SPOT
Located at 44 degrees north latitude, this is the coldest place in Japan at -41.2°C. With a blessed natural environment and steep slopes that are challenging to ski on, this ski resort is popular with advanced skiers. The snow is soft and fluffy, with almost no moisture due to the freezing temperatures at night. As it is one of the snowiest areas in Hokkaido, the amount of snowfall is ample.
There are four courses ranging from beginner (maximum slope of 18 degrees) to advanced. The slopes, which have ungroomed sections on each course, including the Horotachi course (maximum slope of 44 degrees) for advanced skiers, are a powder freak's paradise. As it is a local ski resort that is uncrowded, you can ski to your heart's content.
Business Hours
[2025-2026 season]
December 18th (Thursday) - March 9:00 - 16:00
regular closing day
Last week of February to March, Tuesday to Thursday
Fee
[1-day lift ticket (2025-2026 season)]
Adults 3,500 yen / Junior and senior high school students 2,600 yen / Elementary school students 2,100 yen
*Prices are subject to change. Please check the official website for details.
Location
Horotachi Ski Resort, Nagatome, Horokanai Town, Uryu County
Access
・Approximately 60 minutes by car from Asahikawa City
・Approximately 40 minutes by car from Shibetsu City
・Approx. 60 minutes by car from Fukagawa IC
・Approximately 2 hours by car from Asahikawa Airport
*The information listed is current as of December 2025.
*The information posted may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.
