Cupid Valley

With accumulated snowfall of 10 meters or more on average, Cupid Valley delivers exceptional snow quality!
Situated in Joetsu City, where skiing was first introduced to Japan, Cupid Valley is one of the world's heaviest snowfall areas. Overnight snowfall often surpasses 100cm, creating a powder snow paradise. With high-speed lifts ensuring convenient access to the slopes, it's the perfect winter destination.
*During the 2024-2025 season, the No. 2 Quad Lift will be closed due to reconstruction work.

Ski resort data

Level

  • 40%Beginner
  • 40%Intermediate
  • 20%Advanced

compacted snow / non compacted snow

  • 70%compacted snow
  • 30%non compacted snow

Resort features

Courses
12
Lifts
4
Longest run distance
4000m
Maximum gradient
32°

Weather / Snow condition

Current snow condition
-cm
Chance of sunny weather
Dec 22.3%
Jan 13.3%
Feb 18.3%
Mar 31%

Open season

Open season
Dec. 21st to Mar. 23rdSchedule subject to change depending on snow conditions
Opening hours
Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturdays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Public holidays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Daytime -
Night ski -

Regular pricing

Hotels
 
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Lift tickets
USD 3~
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Rental items
USD 4~
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Lessons
USD 33~
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  • * Users will be redirected to an external site (WAmazing Snow)

Resort information

Address
942-0534 4820 Yasuzukaku Sugawa, Joetsu-shi, Niigata Prefecture
Snow park information
The course, featuring a variety of bumps, banks, and waves, is well-managed and safe. Try performing tricks in the freestyle run!
Kids' park
Smile Kids Park (snow escalator, tubing, plastic skis, equipped with free sleds (limited quantity))
Ski lodge
Near the entrance (ski equipment store, rental corner, coin lockers, restaurant, etc.) Center House open from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Rescue facilities
Adjacent to Center House
Restaurants
  • blancneige
Payment methods
  • visa
  • master
  • diners
  • amex
  • jcb
  • unionpay
  • alipay
  • linepay
  • wechatpay
  • iccard
Activities
  • Toboggan
  • Snowscoot
  • Snow tubing
  • Kids’ park
  • CAT tours
  • Snow strider

Review

2019-02-16
Age 30-34
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  • 5
  • 4.1
  • Snow quality : 4
  • Scenery : 3
  • Services : 5
  • Level of crowds : 4
  • Access : 3
  • Ski resort meals : 5
  • Rental gear : 5
  • Activities : 4
  • Nightlife : 4

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