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Past News (2023-2024 season)
Lift operation schedule
March 25, 2024
Since the start of March, we have been blessed with snowfall and snow quality comparable to that of February!
As the slope conditions have improved, all lifts will be operating until March 31st.
During the "Final Week" from April 1st to 7th, three lifts will be operating: Minakami Quad, 2nd Romance, and 3rd Romance.
Final Week: 1-day lift ticket 2,000 yen (500 yen for hotel guests)
*Please note that the available ski courses may change depending on the condition of the slopes.
Regarding extension of the operating period for each activity
March 21, 2024
As the slope conditions have improved, we will postpone the opening of all activities.
We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the frequent schedule changes.
The 2024 season will be open until April 7th.
The slope conditions and the operating schedule for each activity are updated regularly on the "information" page.
Please check before visiting.
Snow rafting and dog sledding experience operating period extended
March 8, 2024
We have been blessed with a significant amount of snowfall over the past few days. We will be postponing the following activities, which were previously scheduled for reduced hours.
Please note that the schedule may change depending on future circumstances.
・Snow rafting (night rafting)
・Dog sledding experience Changed period: Until March 17th → Until March 24th
Activity Passport sales have ended
March 2, 2024
Due to the effects of light snow, poor slope conditions are expected, so we will be changing the sales period for the "Activity Passport."
Please note that each activity is scheduled to run until March 17th and March 31st.
Change period: Until March 17th → Until March 2nd (Use until March 3rd)
Snow rafting and dog sledding experience: Reduced operating hours
February 9, 2024
Due to the expected poor conditions in each activity area due to light snow, we will be changing the operating schedule for the following activities.
Please note that the schedule may change depending on future circumstances.
・Snow rafting (night rafting)
・Dog sledding experience: Changed period: Until March 31st → Until March 17th
More and more ski slope attractions coming soon!
January 29, 2024
Come and have fun sliding! The 450m long "Kamoshika Downhill" is now open! "Challenge Slalom" is also now fully open!
Explore the forest as you go! "Forest Exploration - Birch" is now open!
January 27, 2024
Thank you for waiting! Blessed with snowfall, the "Forest Experience" next to the 3rd Romance Lift is finally open! Come enjoy this exciting and popular attraction.
The "SledRide Course" is now open! Activity Passports are now on sale!
January 13, 2024
The "Sled Ride Course" which was postponed due to light snow is now open! The "Snow Activity Passport" which was also postponed will also go on sale!
Sales period: January 9th (Tue ) and 13th (Sun) 2024 to March 16th (Sat) *Available until March 17th (Sun) Sales price: Adults (middle school students and above) 4,800 yen, elementary school students 3,000 yen, infants (3 years and above) 2,400 yen
Sorry for the wait! All lifts are now operational!
January 13, 2024
Starting Saturday, January 13th, the "2nd Romance Lift" will resume operation after being postponed due to light snow!
We regularly update the lift operation status and available ski courses.
Please check before coming.
Long-awaited snow! Romance Lift No. 1 and Kids Park Snowliner now in operation!
January 9, 2024
Thanks to the snowfall the day before, the snow depth reached 80cm! The first Romance Lift, which offers a spectacular view from the summit and an ungroomed area, has also begun operation!
The Snowliner at the kids' park "Kindergarten" has also started operating!
Enjoy the slopes even more! Slope attractions
January 5, 2024
Take the Minakami Quad Lift to the Grand Concourse and Dandan Field Course!
Try out the "Challenge Slalom" and "Kids Slalom" set up along the course!
*Due to light snow, only flags are set up for the "Challenge Slalom." Depending on the amount of snowfall, other "Gende Attractions" will also be open from time to time. Stay tuned!
Free parking! Free baths! "Day Trip Ski Center" now open
December 28, 2023
Free parking and free baths (although not hot springs)!
We also sell lift tickets and kids park tickets, rent skis, and have a restaurant. Opening hours are the New Year holidays and on weekends.
If you are using the Kids Park, please use the free shuttle bus.
*Hotel guests should use the parking lot in front of the hotel. On days when the Day Trip Ski Center is closed, day visitors can also use the parking lot in front of the hotel.
Day trip ski bus reservations now being accepted!
December 19, 2023
No need to worry about snowy roads! Easy ♪ Day trip by bus!
Includes round-trip bus fare from Maebashi/Takasaki Station + 1-day lift ticket!
Plus, it comes with a rental set discount bonus, making it a great deal!
Weekends and holidays from January 6th to March 17th, 2024: Adults 6,500 yen, students 5,500 yen, elementary school students 4,000 yen
We have been awarded the top spot in the annual rankings of the children's outing information site ``Ikoyo'' again this year!
December 5, 2023
Aggregation period: December 1, 2022 to November 30, 2023
Gunma Prefecture General Facility Ranking ★5th★
Ranking of hot springs and public bath facilities in Kanto ★2nd place★
Advance reservations now being accepted!
December 1, 2023
Bookings will begin at 9:00 AM on Friday, December 1st! Be sure to pre-order popular content early!
This winter, the Chikip Dancers are coming to Minakami Kogen Ski Resort!
November 24, 2023
"Hone Chicken" is a bone-in chicken that is a little bit chicken (scared) but full of curiosity.
Unique characters such as "Skip Frog Teacher," the dance teacher who approaches while skipping, show off their dancing skills!
This winter, the Chikip Dancers are coming to Minakami Kogen Ski Resort!
Thank you for your patronage. Regarding the end of the "Pokémon Winter Festival"
November 24, 2023
The "Pokémon Winter Festival at Minakami Kogen Ski Resort," which was held from 2015 to 2023, ended last season. Thank you for your patronage over the years. However, the "two kids' parks," Kindergarten and Snow Palette, will continue to be available this season. We look forward to your visit.
Exclusive benefits for those who book on the official website! Winter accommodation plans now on sale
October 1, 2023
Only the official website's accommodation plans offer discounts on rental sets and activity passes!
Enjoy great deals and stay this winter!
Exclusive to the official website! Winter early bird accommodation plan reservations now open!
September 1, 2023
Reservations for the September advance accommodation plan, available exclusively on the official website of Minakami Kogen Hotel 200, will begin at 9 AM on September 1st!
Book early for the New Year's holiday and popular rooms!
*For the [September Advance Accommodation Plan], a cancellation fee will be charged from 30 days prior to your stay.
Early bird season tickets now on sale!
September 1, 2023
Super discounted early bird season tickets will be on sale from September 1st this season! The early bird discount is valid until Friday, December 21st, 2023!
Adults (junior high school students and above) Regular price: 25,000 yen ➡ Early bird price: 18,000 yen Elementary school students Regular price: 17,000 yen ➡ 10,000 yen
Information about the 2023-24 season
August 31, 2023
Scheduled business hours: December 22, 2023 - April 7, 2024 [Scheduled]
| September 1st | Advance reservations for accommodation plans at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200 begin. Early bird season tickets go on sale. |
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| October 1st | "Minakami Kogen Hotel 200" accommodation plan reservations now open |
| December 1st | Advance reservations now open (ski school, dog sledding, snow rafting, childcare) |
*The Pokémon Winter Festival ended last season.