Myoko Akakura

Experience the traditional charm of Akakura Onsen, combining excellent skiing with authentic Japanese hot spring culture in the Myoko area.
Powder
9.0
Terrain
8.0
Family
7.0
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About the Resort

Myoko Akakura Ski Resort is a key part of the larger Myoko Kogen ski area, located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Myoko Kogen is one of Japan's oldest ski areas and comprises several resorts, with Akakura village serving as the central point for the resort area.

  • Specifically, Myoko Akakura often refers to the connected resorts of Akakura Onsen and Akakura Kanko. These are the only connected resorts within Myoko Kogen, offering a significant amount of terrain for all levels.
  • The Myoko Kogen area, including Akakura, is renowned for receiving an ample, even "ridiculous," amount of snowfall each year, providing some of the deepest powder in the world. It receives an average annual snowfall of 13 meters across Myoko Kogen generally.
  • The terrain at Akakura caters to all skill levels. Beginners can enjoy expansive green runs in the lower areas of Akakura Onsen, while intermediate and advanced riders will appreciate the upper areas of Akakura Onsen and Kanko, which typically offer big powder, steep terrain, and access to backcountry.
  • Akakura Kanko Hotel, located directly on the Akakura ski hill, was one of the very first European-style ski resorts in Japan, offering ski-in/ski-out convenience.
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Key Stats

Snow Depth
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Courses
17
Longest Run
4,900m
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Why You'll Love This Ski Resort
  • Authentic Japanese Atmosphere & Hot Springs (Onsen): Akakura village is a central point for accommodation and provides a friendly, traditional Japanese town atmosphere. It's a hot spring village directly accessible from the ski slopes. You can wind down after a day on the snow with a warm dip at one of the seven renowned natural hot springs in Myoko. It offers a more relaxed Japanese experience compared to more developed resorts like Nozawa Onsen.
  • Exceptional Powder & Diverse Terrain: As part of Myoko Kogen, Akakura is blessed with massive snowfall and some of the world's deepest powder. It provides diverse terrain for all abilities, and notably allows backcountry and offers great sidecountry through the trees.
  • Family-Friendly: Myoko Kogen is listed as one of the best resorts for families. English-speaking ski/snowboard schools are available in Myoko Kogen, which likely extends to Akakura.
  • Connected Terrain: The unique aspect of Akakura Onsen and Akakura Kanko being the only connected resorts within Myoko Kogen provides convenient, seamless skiing across a good amount of terrain without needing a bus or car between them.
  • Nightlife & Dining: While the village isn't as developed as Hakuba or Nozawa Onsen, it still offers enough nightlife to find something to do in the evening, with a more distinct "Japanese feel". There are plenty of accommodation options and hot springs.
  • Accessibility: Myoko Kogen is accessible from central Tokyo by a 1.5-hour shinkansen ride to Nagano, followed by shuttle buses or local trains further into the region. It's approximately 4.5 hours from Narita Airport.
Terrain

Level Guide

Beginner
35%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
25%

Terrain Information2

Snowboard Park

Back Country : Yes

Ticket Price

Lift Tickets（1day）

Adult Lift Ticket: 6,500 yen

Junior Lift Ticket: 3,500 yen

Senior Lift Ticket: 5,900 yen

Rentals

Ski Set : 4,200 yen

Snowboard Set : 4,200 yen

Wear : 3,800 yen

Lesson

Ski Set : 4,000 yen

Snowboard Set : 4,000 yen

Wear : 3,600 yen

Access Information

Location

By Car

Tokyo→Kanetsu Expressway→Joshinetsu Expressway→Akakura Onsen (3hr)

Parking

1,800 spaces

By Train

Tokyo Station→Joetsu-Myoko Station(2hr)→Bus(25min)→Akakura Onsen

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