Arai Mountain Resort

Boasting some of Japan's heaviest snowfall and one of the largest freeride zones in the country, this snow resort aims to be the ultimate premium mountain resort! Not only can you enjoy the stunning nature of Mt. Ogenashi, but you can also take in the magnificent view of the ocean on clear days. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, there are plenty of other snow activities, such as snow tubing and igloo building, making it a great place to visit with family, friends, or as a couple. Lotte Arai Resort is easily accessible from Tokyo by Shinkansen in just under 2 hours. The on-site hotel has 245 rooms, making it perfect for those looking for a relaxing stay.

Ski resort data

Level

  • 25%Beginner
  • 40%Intermediate
  • 35%Advanced

compacted snow / non compacted snow

  • 16%compacted snow
  • 84%non compacted snow

Resort features

Courses
23
Lifts
8
Longest run distance
5200m
Maximum gradient
46°

Weather / Snow condition

Current snow condition
-cm

Open season

Open season
Dec. 14th to May 11thSubject to change depending on snow conditions
Opening hours
Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturdays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Public holidays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Daytime 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Night ski -

Regular pricing

Hotels
 
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Lift tickets
USD 23~
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Rental items
USD 7~
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Lessons
USD 111~
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Resort information

Address
944-0062 1966 Ryozenji, Myoko-shi, Niigata
Snow park information
Seasonal: Lotte Arai Resort, known for its stable snowfall that allows for consistent skiing until mid-May, will set up a park in the Zendana Area for the spring season.
Kids' park
The snow wonderland Kids' Garden, made possible by the abundant snowfall at Lotte Arai Resort, will be open again this season!
The highly anticipated snow tubing activity, filled with excitement, is set to open soon (subject to snow conditions).
Ski lodge
Village Station (food court, changing rooms, restrooms, ski rental, ticket center, cafés, snow school)
Rescue facilities
First Aid Room (Village Station 2F: slopeside)
Restaurants
  • Gondola Restaurant Village
  • Sky Restaurant ZEN
  • All-day dining The Plate
  • Japanese Restaurant Asahi
  • Steakhouse BECO
  • Myoko Coffee
Payment methods
  • visa
  • master
  • diners
  • amex
  • jcb
  • unionpay
  • iccard
Activities
  • Snow rafting
  • Toboggan
  • First tracks
  • Snowscoot
  • Cross-country
  • Snow tubing
  • Kids’ park
  • Snow strider

Review

2019-01-16
Age 25-29
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  • Snow quality : 4
  • Scenery : 5
  • Services : 5
  • Level of crowds : 5
  • Access : 4
  • Ski resort meals : 5
  • Rental gear : 5
  • Activities : 4
  • Nightlife : 4

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