Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort
Experience the panoramic views and diverse terrain of Hakuba Iwatake, offering excellent skiing with stunning mountain vistas in the heart of Hakuba Valley.
Powder
8.0
Terrain
7.0
Family
7.0
About the Resort
Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field is a ski resort located in Hakuba Valley in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Hakuba Valley is an expansive ski area at the foot of the 3,000-m tall Northern Japan Alps, comprising ten different snow resorts.
- It is considered a mid-sized ski area and is less than a 10-minute drive from Hakuba Village.
- The resort is equipped with eight chairlifts and a gondola. A newly unveiled gondola lift was renovated for the first time in 38 years, featuring spacious cabins with strengthened resin glass panels that offer uninterrupted 360° panoramic views. The highlight of the ride is between pylons 7 and 10, where riders get an unparalleled aerial perspective of the majestic alpine scenery.
- Hakuba Iwatake offers slopes for all abilities, including wide, gentle runs. It also features a terrain park and cross-country ski trails.
- As part of the Hakuba Valley, the resort is blessed with abundant snowfall and high-quality powder snow, earning the nickname "Japow" for its dry, light, and fluffy powder.
Key Stats
Snow Depth
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Courses
26
Longest Run
4,900m
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Why You'll Love This Ski Resort
- Spectacular Panoramic Views: Hakuba Iwatake is one of Nagano's most picturesque resorts, offering 360-degree panoramic views of the Hakuba mountain range. The new gondola enhances this experience with its spacious cabins and resin glass panels, providing unobstructed vistas.
- Excellent for Beginners and Families: The resort features wide, gentle runs that are perfect for beginners and those new to skiing or snowboarding. It is well-suited for families, especially with children who are still building confidence on the slopes7.
- Diverse Terrain for All Levels: While being notably friendly for beginners, Iwatake also offers terrain for all abilities, ensuring an enjoyable experience for intermediates and advanced skiers as well.
- Part of the Convenient Hakuba Valley: As one of the ten resorts in Hakuba Valley, visitors can utilize the Hakuba Valley All-Mountain Lift Pass, which provides seamless access to all resorts in the area. Free shuttle buses connect all the resorts, offering great flexibility. Hakuba Valley itself is very English-friendly and popular with international travelers.
- Quieter Atmosphere: Compared to some of the more popular resorts in Hakuba, Iwatake is typically less crowded, allowing for more space on the slopes and a more relaxed skiing experience.
- Proximity to Hakuba Village: Located less than 10 minutes drive from Hakuba Village, it offers easy access to the area's amenities, including English-speaking ski/snowboard schools and rental services.
Terrain
Course Map
Level Guide
Beginner
40%Intermediate
35%Advanced
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Snowboard Park
Back Country : Yes
Ticket Price
Lift Tickets（1day）
Adult Lift Ticket: 6,800 yen
Junior Lift Ticket: 3,600 yen
Senior Lift Ticket: 6,200 yen
Rentals
Ski Set : 4,500 yen
Snowboard Set : 4,500 yen
Wear : 4,000 yen
Lesson
Ski Set : 4,200 yen
Snowboard Set : 4,200 yen
Wear : 3,800 yen
Access Information
Location
By Car
Kanetsu Expressway→Joshinetsu Expressway→Nagano IC→Route19→Hakuba-Nagano Olympic Road→Hakuba Iwatake (4hr)
Parking
2,000 spaces
By Train
Tokyo Station→Nagano Station(1hr20min)→Bus(1hr)→Hakuba Iwatake
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