Hirayu Onsen Ski Area - 平湯温泉スキー場 - Snow Forecast & Ski Maps

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Current Weather for Hirayu Onsen Ski Area

Current Temperature: 20.4°C

Cloudy, feels like 20.1°C

Wind Speed: 13 km/h

Currently: Gentle Breeze

Gusts up to: 9 km/h

Direction: ENE (70°)

Last Updated: 1100hrs, Thu, Sep 18 Local Time More information

Current Weather Conditions

Humidity: 70%

Cloud Cover: 100%

Showers: 0.0 mm

Snowfall: 0.0 cm

Sunrise: 5:34am, Thu, Sep 18, 2025

Sunset: 5:52pm, Thu, Sep 18, 2025

Rain: 0.0 mm

Precipitation: 0.0 mm

Pressure: 846.0 hPa

Updated: Thu Sep 18 10:00am

16 Day Snow Forecast for Hirayu Onsen Ski Area

Variable	Mon Sep 8	Tue Sep 9	Wed Sep 10	Thu Sep 11	Fri Sep 12	Sat Sep 13	Sun Sep 14	Mon Sep 15	Tue Sep 16	Wed Sep 17	Thu Sep 18	Fri Sep 19	Sat Sep 20	Sun Sep 21	Mon Sep 22	Tue Sep 23	Wed Sep 24	Thu Sep 25	Fri Sep 26	Sat Sep 27	Sun Sep 28	Mon Sep 29	Tue Sep 30	Wed Oct 1	Thu Oct 2	Fri Oct 3
Sunrise	05:26	05:27	05:27	05:28	05:29	05:30	05:30	05:31	05:32	05:33	05:34	05:34	05:35	05:36	05:37	05:37	05:38	05:39	Login	Login	Login	Login	Login	Login	Login	Login
Sunset	18:07	18:06	18:04	18:03	18:01	18:00	17:58	17:57	17:55	17:54	17:52	17:51	17:49	17:48	17:46	17:45	17:43	17:42	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Rain Sum (mm)	-	-	2.9	0.1	24.2	105.3	1.0	-	-	-	1.2	1.7	15.0	-	-	1.5	2.1	2.7	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Snowfall Sum (cm)	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Weather Code																			--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Precipitation Sum (mm)	3.2	3.1	8.7	24.6	42.5	116.4	5.2	3.6	0.1	0.6	2.7	7.8	20.2	-	1.3	1.5	2.1	3.3	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Max Temperature (°C)	25	26	23	21	20	20	21	24	26	25	21	17	15	18	15	11	13	16	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Min Temperature (°C)	15	15	16	14	14	17	16	14	15	15	12	12	9	8	9	9	11	11	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Max Wind Gusts (km/h)	8	11	12	9	10	31	9	10	10	10	9	11	52	11	12	11	16	21	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Max Wind Speed (km/h)	8	9	10	7	9	11	9	7	11	11	13	7	12	8	9	6	6	11	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Dominant Wind Direction (°)																			--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Precipitation Probability (%)	36	53	98	88	91	88	71	31	10	71	46	76	75	11	50	50	66	64	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Freezing Level Top 1,797 m Mid 1,556 m Bot 1,314 m

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平湯温泉スキー場

Hirayu Onsen Ski Area

Max Elevation: 1,797 m
Min Elevation: 1,314 m
Ttl Vertical: 483 m

Lift Length: 1,549 m
No. of Lifts: 2

Piste Length:
3,397 m

Beginner : 15% (509m)

Intermediate : 51% (1,749m)

Expert : 34% (1,139m)

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平湯温泉スキー場

Hirayu Onsen Ski Area

Max Elevation: 1,797 m
Min Elevation: 1,314 m
Ttl Vertical: 483 m

Lift Length: 1,549 m
No. of Lifts: 2

Piste Length:
3,397 m

Beginner : 15% (509m)

Intermediate : 51% (1,749m)

Expert : 34% (1,139m)

Overview

Overview by Sknowed.com

2 minute read · Published 6:13 AM JST, Sunday, June 1, 2025

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.

Ski Season Length

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.

Hours of Operation

Business hours are 0800hrs to abt 1600hrs, weather dependant. They are open on weekdays, weekends and national holidays.

Is Night Skiing Available?

There is no night skiing available.

Snow Park

There is no snow park.

Off Piste

Unknown.

Lift Tickets

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).

Cross Country Skiing

Unknown.

Families

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).

Onsen

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.

Cafeteria / Restaraunts

There is one main cafeteria, Ankia. There is more available in the town of HIrayyu.

Rentals

Snowboard and ski rentals are available, including ski and snow wear. There are also sled rentals!

Ski & Snowboard Schools

There is a ski and snowboard school and they are used to beginniners!

Accomodation

Parking

Plenty of free parking and very close to the lifts.

Other Great Things To Do or See

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.