Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Guide
Nozawa Onsen, Japan
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 31km |
| Highest Lift | 1,650m |
| Resort Height | 565m |
| Nearest Airport | Niigata |
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Nozawa Onsen
The Japanese ski resort of Nozawa Onsen is at an altitude of 565m, with 31km of marked runs.
Summary
Nozawa Onsen has direct access to 31km of downhill skiing, with 20 marked pistes, served by a total of 27 ski lifts.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Nozawa Onsen is highly rated by Snowboarders and there is a Snow Park in Nozawa Onsen.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Nozawa Onsen is 10km long and the most difficult run is the 'The Challenge Wall'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Nozawa Onsen?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Nozawa Onsen.
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Ski Area Stats
Nozawa Onsen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 8 | 6km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | 18km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 30km |
| Downhill Total Length | 31km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 27 | |
Altitudes
Nozawa Onsen Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,650m |
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| Lowest Piste | 565m |
| Resort Altitude (Nozawa Onsen) | 565m |
| Max Vertical | 1,085m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Nozawa Onsen?
This ski resort is in Nagano, Japan.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Nozawa Onsen is Niigata, 162 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 27 ski lifts are able to uplift 41,510 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Nozawa Onsen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Nozawa Onsen, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Nozawa Onsen Tourist Office for the latest.
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