Skiing : Akita Prefecture



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Akita Prefecture
Winter Tourism
Skiing
Culture and History
Hot Springs

Tazawako Kogen ASSL Ski Resort

Great slope access with lifts running directly from the Tazawako Hot Springs hotel area. On one side is the wooded beginner and intermediate area, on the other the more challenging expert course. Enjoy fabulous powder in a great atmosphere at this All-Season Spa Resort Land.
Season: Dec 18 (Sat) - Late Mar
Access: 30 mins by bus from Tazawako Sta.
Information: 0187-46-2723

Snow World Tazawa

Japan's deepest lake, Lake Tazawa, and Japan's tallest golden Kannon statue spread out before you as you enjoy the light powder at Snow World and Snowmobile Land, too!
Season: Dec 25 (Sat) - Mar 21 (Mon)
Access: 20 mins by bus from Tazawako Sta.
Information: 0187-46-2016

Akita-Hachimantai Ski Area

Only 40 minutes from the Hachimantai IC of the Tohoku Expressway, Akita-Hachimantai offers deep powder in winter and spring skiing into May. When you have worked up a sweat playing outdoors, soak in one of the area's many hot springs and relax your tired muscles.
Season: Nov 19 (Fri) - May 5 (Thu)
Access: 40 mins by car from Hachimantai Sta., or 4 hrs from Akita City
Information: 0186-31-2020

Hanawa Ski Resort

In addition to excellent downhill skiing, Hanawa is one of the few ski areas in Japan to also maintain a cross-country course and a ski jump! This, along with hot springs to soothe you after a long day, is one of the secrets of Hanawa's popularity with a wide range of skiers, from beginners to professionals.
Season Begins: Dec 12 (Sun) - Mid Mar
Access: 15 mins by car from Kazuno-Hanawa Sta., or 3 hrs 25 mins from Akita City
Information: 0186-23-8000

Tazawako Town - Tazawako Ski Area

Every third Sunday of the month, children’s lift tickets are free, making Tazawako a great place for families! Great skiing and snowboarding terrain variation is serviced by one quad and nine two-seater chairs. Attractions include night skiing, a 3,500-car parking lot, and the local microbrew available right on the slopes!
Season: Dec 4 (Sat) – Apr 17 (Sun)
Access: 20 mins by bus from Tazawako Sta
Information: 0187-46-2011
Ani Ski Area

Ani’s 3.5-km gondola takes you right to the peak, where magical forests of ice await the eye and thick powder snow awaits the skis.
Season: Dec 18 (Sat) - Mar 6 (Sun)
Access: 20 mins by car from Akita Inland Line Aniai Sta; 120 mins by car from Tohoku Expwy Towada IC
Information: 0186-82-3311
Moriyoshi Ski Area

Two quads, a 1,200-car parking lot, and family lodging at the base of the slopes in Moriyoshi Hyutte are just the beginning. Take your ski or board out on Moriyoshi’s excellent powder and find out about the rest.
Season: Dec 9 (Thu) - Mar 27 (Sun)
Access: 30 mins by car from Akita Inland Line Ani-Maeda Sta; 110 mins by car from Tohoku Expwy Towada IC
Information: 0186-76-2111