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Discover Japan's best ski resorts with legendary powder snow, world-class facilities, and authentic Japanese culture.
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Hakuba 47, part of Hakuba Valley in Nagano, connects to ABLE Hakuba Goryu and is renowned for its consistent “Japow” powder. Home to Nagano’s top terrain park with half-pipes, jumps, and rails, it’s a favorite for intermediate skiers and snowboarders.
Last Updated: October 11, 2025 by Tak
Legendary Japanese powder
Diverse slopes & terrain
Perfect for all ages
Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park is one of 10 resorts in Hakuba Valley, located at the Northern Japan Alps base in Nagano. It connects to ABLE Hakuba Goryu resort via lifts.
Hakuba Valley, a 1998 Winter Olympics venue, is famous for abundant "Japow" (Japan powder) snow.
Hakuba 47 features Nagano's premier terrain park with professional half-pipes, kickers, jumps, and rails. Its north-facing, wind-protected slopes maintain excellent powder conditions, making it ideal for intermediate skiers and snowboarders.
Two resorts, one lift pass
Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park is directly connected to Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort via lifts and runs. With a shared lift pass, you can explore both areas, enjoying long runs and a variety of slopes that could take days to fully experience.
Features for all levels, from beginners to pros
Hakuba47 boasts one of the top-quality snow parks in Japan. From beginner-friendly jumps and boxes to competition-sized kickers, rails, and halfpipes, the park offers something for every freestyle rider.
Reliable conditions thanks to high altitude
Thanks to its high elevation, Hakuba47 maintains excellent snow quality throughout the season. After fresh snowfall, you can enjoy deep powder on off-piste and ungroomed runs.
Cafés and restaurants with great views
On-mountain cafés and restaurants offer the perfect place to rest, with scenic views and dishes made from local ingredients. Whether it’s a mid-day break or post-ski meal, you can relax and recharge in style.
December 20 - March 31
Weather dependent
Kanetsu Expressway→Joshinetsu Expressway→Nagano IC→Route19→Hakuba-Nagano Olympic Road→Hakuba 47 (4hr)
3,000 spaces
Tokyo Station→Nagano Station(1hr20min)→Bus(1hr)→Hakuba 47
Ski Lesson : 4,000 yen
Snowboard Lesson : 4,000 yen
Ski Lesson : from 10,000 yen
Snowboard Lesson : from 10,000 yen
Hakuba 47 Ski Academy International
More Info →Tokyo Station→Nagano Station(1hr20min)→Bus(1hr)→Hakuba 47
Shuttle runs every 30 minutes during peak season
Full rental sets available on-site. Reserve in advance during peak season.
Ski set: ¥5,500 yen/day • Snowboard set: ¥5,500 yen/day
Credit cards accepted at ticket counters and restaurants.
Cash preferred at some smaller vendors
January to February for the best powder conditions.
Weekdays are less crowded than weekends
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Everything you need to know about skiing at Hakuba 47
Hakuba 47 is renowned for its excellent snowboard park with world-class features including halfpipes, rails, and jumps. It hosted snowboarding events during the 1998 Nagano Olympics and continues to attract professional snowboarders from around the world.
Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (1.5 hours), then take the Nagano Electric Railway to Hakuba Station (1 hour), followed by a 10-minute bus ride to the resort. Alternatively, direct buses are available from Tokyo Station (4-5 hours).
The best time is from late December to early March when snow conditions are optimal. January and February typically offer the best powder snow conditions, while March provides longer daylight hours and milder weather.
Yes, Hakuba 47 offers English-speaking instructors for both skiing and snowboarding lessons. Advanced booking is recommended, especially during peak season.
The base area includes rental shops, restaurants, changing rooms, lockers, and a ski school. There's also a convenience store and souvenir shop for your convenience.
For more general questions (about money, culture, transport, etc.), please see our main Japan Skiing FAQ page.
View Main FAQI'm a Tokyo-based snowboarder with more than 20 years on the slopes. As a father of two, I enjoy riding natural terrain and side hits, and I'm passionate about helping international visitors discover the best of Japan's ski resorts. Off the slopes, I love family time, dogs, and soaking in Japanese onsen.