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Morioka Ski Resorts

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Morioka and the surrounding Iwate Prefecture has ski resorts catering to all levels, from beginners to advanced powder seekers, many which are easily accessible from the city.

Appi Kogen Ski Resort

The largest resort in the area, Appi Kogen is known for it’s famous “Appi Pow”, excellent facilities, ski-in/ski-out hotels and tree-run zones..

Hachimantai Ski Resort

Hachimantai resort features two distinct areas—Panorama and Shimokura. Panorama is ideal for families and leisurely cruisers, while Shimokura caters to intermediate and advanced skiers with ungroomed trails and tree-run zones.

Shizukuishi Ski Resort

Shizukuishi resort has a convenient ski-in/ski-out hotel at the base. They also run a Powder Cat Tour and Sunshine Cat Tour..

Amihari Onsen

The highest resort near Morioka, Amihari is a quiet ski resort with an onsen hotel at it’s base.

Iwate Kogen

One of the closest resorts to Morioka city, Iwate Kogen features the area’s longest gondola, 

Geto Kogen

Geto boasts the most tree-run zones in the region, each graded by difficulty. An innovative off-piste mapping system helps skiers and boarders stay safe.

Tazawako

Tazawako remains a hidden gem with abundant powder and fewer crowds. While access is less convenient, those who make the trip are rewarded with untouched snow.

Okunakayama Kogen

This lesser-known resort delivers the same legendary North Tohoku powder without the crowds. A great choice for those seeking solitude and deep snow.

Mountain Stats

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Amihari Onsen Ski Resort

ELEV: 1350m VERT: 710m BASE: 640m

Appi Kogen Ski Resort

ELEV: 1328m VERT: 708m BASE: 620m

Iwate Kogen Snow Park

ELEV: 1210m VERT: 580m BASE: 630m

Tazawako Ski Resort

ELEV: 1186m VERT: 608m BASE: 578m

Shizukuishi Ski Resort

ELEV: 1145m VERT: 720m BASE: 425m

Hachimantai Ski Resort

ELEV: 1130m VERT: 550m BASE: 580m

Geto Kogen Ski Resort

ELEV: 1070m VERT: 430m BASE: 640m

Okunakayama Kogen Ski Area

ELEV: 1018m VERT: 368m BASE: 650m

Course Stats

Amihari Onsen Ski Resort

Difficulty
35%50%15%
Runs
7
Longest
1800m
Max Slope
37°

Appi Kogen Ski Resort

Difficulty
30%40%30%
Runs
21
Longest
5500m
Max Slope
34°

Iwate Kogen Snow Park

Difficulty
30%40%30%
Runs
10
Longest
2600m
Max Slope
34°

Tazawako Ski Resort

Difficulty
30%30%40%
Runs
13
Longest
3000m
Max Slope
38°

Shizukuishi Ski Resort

Difficulty
30%45%25%
Runs
20
Longest
2648m
Max Slope
33°

Hachimantai Ski Resort

Difficulty
30%30%30%
Runs
13
Longest
2700m
Max Slope
37°

Geto Kogen Ski Resort

Difficulty
40%40%20%
Runs
14
Longest
3000m
Max Slope
36°

Okunakayama Kogen Ski Area

Difficulty
20%40%30%
Runs
11
Longest
2000m
Max Slope
30°

Resort Features

Features
Tree run area
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Lockers
Onsen
Features
Backcountry
Terrain park
Tree run area
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Lockers
Onsen
English lessons
Chinese lessons
Features
Terrain park
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Night ski
Lockers
Features
Backcountry
Terrain park
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Lockers
Onsen
English lessons
Features
Backcountry
Terrain park
Tree run area
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Night ski
Lockers
Onsen
English lessons
Features
Tree run area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Lockers
Onsen
Features
Tree run area
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Night ski
Lockers
Multi Day Lockers
Onsen
English lessons
Chinese lessons
Features
Tree run area
Ungroomed area
Kids park
Snow park
Facilities
Ski rental
Ski in / ski out
Lockers
Onsen

Access

Tazawako Ski Resort

Drive
110 mins
Train from Morioko to Tazawako station: 30mins Shuttle bus from Tazawako station to ski area: 30mins60 mins

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