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Ski resort data

30%
Beginner

50%
Intermediate

20%
Advanced

15%
Groomed snow

85%
Non-groomed snow

CoursesCourses

LiftsLifts

Longest run distanceLongest run

700 m

Maximum gradientMaximum

37 °

Open season	Dec. 20th to Mar. 31st (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)
Current snow condition	- cm
Chance of sunny weather	Dec- % Jan- % Feb- % Mar- %

Zao Sarukura Ski Resort

Resort features

Located approximately 20 minutes by car from Kaminoyama-Onsen Station, this ski area caters to both beginners and advanced skiers, allowing them to ski with ease. There's also a dedicated sledding area, separated from the ski course, where small children can enjoy sledding safely.
Private night skiing, available only by reservation, is also popular!

Snowboarding

Not allowed

Hot springs

Zao Onsen & Kaminoyama Onsen

Night skiing / early morning skiing

Open season

Dec. 20th to Mar. 31st (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

Night skiing is only available with a private reservation

Days closedMarch: Monday through Thursday

Open only on Fridays and Weekends in March

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

Resort information

Address	〒 999-31132843-1 Zaosan, Zao, Kaminoyama-shi, Yamagata
Snow park information	-
Kids’ park	-
Ski lodge	Zao Sarukura Rest House
Rescue facilities	Zao Sarukura Rest House
Childcare facilities
Restaurants	Zao Sarukura Rest House
Payment methods
Activities	Toboggan

Regular pricing

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

Lift tickets Rental items Lessons

Directions & Transportation

〒 999-31132843-1 Zaosan, Zao, Kaminoyama-shi, Yamagata

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

1-Day Lift Pass From start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 41.27
1-Day Lift Pass From start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 27.15
2-Day Lift Pass Valid for 2 days from the date of issue	Adult	AUD 76.02
2-Day Lift Pass Valid for 2 days from the date of issue	Child	AUD 48.87
Senior 1-Day Lift Pass From start of use until 5:00 PM	Senior	AUD 30.41
Season 10-Day Lift Pass During the season (10 x 1-Day Lift Passes)	Adult	AUD 325.80
	Child	AUD 217.20
Morning Pass From start of use until 12:00 PM	Adult	AUD 27.15
Morning Pass From start of use until 12:00 PM	Child	AUD 19.55
Afternoon Pass 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 32.58
Afternoon Pass 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 21.72
Multi-Use Lift Pass You can ride the lift 12 times.	Adult	AUD 32.58
Multi-Use Lift Pass You can ride the lift 12 times.	Child	AUD 21.72
1-Time Lift Pass	Adult	AUD 3.80
1-Time Lift Pass	Child	AUD 2.72
Night Skiing Pass 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Private reservations only)	Adult	AUD 32.58
	Child	AUD 27.15
Weekday Special Ticket Weekdays 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Excludes December 28 - January 3, weekends and public holidays)	Adult	AUD 13.03
	Child	AUD 13.03
Family Pack Pass This is a special package for families. *Please check the official ski resort website for details.	Adult	AUD 97.74~

Ski set: skis, boots, poles (1 day)	Adult	AUD 38.01
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (1 day)	Child	AUD 32.58
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (half day)	Adult	AUD 27.15
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (half day)	Child	AUD 27.15
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (night skiing) Night skiing is only available with a private reservation	Adult	AUD 27.15
	Child	AUD 27.15
Skis (1 day) From the start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 19.55
Skis (1 day) From the start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 19.55
Skis (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 13.03
Skis (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 13.03
Skis (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservations)	Adult	AUD 13.03
	Child	AUD 13.03
Boots (1 day) From the start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 19.55
Boots (1 day) From the start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 19.55
Boots (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 13.03
Boots (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 13.03
Boots (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Adult	AUD 13.03
	Child	AUD 13.03
Poles (1 day) From start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 6.52
Poles (1 day) From start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 6.52
Poles (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 4.34
Poles (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 4.34
Poles (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Adult	AUD 4.34
	Child	AUD 4.34
Junior ski set & ski wear set (1 day) From start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 48.87
Junior ski set & ski wear set (half day) Noon until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 38.01
Junior ski set & ski wear set (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Child	AUD 38.01
Adult ski set & ski wear set (1 day) From start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 65.16
Adult ski set & ski wear set (Half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 43.44
Adult ski set & ski wear set (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Adult	AUD 43.44

Junior ski wear (1 day) Size: 100, 120, 140 / From start of use until 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 32.58
Junior ski wear (half day) Size: 100, ,120, 140 / Noon to 5:00 PM	Child	AUD 27.15
Junior ski wear (night skiing) Size: 100, 120, 140 / 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Child	AUD 27.15
Adult ski wear (1 day) From start of use until 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 38.01
Adult ski wear (half day) Noon to 5:00 PM	Adult	AUD 27.15
Adult ski wear (night skiing) 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Night skiing is only available with a private reservation)	Adult	AUD 27.15

General Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 54.30
General Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 43.44
Preschooler Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 86.88
Preschooler Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 54.30
Group Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 304.08
Group Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 228.06
Group Lesson (Japanese)	4h	AUD 271.50
Private Lesson (Japanese)	2h	AUD 184.62

Zao Sarukura Ski Resort

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