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1 Karigahara Ski Resort
Address
170-11-1Katsuyama-shi
Location
Karigahara Ski Resort is easily accessible from the city and other locations. There is ample parking pace directly below the slopes that is open until closing time. The slopes feature numerous ski trails, with plenty of good trails for beginners.
Opening Times
Opening Season Late December-Early March
Tel
0779-88-1616
Access here
Special Features
Karigahara Ski Resort is easily accessible from the city and other locations. There is ample parking pace directly below the slopes that is open until closing time. The slopes feature numerous ski trails, with plenty of good trails for beginners.
2 Ski Jam Katsuyama
Address
170-70Katsuyama-shi
Location
Take a direct bus at the east gate of JR Fukui Station. / About a 45 minute drive from Fukui-Kita IC or Maruoka IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Early April
Tel
0779-87-6109
Learn more
http://www.skijam.jp/index.html
Access here
Special Features
This snow resort, representative for Western Japan, features a maximum skiing distance of 5.8 kilometers and an elevation difference of 710 meters. Offering varied ski trails, it’s great for beginners and seasoned skiers. There’s a full range of ski and snowboard instruction programs, so that even rank beginners can feel at ease. Dining and rest facilities are located in the different areas, including the Resort Center, Fantasy Plaza and Illusion Plaza.
3 Rokuroshi Kogen Ski Resort
Address
169-136 Minami-Rokuroshi, Ohno-shi
Location
From the JR Echizen Ono Station, take a Keifuku bus bound for Rokuroshi and get off at Rokuroshi-Ski-Jo. / About 65 a minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Late March
Tel
0779-67-1201
Learn more
http://www.rokuroshikogen.or.jp/
Access here
Special Features
The “open bahn” extending over the entire ski area is a source of fascination. Offering splendid views of the surrounding hills, these slopes are a hit among groups and families. Snowboarding possible on all slopes, and there’s a park featuring half-pipes, rails and other items. For après-ski, ease tired muscles in the TRON Hot Spring Urara-Kan.
4 Kadohara Ski Resort
Address
33-2-8 Kadohara Shirotani, Ohno-shi
Location
About a 20 minute walk from the JR Kadohara Station. / About a 60 minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Early March
Tel
0779-65-6809
Learn more
http://kore.mitene.or.jp/~jaricon/
Access here
Special Features
Here’s a resort with lots of variety: The lower part of the slopes features a wide area with gentle slopes for beginners, and there’s a 37-degree wall for expert skiers. There’s night-skiing until 10 PM on regular days, and until midnight on the second and fourth weekends (including Fridays) of the month in addition to days prior to national holidays.
5 Fukui-Izumi Ski Resort
Address
27 Asahi-Maezaka, Ohno-shi
Location
About a 90 minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway. / About a 50 minute drive from Shirotori JCT of Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway (via Aburazaka-toge on Chubujukan road).
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Late March
Tel
0779-78-2711
Learn more
Access here
Special Features
A ski resort with lots of possibilities for skiing and snowboarding. There’s also a children’s skiing area and plenty of slopes means fun for the whole family, from beginners to advanced.
6 Shinbo Family Ski Resort
Address
Shinbo,Ikeda-cho,Imadate-gun
Location
About a 30 minute drive from the Takefu Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Mid March
Tel
0778-44-7787
Learn more
Access here
Special Features
A ski resort with a relaxed, playground atmosphere where even small children can enjoy skiing in safety. The center house includes a rental shop and rest house. Gentle slopes are ideal for beginning skiers.
7 DAINOU Sports Ground (cross-country ski resort)
Address
Kami-Dainou, Ohno-shi
Location
About a 20 minute drive from JR Kuzuryuko Station.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Late March
Tel
0779-78-2855
Learn more
http://www.city.ono.fukui.jp/web_ono/data03/45kankou/izumi/sight/inf_ski_cross.html
Access here
Special Features
This is the first cross-country ski resort in the Hokuriku region with a permanent course. Measuring 5 kilometers with a height difference of 75 meters, this course is not only ideal for competitions; it’s perfect for skiing while thrilling to the beauties of the forest. It’s even possible in summer to practice with roller skis, and there are overnight facilities.
8 Kuzuryu Ski Resort
Address
14-3 Kakuno, Ohno-shi
Location
About a 10 minute walk from the JR Kuzuryu Ko Station. / About a 70 minute drive from Fukui IC of Hokuriku Expressway. / About a 30 minute drive from Shirotori JCT of Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway (via Aburazaka-toge on Chubujukan road).
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Late March
Tel
0779-78-2651
Learn more
http://www.city.ono.fukui.jp/web_ono/data03/45kankou/izumi/sight/inf_ski_kuzuryu.html
Access here
Special Features
This resort boasts splendid powder snow conditions and a varied layout. For après-ski, visit the adjoining Park Hotel Kuzuryu where you can enjoy a herbal bath in a large bathing area to ease tired muscles.
9 Imajo 365 Ski Resort
Address
85-36 Itadori, Minamieichizen-cho, Nanjo-gun
Location
About a 20 minute drive from Imajo IC of Hokuriku Expressway.
Opening Times
Opening Season: Late December-Mid March
Tel
0778-45-1115
Learn more
Access here
Special Features
Enjoy a breathtaking view in winter of the Japan Sea and the Hakusan Mountain Range visible on clear days. It’s yours to experience at the Imajou 365 Ski Resort.
