Course Introduction SKI SLOPES
Panoramic view of the area
Beginner's Course
Intermediate Course
Advanced Course
activity
facility
Please check before you visit
- For safety reasons, only rental sleds from Minakami Kogen Ski Resort are permitted on the slopes. We do not allow sleds brought in from other areas. Rental sleds can only be used on designated slopes. Please check the individual "Activities" skiing areas for details.
- The two Kids Parks have plastic sleds and other equipment available for use with the admission fee. Please refrain from bringing your own equipment; please use the equipment provided within the area. Please be considerate to others when the area is crowded.
Course Introduction
Minakami Quad (1,047m)
Enjoy the spacious long course on the popular four-seater lift! It is also ideal for traveling to the first and second Romance lifts.
⑤Sui-Sui Family Course Beginner
A leisurely course for families!
Take this route back to the hotel!
| maximum slope | 15° |
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| average slope | 6° |
| Run distance | 1,400m |
⑦Dandan Field Course Beginner
A varied course that's safe for even the little ones! You can also go to the day trip ski center.
At the bottom of the course there is a slope attraction that is popular with little kids!
| maximum slope | - |
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| average slope | 6° |
| Run distance | 1,100m |
③Grand Concourse Intermediate
The popular ski slope attraction "Slalom" can be accessed halfway through the "Sui Sui Family Course" and is located here!
| maximum slope | 19° |
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| average slope | 11° |
| Run distance | 550m |
⑥Relaxed Snail Course Intermediate
A connecting course to the "2nd Romance Lift" that allows you to slide straight down from the Grand Concourse
| average slope | 5° |
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| Run distance | 300m |
⑪ Momonga Course advanced
An advanced course with a steep slope at the top and natural banks for fun.
| maximum slope | 34° |
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| average slope | 15° |
| Run distance | 400m |
Romance Lift No. 1 (544m)
The highest point is 1,248m above sea level! Let's ski down from a viewpoint with a spectacular view of the Tanigawa mountain range, Oze, Mt. Asama, and other mountains!
①Top of Minakami Course Intermediate
Enjoy the spectacular view and slowly ski down the slope, turning around next to the advanced "Kumabokkosu Course." From the mid-slope (17-20°), you can enjoy a wide, single run with great carving turns.
| maximum slope | 25° |
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| average slope | 22° |
| Run distance | 950m |
④Axe course Intermediate
After passing the middle slope, the course passes under the lift and exits to the left.
As you make your way through the forest, the hotel will come into view.
| maximum slope | 19° |
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| average slope | 10° |
| Run distance | 650m |
②Bear nesting course advanced
The upper part of the course is ungroomed! It looks like even a bear would collapse! Let's try the natural moguls!
When it snows, you can enjoy the pleasant powder snow that gives you a floating feeling.
| maximum slope | 28° |
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| average slope | 22° |
| Run distance | 400m |
No. 2 Romance Lift (648m)
Enjoy three different courses, including an ungroomed course!
⑧ Kamoshika Course Beginner
The upper part of the course is narrow and has a detour, so ski slowly!
Once you get past that point, the course becomes wider and is always in the best conditions!
The deepest, hidden course is a "downhill course" that is approximately 450 meters long.
| maximum slope | 25° |
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| average slope | 9° |
| Run distance | 1,400m |
9. Monkey Dance Course Intermediate
It's a bumpy course that looks like a monkey jumping around. It's the perfect powder zone when it snows!
| maximum slope | 32° |
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| average slope | 23° |
| Run distance | 300m |
⑩ Bear Course advanced
This is an advanced course with moguls and fresh snow. "Tsuttosu" is a dialect word meaning "push down."
Try the steep slope that makes you feel like you're rolling down!
| maximum slope | 29° |
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| average slope | 21° |
| Run distance | 400m |
No. 3 Romance Lift (427m)
Go around the hotel and head to the back side. This lift also takes you to the Sled Ride course, where you can enjoy a special, advanced sled ride.
⑫ Big Course Beginner
This course is full of fun things to do, like the Minakami local dish "Okkirikomi (with lots of ingredients)"! It's also great for practice. The advanced sleds "Ski Pokkaru" and "Snow Drive" are available on the "Okkirikomi Course."
| maximum slope | 15° |
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| average slope | 8° |
| Run distance | 600m |
Sled Ride Course
Enjoy three evolved sleds: Zipfie, Snow Racer, and Snow Rider!
*The above three types of equipment are available for rental at the rental corner of Minakami Kogen Hotel 200. *You cannot use any equipment other than the above three types (you cannot bring your own equipment).
*Please use the "Okkirikomi Course" for skiing, snowboarding, and snow driving.
Business hours: Mid-January until the 3rd lift closes
| maximum slope | 15° |
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| average slope | 8° |
| Run distance | 500m |
Recommended Courses
Recommended for families!
The "Sui Sui Family Course" has a gentle slope, while the "Dandan Field Course" alternates between wide steep and gentle slopes, totaling 2,500m! This wide course has just the right amount of ups and downs, so you can practice and ski at your own pace.
Recommended for beginners!
The wide, gentle slope allows you to practice at your own pace without worrying about other skiers. The moderate 600m distance allows you to practice getting on and off the lift repeatedly.
Recommended for intermediate level skiers!
The view from the top of the mountain is amazing! After enjoying the spectacular view from the top and skiing back and forth, you can enjoy long turns on the spacious single run.
Recommended for advanced users!
The two completely ungroomed courses are covered in the finest powder snow, and their names come from the Minakami dialect meaning "roll" and "collapse." Take on the challenge of these two challenging courses that even a bear would roll down!
Slope Attractions
Forest Exploration ~Larch~
Take advantage of the natural terrain and glide through the larch forest for a cool ride!
Lift used: Minakami Quad Lift
Location: Top of the Grand Concourse
Planned period: Friday, January 9th, 2026 to Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
Forest Exploration ~Birch~
Take your time and enjoy the sunlight filtering through the birch forest and the scenery!
Lift used: Romance Lift No. 3
Location: Okkirikomi Course
Planned period: Friday, January 9th, 2026 to Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
Challenge Slalom
Kids and beginners can also try it! They can enjoy skiing along with the undulating terrain!
Lift used: Minakami Quad Lift
Location: Top of the Grand Concourse
Planned period: Friday, January 9th, 2026 to Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
Kids Slalom
You can have fun practicing turns by sliding from the left and right of the balloon!
Lift used: Minakami Quad Lift
Location: Lower part of Dandan Field Course
Planned period: Friday, December 19, 2025 to Tuesday, March 31, 2026
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
Do Re Mi Fa Ring Bell
Ring the bell and move forward! You'll hear fun music!
Location: Snow Palette, kids' park in front of the hotel
Planned period: Friday, December 19, 2025 to Tuesday, March 31, 2025
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
Kamoshika Downhill
450m long! Challenge yourself with the continuous waves on this course!
Lift used: Romance Lift No. 2
Location: Kamoshika Course
Planned period: Friday, January 9th, 2026 to Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
*This may change depending on the snow conditions.
