MYOKO KOGEN
RESORT INFORMATION
RESORT INFORMATION
One of Japan’s oldest ski areas, Myoko is made up of three distinct resorts, Myoko Akakura, Myoko Suginohara, and Ikenotaira Onsen and is renowned for having some of the best vertical drops and longest runs in the country.
Myoko Kogen is one of Japan’s oldest ski areas and made up of three separate resorts – Myoko Akakura, Myoko Suginohara and Ikenotaira Onsen – and is renowned for some of the best vertical and longest runs Japan has to offer. The linked resorts are centred about Akakura village, where most of the accommodation is situated. Myoko Kogen is also well known for its rich history, culture and traditional Japanese onsens.
| Season | December-April |
| Elevation | 2,454m |
| Park | Available |
Lift passes include a full day of skiing at Akakura Kanko and Akakura Onsen combined, or at Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort.
Myoko Kogen Ski Resort is 4.5hrs from Narita airport. Getting there requires a little bit of extra maneuvering though since taking a bus or the bullet train up to Nagano will need to be followed up with a taxi to your accommodation. Taking a pre-booked private or share taxi from the airport is a good option if you want to avoid the hassle.
Most hotels have a range of restaurants and dining options and if you are looking for a great cultural experience and a short walk through the village you will find a variety of international or local dining bars within walking distance of accommodations.
There’s plenty to do in Myoko Kogen Ski Resort aside from riding the slopes. Why not try your hand at:
Matsumoto Castle
Onsens
Snow Monkey Tours
Fire Festival (Dosojin Matsuri) – January 15