Hakuba Cortina
About the Resort
Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort sits at the northernmost part of Hakuba Valley in northwestern Nagano Prefecture at the base of the Northern Japan Alps. The valley was a 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics venue and is famous for its light, dry "Japow" snow.
Cortina is renowned for having the highest snowfall in Hakuba Valley and being the area's premier destination for natural powder. It connects to Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort, offers challenging terrain with excellent tree skiing, and features the ski-in/ski-out Hotel Green Plaza (253 rooms).
Key Stats
- Unrivaled Powder Experience: Famous for 100% natural powder with the highest snowfall in Hakuba Valley and exceptional tree skiing.
- Challenging Terrain: Features demanding runs including Hieda-yama Course with 42-degree slopes for advanced riders.
- Ski-in/Ski-out Convenience: Hotel Green Plaza offers direct slope access and exclusive "First Tracks" for guests after fresh snowfall.
- Specialized Equipment: Fat skis available for rent to maximize powder enjoyment.
- Valley-Wide Access: Connected to Norikura Onsen with Hakuba Valley Day Pass covering all 10 resorts and free shuttle service.
- English-Friendly: Popular international destination with English-speaking services and schools.
- Après-Ski & Onsen: Enjoy restaurants, cafes, and bars plus relaxing natural hot springs throughout the valley.
- Tokyo Access: Reach Hakuba within 3 hours from Tokyo via Shinkansen and bus, making it easy to combine with city visits.
Course Map
Level Guide
Terrain Information2
Snowboard Park
Back Country : Yes
Lift Tickets（1day）
Adult Lift Ticket: 7,800 yen
Junior Lift Ticket: 4,200 yen
Senior Lift Ticket: 7,200 yen
Rentals
Ski Set : 4,500 yen
Snowboard Set : 4,500 yen
Wear : 4,000 yen
Lesson
Ski Set : 4,500 yen
Snowboard Set : 4,500 yen
Wear : 4,000 yen
Location
By Car
Kanetsu Expressway→Joshinetsu Expressway→Nagano IC→Route19→Hakuba-Nagano Olympic Road→Hakuba Cortina (4hr)
Parking
2,000 spaces
By Train
Tokyo Station→Nagano Station(1hr20min)→Bus(1hr15min)→Hakuba Cortina
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