GALA Yuzawa holds a Ski Kids' Day for the 2025-2026 season. On these days, lift tickets are free for elementary-school children. The dates are 21 December 2025, and 18 January, 15 February, and 15 March 2026.
GALA also has the Yuki-asobi snow-play park at the bottom of the central area. It has a sled course with a covered moving walkway, and a net around it, so small children can play safely.
Source: GALA Yuzawa resort guide (Niigata Tourism). Translated and summarised by Japow Guides.
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GALA Yuzawa ended its 2025-2026 season on 6 May 2026, after a long season into the Golden Week holidays.
GALA Yuzawa opened for the 2025-2026 season on 20 December 2025. The station-connected resort is about 71 minutes from Tokyo and runs until 6 May 2026.
2025-2026 is GALA Yuzawa's 35th season, with an anniversary event on 5 March 2026 and new restaurants, including a vegan and sushi menu.
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