Tohoku

The Tohoku Region spans six prefectures across northern Honshu Island and is blessed with a rich and traditional culture. The region also receives a reliable heavy snowfall each season, making for a great place to experience Japanese culture whilst enjoying the slopes.

APPI Resort, Iwate

Access from Narita Airport

JR Narita Express from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station (60 minutes).
JR Tohoku Shinakansen from Tokyo to Akita (4 hours).
JR Yamagata Shinkansen from Tokyo to Yamagata (2.5 hours).
JR Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Morioka (140 minutes).
JR Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Sendai (120 minutes).
JR Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Fukushima (90 minutes).

Appi Kogen Ski Resort

A popular destination that comes recommended by some major ski magazines, Appi Kogen is covered in quality powder snow and offers slopes to suit all levels.

Season: Late November to early May
Number of courses: 21 (30% Beginner, 40% Intermediate, 30% Advanced)
Number of lifts: 18
Longest course: 5.5km
Other info: Ski Park, Night Skiing, Ski School, Gear Rental, Kids Facilities

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Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Zao is well known for its juhyo (snow monsters), formed by fine snow and small pieces of ice that cling to the fir trees. The result is a mountain covered in natural works of art. Ski around the monsters by day and then admire their beauty again as they are lit up by night.

Season: Early December to early May
Number of courses: 26 (40% Beginner, 40% Intermediate, 20% Advanced)
Number of lifts: 41
Longest course: 8km
Other info: Ski Park, Night Skiing, Ski School, Gear Rental, Kids Facilities

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Alts Bandai

Particularly popular amongst snowboarders, Alts Bandai is home to world class snowboard competitions twice a year. However, from novice to pro, Alts Bandai has a slope for you.

Season: Mid December to Early April
Number of courses: 29 (35% Beginner, 40% Intermediate, 25% Advanced)
Number of lifts: 13
Longest course: 3.3km
Other info: Ski Park, Halfpipe, Night Skiing, Ski School, Gear Rental, Kids Facilities, Burton Learn to Ride School (English and Japanese)

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