Rusutsu Resort
Hokkaido powder paradise near Niseko with three interconnected mountains and excellent tree skiing.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
676m (2,218ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,156m (3,793ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
380m (1,247ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
1,270cm (500in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
37
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
18
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
217ha (536ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable 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
40%
Advanced
30%
Best For
Location
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