Shiga Kogen Central Area

Shiga Kogen Central Area (Sun Valley to Ichinose) is the resort’s most user-friendly hub, known for wide, well-groomed pistes that suit beginners through strong intermediates and for family-friendly facilities. Around Sun Valley–Maruike–Hasuike you’ll find the main transport hub and plenty of services; head further in and you reach Ichinose Family & Diamond and Tanne no Mori, where the elevation rises gently and night skiing (mainly at Ichinose) lets you extend your day. Expect long, low-angle cruisers, kids’ zones with magic carpets, and lots of dining and rest options. Sitting in the middle of Shiga Kogen, it’s a perfect base for exploring—with easy access toward Yakebitaiyama or Takamagahara–Higashidate. Ideal for short stays, skill-building trips, and stress-free family skiing.