Top 20 Recommended Ski Resorts in Hokkaido (2025-2026 Edition): Highlighting 4 Representative Resorts by Area|Domingo

Top 20 Recommended Ski Resorts in Hokkaido (2025-2026 Edition): Highlighting 4 Representative Resorts by Area

Hokkaido's winter sports season is officially in full swing! Here at Domingo, we've been introducing recommended ski resorts from various areas across the prefecture in a five-part series.

While each resort has its own unique charm based on its location, this time we've compiled a comprehensive list of the top ski resorts from all over Hokkaido. Whether you're looking for information on your local slopes or planning a trip to try somewhere new, this guide is for you.

(If you already know where you want to go, you can check ski resort information for each area from here.)

Skiing and Snowboarding Near Sapporo

1. Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (Sapporo City)

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort

Located near Jozankei Onsen, this comprehensive ski resort boasts some of Hokkaido's best powder snow and expansive slopes. With a total of 7 courses, it's a great spot for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers. For mogul enthusiasts, there's a downhill course with a maximum incline of 30 degrees, and snowboarders can enjoy features like tabletop jumps.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates
・Regular Season: November 21, 2025 (Fri) – March 31, 2026 (Tue) 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
・Spring Season: April 1, 2026 (Wed) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) Scheduled to close 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
Adults 6,000 yen (Spring Season 5,500 yen) / Seniors (60+) 5,000 yen / Seniors (65+) 4,700 yen / Jr. High & High School Students 4,000 yen / Elementary School Students 2,800 yen / Preschoolers Free
■Location: 937 Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo
Click here for details and map information for Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (Sapporo City) 

2. Sapporo Teine (Sapporo City)

Sapporo Teine

This is a comprehensive leisure facility on Mt. Teine that transforms the entire mountain into a ski resort in winter. The 'Women's Giant Slalom' and 'Men's and Women's Slalom' courses, which were used in the 1972 Sapporo Olympics, are a must-try for any serious skier. The course starting from the still-standing Olympic cauldron offers the thrilling sensation of diving into Ishikari Bay. The resort's appeal lies in its diverse range of courses, including a 6km beginner run and a challenging course that plunges through the forest.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates
・Highland Zone: November 22, 2025 (Sat) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) tentative 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
・Olympia Zone: December 6, 2025 (Sat) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) tentative 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
*Operating hours vary by lift and gondola.
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass (Regular Season) Adults 9,400 yen / Seniors (60+), High School & Jr. High Students 8,100 yen / Elementary School Students & Younger 6,200 yen
*Prices vary depending on the season.
■Location: 593 Teine Honcho, Teine-ku, Sapporo
Click here for details and map information for Sapporo Teine (Sapporo City)

3. Sapporo Bankei Ski Area (Sapporo City)

Sapporo Bankei Ski Area

Close to central Sapporo and with night skiing until 10 PM, this is a ski area you can easily visit even after work. It features 17 courses in total, from gentle slopes for families to the FIS-certified ban.k Mogul Course, which was a venue for the 2017 Sapporo Asian Winter Games, and Japan's largest half-pipe, the ban.k Halfpipe. At the 'Waku Waku Snow Land,' located in a safe area separate from the main slopes, visitors can enjoy various snow activities like tube sliding, making it fun even for tourists and children with no skiing experience.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates
・December 12, 2025 (Fri) – Late March 2026 (tentative)
・Waku Waku Snow Land: Mid-January 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 7,000 yen / Jr. High Students & Younger 5,000 yen / Night Skiing (from 4:00 PM) 2,000 yen
■Location: 410 Bankei, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
Click here for details and map information for Sapporo Bankei Ski Area (Sapporo City)

4. Kiroro Snow World (Akaigawa Village)

Kiroro Snow World

Kiroro Snow World is blessed with pure powder snow that falls almost daily. Its two mountain ridges feature a variety of slopes for everyone from beginners to experts, making for an exceptional winter leisure experience on the pristine white snow. The appeal of Kiroro Snow World extends beyond just snow, skiing, and snowboarding; there are plenty of other activities to enjoy as well.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates
・Early Season: November 29, 2025 (Sat) – December 12, 2025 (Fri) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
・High Season: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – April 5, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
・Spring Season: April 6, 2026 (Mon) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
・Night Skiing: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – April 5, 2026 (Sun) tentative, until 7:00 PM (Center Express only)
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
・Early & Spring Season: Adults 5,500 yen / Seniors (65+), Ages 13-18 5,100 yen / Ages 6-12 3,600 yen
・High Season: Adults 8,800 yen / Seniors (65+), Ages 13-18 7,700 yen / Ages 6-12 4,800 yen
■Location: 128-1 Tokiwa, Akaigawa-mura, Yoichi-gun
Click here for details and map information for Kiroro Snow World (Akaigawa Village)

*For more information on ski resorts in the Sapporo area, click here

Skiing and Snowboarding Near Niseko

1. Niseko Village Ski Resort (Niseko Town)

Niseko Village Ski Resort

Located on Mt. Annupuri, Niseko Village Ski Resort is a sanctuary of world-class powder snow. Amidst stunning views of Mt. Yotei, you can enjoy not only skiing and snowboarding but also a variety of other activities like snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and snow rafting. The experience of being pulled on a snow tube by a draft horse is also popular.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours
・Early Season: Opening Day – December 12, 2025 (Fri) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
・Regular Season: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Night skiing period)
・Spring Season: March 23, 2026 (Mon) – April 5, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
・Final Season: April 6, 2026 (Mon) – April 12, 2026 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
・Regular Season: Adults 9,700 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 8,200 yen / Ages 4-12 5,800 yen
・Early & Spring Season: Adults 6,700 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 5,600 yen / Ages 4-12 4,000 yen
・Final Season: Adults 5,000 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 4,200 yen / Ages 4-12 3,000 yen
■Location: Higashiyama Onsen, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun
Click here for details and map information for Niseko Village Ski Resort (Niseko Town)

2. Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area (Niseko Town)

Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area

Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area is known for its wide, spacious courses that are perfect for beginners. You can enjoy superb powder snow, and the surrounding area is dotted with hidden gem restaurants and charming hot springs, creating a perfect environment for a relaxing ski trip. It offers a different Niseko winter experience from the Hirafu area, attracting many skiers.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours
・Early Season: December 11, 2025 (Thu) – December 12, 2025 (Fri) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
・Regular Season: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
・Spring Season: March 23, 2026 (Mon) – April 5, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
・Final Season: April 6, 2026 (Mon) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) tentative 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
・Early & Spring Season: Adults 6,200 yen / Seniors (65+) & Jr. High Students 4,700 yen / Ages 4-12 4,100 yen
・Regular Season: Adults 7,000 yen / Seniors (65+) & Jr. High Students 5,300 yen / Ages 4-12 4,600 yen
・Final Season: Adults 5,200 yen / Seniors (65+) & Jr. High Students 4,200 yen / Ages 4-12 3,700 yen
■Location: 485 Niseko, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun
Click here for details and map information for Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area (Niseko Town)

3. Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU (Kutchan Town)

Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU

Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU is a ski resort where you can enjoy skiing with a view of Mt. Yotei, one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, right before your eyes. It features over 20 varied courses. The dynamic runs with a maximum vertical drop of 940m, abundant snowfall, and its famous powder snow attract countless skiers and snowboarders from both Japan and abroad. Another major draw is that you can typically ski here until around Golden Week in early May.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours
・Early Season: November 29, 2025 (Sat) – December 12, 2025 (Fri)
・Regular Season: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun)
・Spring Season: March 23, 2026 (Mon) – April 5, 2026 (Sun)
・Final Season: April 6, 2026 (Mon) – May 6, 2026 (Wed)
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
・Early & Spring Season: Adults 7,700 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 6,500 yen / Ages 4-12 4,600 yen
・Regular Season: Adults 11,000 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 9,400 yen / Ages 4-12 6,600 yen
・Final Season: Adults 5,500 yen / Jr. High Students & Seniors (65+) 4,600 yen / Ages 4-12 3,200 yen
■Location: 2-9-1 Niseko Hirafu 1-jo, Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun
Click here for details and map information for Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU (Kutchan Town)

4. Rusutsu Resort (Rusutsu Village)

Rusutsu Resort

This massive ski resort spans three mountains: West Mountain, East Mountain, and Mt. Isola. With 37 courses and a total trail length of 42 kilometers, it's the largest in Hokkaido. A gondola connects the east and west mountains across a national highway, allowing for a varied skiing experience. The most popular area, the summit of Mt. Isola, offers panoramic views of Lake Toya and Mt. Usu, with the majestic Mt. Yotei directly in front, making it a ski resort where you can enjoy both skiing/snowboarding and spectacular scenery.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours
・Early Season ①: November 29, 2025 (Sat) – December 12, 2025 (Fri)
・Early Season ②: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – December 19, 2025 (Fri)
・Regular Season: December 20, 2025 (Sat) – March 15, 2026 (Sun)
・Spring Skiing Season: March 16, 2026 (Mon) – March 31, 2026 (Tue) tentative
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass (Regular Season) Ages 19+ 16,200 yen / Seniors (65+) & Jr. High/High School Students 12,100 yen / Ages 4-12 8,000 yen
*Prices vary depending on the season.
■Location: 13 Izumikawa, Rusutsu-mura, Abuta-gun
Click here for details and map information for Rusutsu Resort (Rusutsu Village)

*For more information on ski resorts in the Niseko & Southern Hokkaido area, click here

Skiing and Snowboarding Near Furano

1. Furano Ski Resort (Furano City)

Furano Ski Resort

Furano Ski Resort has long been loved by many skiers for its excellent slopes with a wide variety of courses and top-quality snow. It is divided into two areas: the 'Furano Zone,' where you can enjoy long runs, and the 'Kitanomine Zone,' with its rich variety of courses. In addition to lifts, the resort is equipped with a 6-person gondola and a 101-person ropeway. Whether you want to cruise down the slopes or hone your skills, you can enjoy winter sports in comfort here.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates
・Early Season: November 29, 2025 (Sat) – December 5, 2025 (Fri) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM or sunset
・Regular Season: December 6, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun) 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM or sunset
*Night Skiing: Mid-December – March 21 (Sat) 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM / December 27 (Sat) – January 4 (Sun), Saturdays & holidays 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
・Spring Skiing: March 23, 2026 (Mon) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) tentative 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass
・Early & Spring Skiing: Adults 6,500 yen / Seniors (60+) 6,000 yen / Elementary School Students & Younger Free
・Regular Season: Adults 8,000 yen / Seniors (60+) 7,500 yen / Elementary School Students & Younger Free
■Location: Naka-goryo, Furano
Click here for details and map information for Furano Ski Resort (Furano City)

2. Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway (Higashikawa Town)

Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway

Mt. Asahidake is known for its vast world of silver and high-quality powder snow, attracting backcountry skiers and snowboarders from all over the world. The Asahidake Ropeway operates during the winter season, acting as a ski lift to take skiers up to an altitude of 1,600 meters. With its light, fluffy snow and the chance to see fantastical natural phenomena like diamond dust and sun pillars, it's a place that has earned immense support from outdoor enthusiasts.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Dates: December 11, 2025 (Thu) – May 10, 2026 (Sun)
■Ropeway Hours
・Start of season – February 28, 2026 (Sat) 9:00 AM – 3:40 PM (last descent)
・March 1 (Sun) – March 15 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (last descent)
・March 16 (Mon) – May 11 (Mon) 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last descent)
■Price: 1-Day Pass: Jr. High Students & older 6,800 yen / Children 4,500 yen *From March 16: Jr. High Students & older 5,600 yen / Children 3,900 yen
■Location: Asahidake Onsen, Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun
Click here for details and map information for Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway (Higashikawa Town)

3. Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area (Kamikawa Town)

Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area

Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area is one of Hokkaido's premier mountain ski resorts, located on the northeastern slope of Mt. Kurodake and accessible by ropeway from the Sounkyo Onsen town. It is renowned for the grand scenery of the Daisetsuzan mountains and its excellent snow quality. The season is long, lasting until mid-May, which means you can ski for more than half the year. Sounkyo, which serves as a base for skiers, is one of Hokkaido's top hot spring resorts, allowing for a luxurious après-ski experience.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: December 1, 2025 (Mon) – March 1, 2026 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 3:20 PM / March 20, 2026 (Fri) – May 6, 2026 (Wed) tentative 9:00 AM – 3:20 PM
■Closed for Maintenance: March 2, 2026 (Mon) – March 19, 2026 (Thu)
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 5,200 yen / Elementary School Students 2,600 yen
■Location: Sounkyo, Kamikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun
Click here for details and map information for Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area (Kamikawa Town)

4. Mount Racey Ski Area (Yubari City)

Mount Racey Ski Area

This ski resort offers spectacular views from its summit, looking out towards Sapporo and the Sea of Japan. The slopes, which boast a maximum run of 3,500m and a maximum gradient of 45°, allow you to experience high-quality powder snow. With a diverse course layout, skiers and snowboarders from beginners to experts can have a great time. Additionally, features like a freestyle park and a pole course are available, making it a great choice for those who want to ski more seriously.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: December 6, 2025 (Sat) – March 29, 2026 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 6,000 yen / Seniors & Jr. High/High School Students 5,100 yen / Elementary School Students 3,000 yen
■Location: 2-4 Suehiro, Yubari
Click here for details and map information for Mount Racey Ski Area (Yubari City)

*For more information on ski resorts in the Furano area, click here

Skiing and Snowboarding in the Asahikawa & Northern Hokkaido Area

1. Kamui Ski Links (Asahikawa City)

Kamui Ski Links

Kamui Ski Links is a ski resort boasting a vertical drop of 600m and a longest run of 4,000m. It features eight varied courses, including groomed runs, mogul courses, and deep powder courses, serviced by a gondola and seven pair lifts. With a full range of rental equipment available, it's a spot where you can comfortably enjoy winter sports.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 31, 2026 (Tue) tentative 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 5,300 yen / Seniors (65+) 4,500 yen / Elementary School Students & Ages 12 and under 1,800 yen
■Location: 112 Nishioka, Kamui-cho, Asahikawa
Click here for details and map information for Kamui Ski Links (Asahikawa City)

2. Pippu Ski Area (Pippu Town)

Pippu Ski Area

Pippu Ski Area offers a panoramic view of the Kamikawa Basin with the Daisetsuzan mountain range, known as the 'roof of Hokkaido,' in the background. It boasts the largest slopes in Northern Hokkaido, with nine varied courses that will satisfy everyone from beginners to veterans. You can enjoy silky powder snow while taking in the vast natural landscape.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM / Night Skiing (until end of Feb) 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Jr. High Students & older 3,800 yen / Seniors (60+) & Elementary School Students & younger 2,800 yen
■Location: Kita 7-sen 17-go, Pippu-cho, Kamikawa-gun
Click here for details and map information for Pippu Ski Area (Pippu Town)

3. Nayoro Piyashiri Ski Area (Nayoro City)

Nayoro Piyashiri Ski Area

Piyashiri Ski Area is renowned for having the best snow quality in Japan. With nine different courses, you can choose one that matches your skill level or simply enjoy different runs depending on the day's snow conditions or your mood. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, if you're lucky, you might even get to see the sun pillar phenomenon.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours: December 13, 2025 (Sat) – March 22, 2026 (Sun) 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
*Night Skiing: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays from December 18 (Thu) – February 27 (Fri), 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
**No night skiing on January 1 (Thu) and 2 (Fri)
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass (not valid for night skiing) High School Students & older 4,200 yen / Seniors (60+) 2,800 yen / Jr. High Students & younger Free
■Location: Nisshin, Nayoro
Click here for details and map information for Nayoro Piyashiri Ski Area (Nayoro City)

4. Kokusetu Horotachi Ski Area (Horokanai Town)

Kokusetu Horotachi Ski Area

This ski area is popular with advanced skiers due to its blessed natural environment and challenging steep slopes. Thanks to the cold nights, the snow quality is a dry, fluffy powder with almost no moisture content. As one of Hokkaido's heaviest snowfall areas, there's always plenty of snow. There are four courses ranging from beginner to advanced. The ungroomed sections of the slopes are a true paradise for powder enthusiasts.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours: December 18, 2025 (Thu) – March, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: Adults 3,500 yen / Jr. High & High School Students 2,600 yen / Elementary School Students 2,100 yen
■Location: Nagatoronai, Horokanai-cho, Uryu-gun
Click here for details and map information for Kokusetu Horotachi Ski Area (Horokanai Town)

*For more information on ski resorts in the Asahikawa & Northern Hokkaido area, click here

Skiing and Snowboarding in the Eastern Hokkaido Area

1. Akankohan National Ski Area UTARA (Kushiro City)

Akankohan National Ski Area UTARA

This ski resort boasts a beautiful location with views of Mt. Oakan and Lake Akan. The slopes, which have excellent snow quality, are divided into two courses: one for beginner/intermediate and one for advanced skiers. The snowboard park, with its diverse features, is particularly popular with snowboarders. The Kids' Park allows families with small children to enjoy sledding and playing in the snow, so the resort is bustling every year with everyone from recreational visitors to competitive athletes.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: December 25, 2025 (Thu) – April 2026 (tentative) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass High School Students & older 4,000 yen / Seniors (60+) 3,000 yen / Jr. High Students & younger 2,000 yen
■Location: 4-4 Shurikomabetsu, Akan-cho, Kushiro
Click here for details and map information for Akankohan National Ski Area UTARA (Kushiro City)

2. Abashiri Lake View Ski Area (Abashiri City)

Abashiri Lake View Ski Area

A ski resort where you can enjoy scenery unique to the Sea of Okhotsk and powder snow. Snowboarding is permitted on 6 of the 7 courses, so snowboarders can enjoy themselves without worry. There is also a sledding course for small children, making it perfect for family outings. On clear days, you can see a spectacular view of the Shiretoko mountain range from the summit.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: Late December 2025 – Late March 2026
Mon–Fri 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM / Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM / Sun & Holidays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*Opening date is undecided due to lack of snow. Please check the official website for opening status. (As of December 28)
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 2,940 yen / Jr. High Students & younger 1,680 yen
■Location: 28-3 Yobito, Abashiri
Click here for details and map information for Abashiri Lake View Ski Area (Abashiri City)

3. Mombetsu City Ooyama Ski Area (Mombetsu City)

Mombetsu City Ooyama Ski Area

From the slopes, you can see the Sea of Okhotsk, offering the unique charm of skiing while watching the drift ice. It's conveniently located near the city center and along a national highway, making access easy. Facilities such as a hut that serves as both a cafeteria and a rest area, and a two-person pair lift, are available for a comfortable skiing experience.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: January 6, 2026 (Tue) – Late March
January 6 (Tue) – 12 (Mon) 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM / From January 13 (Tue) 9:00 AM – 8:45 PM
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass Adults 2,700 yen / Children 1,700 yen
■Location: 4-25-4 Ooyama-cho, Mombetsu
Click here for details and map information for Mombetsu City Ooyama Ski Area (Mombetsu City)

4. Engaru Rock Valley Ski Area (Engaru Town)

Engaru Rock Valley Ski Area

A ski resort that satisfies everyone from beginners and families to advanced skiers with its diverse range of courses. It features a total of 6 courses, including the Champion Course with a maximum gradient of 33 degrees, a course over 1,000 meters long for dynamic skiing, and a family slope for beginners and families to play on, as well as a bobsledding area. With plenty of lighting installed, you can also enjoy night skiing from the summit.

【2025-2026 Season】
■Operating Hours & Dates: December 20, 2025 (Sat) – Early April 2026 (tentative) 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
*Operating hours vary depending on the season and day of the week
■Price: 1-Day Lift Pass General 3,200 yen / High School Students & younger 2,000 yen
■Location: 150 Nogami, Engaru-cho, Mombetsu-gun
Click here for details and map information for Engaru Rock Valley Ski Area (Engaru Town)

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