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Top Family Friendly Ski Resorts in Japan
Family First ski resorts where you can enjoy ski/snowboard with your loved ones!
Last Updated: October 11, 2025 by Tak
Kids Park
Kids Lesson
Day Care
Top Family Friendly Ski Resorts Ranking
Like me, sometimes going to ski or snowboarding trips with families with young children is little hard.
I have compiled a list of ski resorts that have kids' parks, childcare facilities, and lessons tailored for young children.
We've also chosen resorts with slopes suitable for children to learn and improve on safely, not just advanced slopes.
Additionally, we've selected resorts with good access to avoid long travel times that might bore children. We hope this list helps you create wonderful memories with your family.
#1
Day Trip
Tsugaike
Japan
15
Runs
8
Lifts
Getting There
JR Iiyama Line + Bus
Travel time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Last return: 19:30
Key Features
Beginner FriendlyFamily FacilitiesSafe Environment
#2
Day Trip
Tangram
Japan
15
Runs
8
Lifts
Getting There
JR Joetsu Shinkansen + Bus
Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Last return: 20:00
Key Features
Family PackagesKids ProgramsHot Springs
#3
Day Trip
Naeba
Japan
15
Runs
8
Lifts
Getting There
JR Joetsu Shinkansen + Bus
Travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Last return: 19:45
Key Features
Family FacilitiesBeginner SlopesEnglish Support
#4
Day Trip
Madarao
Japan
15
Runs
8
Lifts
Getting There
JR Iiyama Line + Bus
Travel time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Last return: 19:15
Key Features
Family AtmosphereSafe TerrainKids Programs
#5
Day Trip
Gala
Japan
15
Runs
8
Lifts
Getting There
JR Joetsu Shinkansen
Travel time: 77 minutes
Last return: 21:20
Key Features
JR Direct AccessFamily FacilitiesQuick Service
About Tak
I'm a Tokyo-based snowboarder with more than 20 years on the slopes. As a father of two, I enjoy riding natural terrain and side hits, and I'm passionate about helping international visitors discover the best of Japan's ski resorts. Off the slopes, I love family time, dogs, and soaking in Japanese onsen.