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Elevation
1,340m–2,307m
Ski area
83 km
Lifts
47
Nearest airport
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
Schools
7 listed
Overview
Shiga Kogen at a glance
Common questions
- Shiga Kogen is Japan's largest linked ski area with 21 interconnected resorts, providing diverse terrain across 83 km of piste. You can easily traverse between resorts on a single lift pass.
- Yes, beginners will find excellent conditions with wide, gentle slopes and minimal crowds. Areas like Ichinose Family and Takamagahara are superb options for learning and building confidence.
- Absolutely. Advanced skiers can tackle the demanding Olympic Course at Higashitate or explore high-altitude terrain at Yokoteyama summit, with designated tree skiing areas offering Japan's renowned powder.
- You'll experience a uniquely Japanese ski culture with virtually no international crowds across 21 interconnected resorts. The resort also served as a venue for the 1998 Winter Olympics.
- Yes, the famous snow monkeys bathing in hot springs are conveniently located nearby. It's just a 20-minute journey from the resort to see them.
The mountain
Ski area details
Key stats
Summit2,307m
Base1,340m
Vertical drop (resort)967m
Total Lifts47
Total Slopes83 km
The mountain
Ratings
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Ski schools at Shiga Kogen
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About the resort
About Shiga Kogen
Shiga Kogen is an umbrella ski region in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, comprising 18 constituent ski areas. Okushiga Kogen and the Ichinose areas are retained as component records and should not be added to this regional total.
About the resort
Key facts about Shiga Kogen
Shiga Kogen is an outdoor ski area in Japan. The lifts run between 1,340m and 2,307m, a vertical drop of 967m. 83 km of marked pistes are served by 47 lifts. The nearest airport is Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (MMJ).
Who teaches here
Ski schools and instructors in Shiga Kogen
7 ski schools are listed at Shiga Kogen.
- Canyons Shiga Snowsports School — Ski school.
- RIDE SHIGA — Ski school.
- Shiga International Ski School — Ski school.
- Skiwi Ski School — Ski school.
- Sugiyama Ski & Snowsports School — Ski school.
- Takimoto Snow School — Ski school.
- Y’s snow & Outdoor School — Ski school.
Resort guide
Shiga Kogen resort guide
Shiga Kogen is Japan's largest linked ski area, comprising 21 interconnected resorts accessible on a single lift pass. This expansive area notably served as a venue for the 1998 Winter Olympics.
The resort offers a distinctive experience with virtually no international crowds, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in a uniquely Japanese ski culture. Additionally, the famous snow monkeys bathing in hot springs are a convenient 20-minute journey away.
The inter-resort connections are a significant highlight of skiing at Shiga Kogen. Skiers can effortlessly traverse from one resort to the next, encountering a variety of terrain and scenic transitions throughout the vast network.
Beginners will find excellent conditions across several areas, featuring wide and gentle slopes with minimal crowds.
- Ichinose Family: Offers spacious, mellow terrain, ideal for learning and building confidence.
- Takamagahara: Provides another superb option for first-timers, known for its uncrowded and gentle pistes.
Advanced skiers can explore several challenging options within Shiga Kogen.
- Olympic Course at Higashitate: This former 1998 slalom and giant slalom venue offers exhilarating and demanding runs.
- Yokoteyama summit terrain: Provides additional advanced slopes and unique high-altitude skiing experiences.
- Tree skiing: Adventurous tree skiing opportunities are available in designated areas between the linked resorts, offering a taste of Japan's renowned powder.
- Jigokudani Monkey Park: Be sure to visit the famous snow monkeys bathing in hot springs, located just 20 minutes from the resort.
- 21 resorts on one pass: The single lift pass offers extraordinary value, granting access to all interconnected resorts.
- Navigation: The extensive network of resorts can be confusing; consider hiring a guide for your first day to help with orientation and maximise your time on the slopes.
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Listed ski areas nearby include Nishitateyama (1 km), Ichinose Diamond (1 km), Ichinose Yamanokami (1 km), Ichinose Family Resort (1 km), Takamagahara Mammoth (1 km), and Hoppo Bunadaira (2 km).