Ski Information
For Ski Area Users
Starting with the 2018–2019 season, the “Mt. Hakkoda Local Rules” were established by the Hakkoda Mountain Ski Safety Council.
Please note that any injuries or accidents occurring outside the designated management areas may result in search and rescue costs being charged.
All visitors are strongly encouraged to read the rules before skiing and snowboarding.
For more details, please see the following PDF.
※Please note that the document is available in Japanese only.
About Hakkoda Ski Area
Hakkoda Ski Area is based around Tamoyachidake Summit, where the Ropeway Sancho Park Station is located. The ski area features two long courses with a total length of up to 5 km, offering enjoyment for intermediate and advanced skiers alike.
In addition to skiing among the magnificent snow monsters (frost-covered trees), skiers can enjoy breathtaking views of Tsugaru and Shimokita Peninsulas, and even Hokkaido on clear days.
The ski season typically runs from early December to early May, providing a long period for skiing.
※ While Hakkoda is renowned for its exceptional powder snow, visitors are strongly advised to avoid reckless behavior to prevent accidents or getting lost.
COURSE INFORMATION
※ Please note that some data in the images is displayed in Japanese.
SKI & SNOWBOARD COURSES
These courses allow skiers to enjoy Hakkoda’s premium snow while weaving through snow monsters (frost-covered trees) and beech forests. Routes are guided with poles, nets, and signage, and patrols regularly monitor the area. However, both the Direct Course and Forest Course are ungroomed, making them suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers only.
※ For beginners, the nearby Hakkoda Kokusai Ski Area offers many groomed courses.
Direct Course
A dynamic course lined with snow monsters (frost-covered trees), offering an exhilarating ride.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 3.5km | 30° | 11° |
Forest Course
After descending a steep 1 km slope, the course continues through gentle forest terrain, offering a true alpine skiing experience.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 5.0km | 30° | 8° |
Hakkoda Kokusai Ski Area
The adjacent Hakkoda Kokusai Ski Area offers courses such as the Slalom Course, Furiko-zaka Course, and Kansuisawa Course, suitable for beginners to intermediate skiers.
TOUR ROUTES
Tour routes are selected based on Hakkoda’s terrain and snow conditions, offering slopes ideal for backcountry-style skiing.
While these routes provide access to wide-open slopes and forested terrain, they are natural and unmanaged, and may contain hazards such as cornices and crevasses.
Important Notice
- Tour routes are outside the managed ski area.
- No patrols are conducted, and all accidents or rescues are entirely the skier’s responsibility.
- All routes lead to locations different from the main ski area.
- Do not enter alone.
※Each route has a designated opening period.
Miyanomasama Route
Route leading to Sukayu Onsen
Opening period: Typically early March
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 5.0km | 30° | 5° |
| Elevation: 1,324 m → 900 m (424 m vertical drop) | ||
Central Route
Route leading to Sukayu Onsen
Opening period: Typically early March
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 4.0km | 25° | 6° |
| Elevation: 1,324 m → 900 m (424 m vertical drop) | ||
Jogakura Route
Branches from the Central Route and leads to Hotel Jogakura
Opening period: Typically early March
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 4.0km | 20° | 8° |
| Elevation: 1,324 m → 800 m (524 m vertical drop) | ||
Bronze Statue Route
Route leading to Bronze Statue Chaya (currently closed)
Opening period: Typically early April
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 3.6km | 25° | 10° |
| Elevation: 1,324 m → 700 m (624 m vertical drop) | ||
Hakkoda Onsen Route
Route leading to Hakkoda Onsen
Opening period: Typically early April
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 5.3km | 20° | 8° |
| Elevation: 1,324 m → 600 m (724 m vertical drop) | ||
Hokikoba-dai Route
Route leading to Tashiro Plateau
Opening period: Typically early April
| Distance | Slope | |
| Max | Avg. | |
| 6.3km | 25° | 7° |
| Elevation: 1,450 m → 600 m (850 m vertical drop) | ||
※ Miyanomasama, Central, and Jogakura Routes usually open in early March.
※ Bronze Statue, Hakkoda Onsen, and Hokikoba-dai Routes usually open in early April.
RENTAL & LESSONS
Please note that rentals and lessons are not provided at this ski area.
For information on ski and snowboard rentals and ski lessons, please see here.
