Myoko Suginohara

Home to Japan's longest run at 8.5km, deep snow, and quiet pistes. Part of the historic Myoko Kogen onsen ski region.

Key Stats

Vertical Drop
1,124m (3,688ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,855m (6,086ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
731m (2,398ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
1,300cm (512in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
16
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
8
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Resort Size
90 ha
Total groomed and patrolled terrain

Terrain Breakdown

The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.

Beginner
30%
Intermediate
50%
Advanced
20%

Best For

Location

Myoko Suginohara sits on the flanks of Mount Myoko in Niigata, on the snowy western side of Japan's main island. The setting is high-mountain and deeply maritime, catching heavy snowfall blown in off the Sea of Japan.

Getting there

Moderate to reach

Fly into Tokyo Haneda (HND), then about 3 hours in by train.

Myoko-Kogen station is about 15min from the base by local transfer.

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