MYOKO
Resort Guide
Akakura Onsen
Akakura Onsen Ski Resort is one of the largest and most popular resorts in the Myoko area, featuring three main zones: Yodel, Kumado, and Ginrei. With a wide variety of runs, it caters to all ability levels, from first-timers to advanced skiers and snowboarders. The resort is linked with neighbouring Akakura Kanko Resort, and a combined lift pass allows access to both ski areas.
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Akakura Kanko
Nestled mid-mountain, the renowned Kanko Hotel provides direct access to the slopes for a true ski-in, ski-out stay. Akakura Kanko Ski Resort is seamlessly connected to Akakura Onsen, and visitors can purchase a combined lift pass to explore both areas. With a wide variety of runs, the resort accommodates everyone from first-timers to seasoned skiers and snowboarders.
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Ikenotaira
Ikenotaira Onsen (Alpen Blick) is a laid-back, family-friendly ski resort in Myoko, famous for its deep powder, wide open terrain, and one of Japan’s top terrain parks. The resort offers something for every level from gentle, beginner-friendly slopes to ungroomed tree runs for more advanced riders.
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Suginohara
Suginohara Ski Resort boasts one of the longest ski runs in Japan, stretching over 8.5km of scenic terrain. With stunning views of Lake Nojiri and Mt. Myoko, high-quality snow, and wide, well-groomed trails, it’s a top destination for intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. The resort also features tree runs, a terrain park, and high-speed lifts, offering something for every snow enthusiast.dd text here
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Seki Onsen
Seki Onsen Ski Resort is a small, family-run powder haven known for some of the heaviest snowfall in Japan often receiving 14 to 16 metres per season, With just two lifts serving four often ungroomed runs (20 % beginner, 50 % intermediate, 30 % advanced), it’s a paradise for advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking untouched powder and genuine backcountry terrain.
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Access Information
Reaching Myoko Kogen Ski Resort is simple and convenient, whether you're travelling by train or car. The fastest way is by bullet train (Shinkansen) from Tokyo to Nagano Station, a journey that takes just under 2 hours. From there, it's a direct 40-minute local train on the Shinetsu Line to Myoko-Kogen Station. Shuttle buses and taxis are available to take you to the nearby ski resorts, including Akakura Onsen, Akakura Kanko, and Suginohara.
If you're driving, take the Joshinetsu Expressway and exit at Myoko-Kogen I.C. All major ski resorts in the area offer on-site or nearby parking, though fees may apply during weekends and peak periods.
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Insurance:
The price of the lesson does not include accident insurance. Please obtain travel insurance to cover snowsports and all participants. We recommend ALL lesson participants have travel insurance.
Lift passes and rental:
Lift tickets and rental are not included in the price and are to be prepared before the lesson start time.
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Please feel free to contact us with any other questions you may have and we will be happy to help at myoko@canyons.jp