Elevation
882m–1,785m
Ski area
18.6 km
Lifts
14
Nearest airport
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) - 103 km
Schools
0 listed
Naeba at a glance
Common questions
- Travel by Shinkansen from Tokyo to Echigo-Yuzawa Station in about 75 minutes. A 20-minute bus ride from there will take you directly to Naeba resort.
- Yes, the Snow Park area at the base offers ideal conditions for beginners. You will find gentle runs and dedicated learning zones for a comfortable introduction to skiing or snowboarding.
- For challenging terrain, take the Dragondola to Kagura resort. There, you'll find steeper, higher-altitude slopes, excellent off-piste opportunities within the trees, and expert backcountry access.
- The Dragondola is Japan's longest gondola, spanning 5.5km and linking Naeba to Kagura resort. It offers a scenic 20-minute journey with sweeping views over the Niigata mountains.
- While Naeba's season is typical, its connection to Kagura resort extends your options. Kagura is known for one of Japan's longest seasons, often remaining open until late May.
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About Naeba
Naeba is an outdoor ski area in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The available data lists terrain from 882 m to 1785 m elevation, 18.6 km of recorded slopes and 14 lifts.
Naeba resort guide
Naeba is home to Japan's longest gondola, the Dragondola (5.5km), which links it to Kagura resort. Kagura is renowned as one of Japan's snowiest resorts with one of the longest seasons. Naeba is also famous as the venue for the Fuji Rock Festival. It's easily accessible, just 75 minutes from Tokyo via Shinkansen.
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