Okunakayamakogen Ski Area
About Okunakayamakogen Ski Area
A hidden Iwate gem cherished for its silky dry powder and nostalgic atmosphere, far from the frantic pace of Japan's major resorts.
Highlights
- Silky dry snow
- Quiet forest trails
- Local thermal springs
- Understated rural charm
Key Facts
- Altitude: 644m
- Top lift: 1004m
- Ski pistes: 6.3km
- Ski lifts: 5
- Lakes nearby: 1
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Okunakayamakogen Ski Area
- Today: 9 to 20 °C, clear sky, 9 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 3766 m (3280 to 4010 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 9 / 20 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 8 / 14 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 7 / 13 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 h sun |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 2 / 13 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 6 / 16 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 5 h sun |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 8 / 19 °C | drizzle | dry | 3 h sun |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 9 / 14 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 7 / 15 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 5 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 3 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 8 h sun |
Getting to Okunakayamakogen Ski Area
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base (MSJ), 71 km away, about 1h30 by road