In the Akakura area, elementary-school children ski free on Ski Kids' Day, held on the third Sunday of each month from December to March.
In the Akakura area, lift tickets are free for elementary-school children on Ski Kids' Day. The dates for 2025-2026 are 21 December 2025, and 18 January, 15 February, and 15 March 2026.
Akakura is a good base for families. It has gentle slopes, sled and snow-tube areas, and the Akakura hot-spring town for relaxing after skiing.
Source: Akakura resort guide (Niigata Tourism). Translated and summarised by Japow Guides.
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