Yakushi Ski Area
About Yakushi Ski Area
A nostalgic, family-focused hillside getaway known for its gentle terrain and deep Niigata snow within the Uonuma rice country.
Highlights
- Retro local vibe
- Deep powder snow
- Family-friendly slopes
- Uonuma rice heritage
Key Facts
- Altitude: 136m
- Top lift: 257m
- Ski pistes: 1.5km
- Ski lifts: 1
- Lakes nearby: 4
- Mountain huts: 1
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Yakushi Ski Area
- Today: 14 to 22 °C, partly cloudy, 5 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 3923 m (3380 to 4160 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dim. 4 oct. | 14 / 22 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 5 h sun |
| lun. 5 oct. | 13 / 27 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| mar. 6 oct. | 17 / 23 °C | drizzle | dry | 6 h sun |
| mer. 7 oct. | 13 / 19 °C | drizzle | dry | 0 h sun |
| jeu. 8 oct. | 9 / 21 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| ven. 9 oct. | 8 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| sam. 10 oct. | 13 / 25 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| dim. 11 oct. | 11 / 23 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| lun. 12 oct. | 13 / 22 °C | drizzle | dry | 5 h sun |
| mar. 13 oct. | 11 / 24 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
Things to do in Yakushi Ski Area
Hikes nearby - Yakushi Ski Area (1)
1 curated hiking trails around Yakushi Ski Area, sourced from OpenStreetMap and enriched with distance, elevation gain and difficulty.
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守門湯之谷線
Getting to Yakushi Ski Area
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Niigata Airport (KIJ), 81 km away, about 1h24 by road
Where to stay in Yakushi Ski Area
5 places to stay for a night on 2026-10-09, from 105 EUR per night, median 120 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Yakushi Ski Area page.