Myoko Kogen Ski Resorts Guide
Myoko Akakura Onsen Ski Resort
"This resort just blew us away. Without a doubt, Akakura became the whole teams most favourite resort in Japan." World Snowboard Guide
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Following recent mergers Myoko Akakura Onsen Snow Area (赤倉温泉スキー場) now covers a number of formerly independent resort areas, the best known being Akakura Onsen, Kumado, and Akakura Chuo as well as a couple of other small areas such as Yodel. These should not be confused with the neighbouring Akakura Kanko /Akakura Champion resort area. Watch for the signs that clearly delineate the two areas.
Akakura Onsen Ski Resort provides a variety of runs for all levels of skiers, from beginners to experts. It is a huge resort with so many lifts and runs that it never seemed that crowded, even on a weekend, and lines are usually short or even non-existent. With more than 13 metres of snow annually, you're guaranteed great skiing at this diverse ski area. You can enjoy a 4 kilometre run from the top of the hill at 1,500-metre-plus. Or you can do whatever else fits your skills and interests: powder skiing, moguls, terrain parks, hit the trees or just fun family cruising. Pole races are held in February and March, with entry available to anyone.
There is a nice selection of restaurants scattered over the mountain. At the foot of the mountain is an onsen spa town where steam and the scent of hot springs fill the air - the perfect place to enjoy a traditional Japan apres experience. Below the resort a grand panorama spreads out, offering beautiful views of Lake Nojiri and, in the distance, the Sea of Japan.
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Resort STATS:
Longest Run: 4,500 metres
Half Pipes: Yes
Terrain Parks: Two (as follows)
Kumado Panorama Course: kicker, table top, rail box, straight rail
Maeyama 4 Course: Freeride park - SBX course, kicker, table top, rail box, straight rail
Cross-country available: Unknown
Child Care / Ski School: Yes
Elevation: 1,500 metres
Vertical Drop: 760 metres
SKI RUNS:
Lifts: 38
Trails: 36 (Beg:48% Int:37% Adv:15%)
Lift Tickets 2009/10:* |
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| One Day Ticket: | ¥3,900 | Dec | 40 cm |
| Family Ticket (A): | ¥5,200 | Jan | 180 cm |
| Family Ticket (B): | ¥8,400 | Feb | 250 cm |
| Half Day Ticket: | ¥2,500 | Mar | 200 cm |
| Night (Kumado): | ¥2,000 | Apr | 150 cm |
| Season | ¥40,000 | ||
| Resort Course Maps Here (English) (Japanese) (.pdf) | |||
| Akakura ski lift discount coupons here | |||
| One skiers personal Akakura map and description here | |||
| * Lift prices may be subject to change. Senior, family and/or child discounts may also be available. | |||
Akakura Onsen Resort Contact:
Phone: 0255-87-2125 | Website (Japanese)
ACCESS:
Nearest station: Myoko Kogen
15-20 minutes by taxi from Myoko Kogen Station on the JR Joetsu Honsen line.
Free shuttle buses run between Myoko Akakura Snow Area, Ikenotaira Onsen Ski Resort and Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort.
Tokyo Ski Buses to Akakura Onsen
Between December and April Travex runs a ski bus service direct from Tokyo Station or Ikebukero to the following ski resort areas - Suginohara, Ikenotaira and Akakura.
Ski Bus Club also runs both night and day bus services between Tokyo Station, Shinjuku and Ikebukero to Myoko Kogen, Suginohara, Ikenotaira and Akakura Onsen.
The cost for both services is 4,000 yen one way or 7,500 yen return.
English Ski School instruction in Akakura Onsen, Myoko
English speaking ski school and rentals are available at the newly established Myoko Snowsports in Akakura Champion. Ski lessons (in English) and ski rentals are also available from the Yodel Snow School in Akakura, Myoko Kogen. They also offer snow shoe, junior race training and kids programs. Bookings can be made online. MBSS in Akakan (Shin-Akakura) also offers both alpine and back-country ski experience.
Snowboard & Ski Rental/Purchase in Akakura
There are numerous ski rentals shops such as Myoko Snowsports in Akakura Champion, Aoyama Sports in Akakura (online reservations available) or Yodel Ski School, also in Akakura Onsen. Many of the hotels also have ski rentals on-site such as Canadian House in Myoko Kogen.
Access Map (Japanese)
Akakura Live Web Cam
Akakura Onsen Ski Video
Places to stay near Akakura Onsen Ski Resort:
Need a place to stay?
Check out these establishments below and many more at our Akakura Onsen accommodation guide and hotel map
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Pension Mont Cervin is an affordable and popular pension that is our #No. 1 booked option for Myoko accommodation. The genial host, Shikine-san, is also director of the Myoko Kogen Visitor Center as well as a certified mountain and trekking guide. Hence he is able to show guests some of the most breathtaking views and scenery in the area via snowshoe tours. | |
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Akaura Wakui Hotel- Ten minutes by car from Myokokogen station and centrally located very close to Akakura Ski Resort and onsen. Bus from station also available. On-site hot springs Map to Akakura Wakui Hotel |
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Akakura Yours Inn - Five minutes by car from Myokokogen station and only a short distance to Akakura Ski Village. Mine host Ogasawara-san is a well know local identity Map to Akakura Yours Inn | |
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Akakura-onsen Kounnoyado Kounkaku - A well-established hotel boasting large 'observation' onsen and outdoor bath. Complimentary shuttle service and tour guidance. Map to Akakura-onsen Kounnoyado Kounkaku | |
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Akakura Onsen Kappo Ryokan Futaba - Centrally located in Akakura Ski Village close to all shops and entertainment. Offers Japanese dishes of fresh seafood straight from the Japan Sea plus a tavern and coffee shop on-site. Map to Akakura Onsen Kappo Ryokan Futaba |
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Resort Inn Daiju - Relax and feel at home in a nature setting where wild birds and tanuki (raccoon dogs) come to visit. Five minutes walk from the Akakura Onsen bus stop (on Kawanakajma bus that leaves from Myoko-Kogen station). Free pick-up service available on request. Map to Resort Inn Daiju | |
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Akakura Resort Hotel Alp is a ski-in/out hotel in Akakura Onsen Ski Area providing a choice of either Japanese and Western style rooms. Natural hot spring and sauna to finish off a day on the slopes or hiking. Read reviews on Akakura Resort Hotel Alp | |
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Tsubame Highland Hotel has both Japanese and Western style accommodation available and is surrounded by deep forests and beautiful high mountains of Myoko. It is the perfect place not only for for relaxing, but also hiking, trekking and skiing. To get to Akakura Onsen Ski Resort you can ski or snowboard down directly. The hotel can arrange free pick-up by snow tractor from the car parking lot or the nearest station. | |
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Hotel Taiko, Akakura, Myoko-Kogen Located at the base of magnificent Mountain Myoko. Only a 7 minute walk to Akakura Onsen Ski Area or a 4 minute shuttle to Shin-Akakura Kanko Onsen Ski Area. Natural onsen with the view from the large tenbo open air bath especially breathtaking. Internet access and bar. - Map to Hotel Taiko Inn, Akakura - Reviews on Hotel Taiko, Akakura |
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