season

Dec. 14th to May 6th (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)

Opening hours

Weekdays8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturdays8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Public holidays8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Early morning-

Night ski5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Uwanodai Slope: Every day from December 21 - February 24, March 1-2

Days closedNone

Subject to change depending on weather conditions

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

Resort information

Address	〒 990-2301Zao Onsen, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata
Snow park information	-
Kids’ park	Jukki Snow Park (Omori Slope, Nakamori Slope, Sunrise Slope): A Kids’ Snow Park based on the Zao Onsen mascot, Jukki-kun. An area designed for little children and perfect for snow activities (some equipment is not free).
Ski lodge	Zao Base Center JUPEER (restaurant, souvenir shop, rental shop, ticket center)
Rescue facilities	5 patrol offices
Childcare facilities
Restaurants	Summit Restaurant / Restaurant Yokokura / Restaurant Omori / Restaurant 101 / Restaurant BeruBeru / Rest House Panorama / Zao Base Center JUPEER / SUNPAL / Restaurant Kurohime
Payment methods	Visa Mastercard Diners Club American Express JCB Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.)
Activities	Snow trekking Toboggan Snowscoot Kids’ park

Regular pricing

Official pricing listed by the ski resort
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Directions & Transportation

〒 990-2301Zao Onsen, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata

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

Recommended transportation passes for travel to Zao Onsen Ski Resort and nearby sightseeing areas

JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area)

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

Adult:

AUD296.40~

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4-Hour Lift Pass	Adult	AUD 61.26
	Child	AUD 30.63
	Senior	AUD 61.26
1-Day Lift Pass Ages 16-18 (High school students) JPY6,700	Adult	AUD 74.10
	Child	AUD 37.54
	Senior	AUD 66.20
Night Skiing Pass	Adult	AUD 29.64
	Child	AUD 14.82
	Senior	AUD 29.64
Point pass	Adult	AUD 5.93
	Child	AUD 2.96
	Senior	AUD 5.93
10-Point Pass	Adult	AUD 47.42
	Child	AUD 23.71
	Senior	AUD 47.42
Season 10-Hour Pass	Adult	AUD 167.96
	Child	AUD 167.96
	Senior	AUD 167.96
2-Day Lift Pass Ages 16-18 (High school students) JPY13,300	Adult	AUD 147.21
	Child	AUD 74.10
	Senior	AUD 131.40
3-Day Lift Pass Ages 16-18 (High school students) JPY19,900	Adult	AUD 220.32
	Child	AUD 110.66
	Senior	AUD 196.61
4-Day Lift Pass Ages 16-18 (High school students) JPY26,500	Adult	AUD 293.44
	Child	AUD 147.21
	Senior	AUD 261.82

Ski set: skis, boots, poles	Adult	AUD 42.48
Ski set: skis, boots, poles	Child	AUD 32.60
Ski wear	Adult	AUD 39.52
Ski wear	Child	AUD 29.64

Snowboard set: snowboard, boots	Adult	AUD 42.48
Snowboard set: snowboard, boots	Child	AUD 32.60
Snowboard wear	Adult	AUD 39.52
Snowboard wear	Child	AUD 29.64

Sled (1 hour)	Adult	AUD 4.94
Snow bike (30min)	Adult	AUD 4.94

General Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Elementary school age) and above	2h	AUD 49.40
Kinder Private Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Preschool age) and under	2h	AUD 98.80
General Private Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Elementary school age) and above	2h	AUD 197.60
Group Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Elementary school age) and above	2h	AUD 276.64

General Lesson (Japanese, English) 11 years old (5th grader) and above	2h	AUD 49.40
Junior Private Lesson (Japanese, English) 10 years old and under	2h	AUD 98.80
General Private Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Elementary school age) and above	2h	AUD 197.60
Group Lesson (Japanese, English) 6 years old (Elementary school age) and above	2h	AUD 276.64

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