GALA Yuzawa

Experience the convenience of GALA Yuzawa, directly connected to the Shinkansen station and offering excellent snow conditions with easy access from Tokyo.
Powder
7.0
Terrain
6.0
Family
8.0
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About the Resort

Gala Yuzawa is a ski resort located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan

  • A key feature of this resort is that its gondola is directly connected to a Shinkansen (bullet train) station, making access exceptionally convenient
  • The courses are suitable for beginner to intermediate skiers, offering enjoyment for a wide range of skill levels.
  • Niigata Prefecture, where Gala Yuzawa is located, receives a generous amount of snow annually and is known for some of the world's best quality powder snow. The ski season typically begins in the first or second week of December, with the heaviest snowfall occurring from January through March
  • The resort also provides high-quality rental services
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Key Stats

Snow Depth
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Courses
16
Longest Run
4,900m
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Why You'll Love This Ski Resort
  • Excellent Accessibility and Convenience: Its direct connection to a Shinkansen station via gondola makes it incredibly convenient, especially for day trips from Tokyo.
  • Beginner and Intermediate-Friendly Courses: It offers a variety of suitable courses that provide a safe and enjoyable experience for those new to skiing or snowboarding, as well as intermediate riders looking to improve their skills.
  • High-Quality Powder Snow: Guests can experience the abundant snowfall and excellent quality powder characteristic of Niigata Prefecture, ensuring a fantastic skiing and snowboarding sensation.
  • Comprehensive Rental Services: Gala Yuzawa is well-equipped with high-end ski and snowboard rental services, allowing visitors to enjoy the slopes comfortably even without bringing their own gear.
  • Opportunity for Cultural Immersion: While the sources do not specifically detail cultural activities at Gala Yuzawa, the surrounding Niigata region offers rich opportunities to experience Japanese culture, including onsen (hot springs) and sake. This allows for a broader Japanese experience beyond just skiing.
Terrain

TERRAIN INFORMATION

Level Guide

Beginner
35%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
25%

Grooming Status

Groomed
80%
Non-groomed
20%

Facilities

Snowboard Park

Available

Back Country

Not Available

Lift Facilities

Gondola

2
units

Lifts

9
units
Ticket Price

Lift Tickets（1day）

Adult Lift Ticket: 7,200 yen

Junior Lift Ticket: 3,800 yen

Senior Lift Ticket: 6,500 yen

Rentals

Ski Set : 4,800 yen

Snowboard Set : 4,800 yen

Wear : 4,200 yen

Lesson

Ski Set : 4,500 yen

Snowboard Set : 4,500 yen

Wear : 4,000 yen

Access Information

Location

By Car

Tokyo→Kanetsu Expressway→GALA Yuzawa (2hr30min)

Parking

3,000 spaces

By Train

Tokyo Station→GALA Yuzawa Station(1hr20min)→Direct access to resort

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