June 1, 2025
Overview of Hirayu Onsen Ski Area ski resort including lifts, pistes, elevation, terrain breakdown, and on-mountain layout. Explore resort stats, trail difficulty, and key information for planning your ski trip.
Nestled in the serene mountains on the eastern side of Takayama, Gifu, this quaint ski resort offers a unique and peaceful escape. Ideal for those seeking an authentic taste of Japan, it’s perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a secluded getaway. While modest in size with just two lifts and two pistes, its charm lies in its intimacy and tranquility.
Located only a short drive from the renowned Hirayu Onsen resort, visitors can enhance their trip by unwinding in open-air hot springs, experiencing traditional Japanese hospitality with futons, and staying overnight in classic Ryokan accommodations. This hidden gem is an excellent choice for a quiet and culturally rich skiing experience.
Hirayu Onsen Ski Area is normally open from mid December to late March.
The mountain was open from Dec 25th, 2023 to Mar 31, 2024.
Business hours are 0800hrs to abt 1600hrs, weather dependant. They are open on weekdays, weekends and national holidays.
There is no night skiing available.
There is no snow park.
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A full day pass on the weekend is Yen 3,900 (2024/25 season). Weekdays are cheaper at Yen 3,300/ day. Kids are Yen 2,200. You can also buy a half day ticket or just pay per lift (Yen 300/lift).
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It looks like a great hill to learn how to ski. Not at all large enough to attract too many crowds from Tokyo. There is a sledding section and the hill rents sleds for Yen 500 (2024/25).
Yes, just as the name implies, there are onsens. Check out HIRAYU NO MORI . Keep your lift ticket as you can also use it for the onsen.
There is one main cafeteria, Ankia. There is more available in the town of HIrayyu.
Snowboard and ski rentals are available, including ski and snow wear. There are also sled rentals!
There is a ski and snowboard school and they are used to beginniners!
Plenty of free parking and very close to the lifts.
Sledding can be enjoyed in the family area at the base of the mountain. You also do not need skis or a snowboard to ride the chair lifts. There is plenty of onsen to choose from in the neighboring village of Hirayu.
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