
Ishiuchi Maruyama confirmed to open from Dec 19th 2025
Ishiuchi Maruyama confirmed to open from Dec 19th 2025
Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort in Yuzawa offers 23 runs with 14 lifts. Season: December 20, 2025 – April 6, 2026. Updated by Tak.
Yuzawa's most modern resort — wide groomers, night skiing, and The Veranda summit deck. Three base zones, minutes from Echigo-Yuzawa Station.
This resort typically opens in December 20, 2025. Check back for season updates.
RESORT STATISTICS
Season data shown below. Live conditions available when resort opens.
Courses
All levels
Lifts
1 gondola
Season
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My Recommendation
The park setup punches well above expectations for Yuzawa — this is where the park riders come to session. The base station and gondola infrastructure is impressively modern. Just know that the lift network requires about three transfers to go top-to-bottom, and the lower elevation means snow can turn heavy on warmer days.

A long-running Yuzawa classic with three base zones and fast lift access, Ishiuchi Maruyama blends broad groomers, night skiing, and a modern summit experience—The Veranda at Ishiuchi—with sweeping views over the Uonuma plain. It’s minutes from Echigo-Yuzawa and links easily with nearby resorts for longer trips.
Tokyo→Kanetsu Expressway→Yuzawa IC→Ishiuchi Maruyama (2hr30min)
2,000 spaces
Tokyo Station → Echigo-Yuzawa Station (~1h15–1h20, Joetsu Shinkansen) → bus/taxi (~15–20 min) → Ishiuchi Maruyama.

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I'm a Tokyo-based snowboarder and father of two with more than 20 years on Japan's slopes. I've personally visited and tested 26+ resorts across the country — from the deep powder of Myoko to the family-friendly runs of Karuizawa. Every recommendation on this site comes from real experience on the mountain.
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December 20 - March 31
Weather dependent
Ski Lesson : from 4,200 yen
Snowboard Lesson : from 4,200 yen
Ski Lesson : 3hr ¥49,500 / 5hr ¥67,500 per instructor (up to 5 pax)
English lessons available via Snow Country Instructors (operates at Ishiuchi, Naeba, Kagura and other Yuzawa resorts)
Wide runs perfect for beginners and families
Choose the base that suits your lodging and level; movement around the hill is intuitive.
Light, dry “Japow” born from the Northern Alps
Ride the Sunrise Express gondola to The Veranda for dramatic winter panoramas—great for mixed groups.
Safe snow play and sledding zones for little ones
Selected evenings keep the slopes lit for extra laps (seasonal schedule).
Tokyo Station → Echigo-Yuzawa Station (~1h15–1h20, Joetsu Shinkansen) → bus/taxi (~15–20 min) → Ishiuchi Maruyama.
Shuttle runs every 30 minutes during peak season
Full rental sets available on-site. Reserve in advance during peak season.
Ski set: ¥5,800 yen/day • Snowboard set: ¥5,800 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

Ishiuchi Maruyama confirmed to open from Dec 19th 2025
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A Yuzawa-area favorite with multiple base gates, long groomers, and night skiing on select days.
Tokyo → Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa (~80 min) → local bus/taxi to Ishiuchi gates.
January–March for best coverage; check night-skiing schedule in advance.
English-friendly lessons are available via resort partners; pre-book on weekends.
Multiple bases with rentals, lockers, restaurants; convenient for day trips from Tokyo.
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