297-4 Ueno, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥5,000
Ishiuchi Hanaoka Ski Resort, adjacent to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort, is a popular destination for families and beginner to intermediate skiers. The resort is easily accessible, just a 5-minute drive from the Yuzawa-Ishiuchi Interchange on the Kanetsu Expressway and a 10-minute walk from JR Joetsu Line's Ishiuchi Station. The wide, single-slope terrain is perfect for long turns, offering stunning views of the surrounding Niigata mountains. Despite having only one lift, it features modern IC chip technology. Open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the resort provides convenient parking right next to the slopes, making it an ideal choice for a day of skiing.