KAGURA SKI SCHOOL
PRIVATE LESSONS AND BACKCOUNTRY TOURS
Kagura Ski Resort is one of Japan's top destinations for deep powder skiing and snowboarding. Located near Echigo-Yuzawa in Niigata Prefecture, Kagura is famous for its long season, reliable snowfall, and excellent terrain for all skill levels, from beginners to expert backcountry riders.
Canyons is registered as an official ski school at Kagura!
Our Kagura Snowsports school offers:
Private ski and snowboard lessons with professional international instructors
Backcountry tours in Kagura's renowned off-piste terrain
Whether you're just starting out or looking to explore untouched powder, Kagura is the perfect mountain for your next winter adventure in Japan.
Visit Kagura/Tashiro's Official Page
Kagura Rental Equipment
We recommend PURE JOY rentals. Premium ski and snowboard rentals delivered direct to your hotel for the best experience.
PRIVATE LESSONS
PRIVATE LESSON
Capacity per instructor: 1 - 6 participants
2 HOURS
Variety of start times available: 09:00, 10:00, 13:00 or 14:00
¥34,000 per instructor
*Please note two hour lessons are currently unavailable during our peak periods: December 24th January 3rdFebruary 1st February 21st
The minimum lesson length during these periods is three hours.
3 HOURS
Morning 09:00 or Afternoon 13:00
¥45,000 per instructor
6 HOURS
Full day 09:00 - 16:00
¥75,000 per instructor
EXTRA 1 HOUR
17,000 JPY
PREMIUM PRIVATE
A Premium full day is up to 6-hours of lesson with an instructor that is able to provide extra support on and off the snow and flexible timings between 8:30-17:00 (resort lift dependent).
08:30 - 17:00
¥90,000 per instructor
Access Information
The most convenient way to travel to Kagura Ski Resort is by Bullet Train (Shinkansen). Take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Central Tokyo to Echigo-Yuzawa Station, which takes approximately 75 minutes. From there, it's about 20 minutes by bus or taxi to the Mitsumata Ropeway Station, one of the main access points to Kagura.
If you are travelling by car, exit the highway at the Yuzawa I.C. (Kan-Etsu Expressway Exit 16). From the exit, it's around 8 km to the Mitsumata parking area, which offers free parking and direct access to the ropeway station.
742 Mitsumata, Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata 949-6211, Japan
080-9083-2179 (9am-4pm)
Need more Information?
Find answers to common questions in our FAQs
Not sure about your ski or snowboard level?
Check our ability level guide to find the right lesson for you
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 rentals:
Lift tickets and rental are not included in the price and are to be prepared before the lesson start time.
Ready to book?
Submit your booking request here
Please feel free to contact us with any other questions you may have and we will be happy to help atsnowsports@canyons.jp