JIGATAKE HAPPY SNOW PARK

Resort Overview

Jigatake Snow Resort is located at the southern end of the HAKUBA VALLEY, nestled directly at the foot of the Northern Alps. The ski area is characterized by its broad, gentle slopes, making it an ideal destination for families, beginners, and first-timers.

In fact, the Kids Park features a unique Troika lift; a large sleigh-like device that allows small children and beginners, who may be unable to or might feel uncomfortable riding the standard lifts, to safely and easily access the top of the Chibikko beginner’s slope for skiing, sledding, or other snow activities.

Beyond the traditional snowsports, Jigatake offers a full complement of activities and services such as snowmobile forest tours, tubing, night skiing, fantastic food, a full lineup of rental gear, and more to ensure your time on the slopes is the best it can be!

Slope Guide

Jiigatake Snow Resort is well-suited for kids and beginners with the majority of runs set on moderate to gentle slopes.

Beginner

Echo Slope

The Echo Slope is the resort’s expansive main run and a top choice for beginners. The slope features a gentle gradient and unobstructed views from top to bottom, making it both enjoyable and easily navigable.

Intermediate / Advanced

Raicho Course

The Raicho Course is a fun, fast run that starts off steep but gradually eases into a more moderate gradient further along. These characteristics make it well-suited to hosting badge tests and other certification exams.

Intermediate / Advanced

Rabbit Course

The Rabbit Course starts at the top of the resort and runs all the way to the bottom alongside the 2nd Pair Lift. The first half of the run is wide-open and free of crowds, and the slope maintains a fairly consistent angle throughout its entire length.

Beginner / Intermediate

Kamoshika Course

The Kamoshika Course is the resort’s longest, stretching uninterrupted for an impressive 1,500 meters. The first, steepest portion of the run cruises through quiet stands of trees before transitioning to more open, gentler terrain. Kamoshika is an enjoyable option for beginner and intermediate skiers and boarders, with only the first part of the slope providing a moderate challenge.

Beginner / Intermediate

Poluru Course

NEW! Poluru is a new, shorter distance tree run area perfect for those just starting to venture away from the groomers!

Beginner / Intermediate

Rinkan Course

The Rinkan Course is a fun, winding run through a pleasant forested area that will appeal to beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders who are getting more comfortable on the snow and gaining confidence in their turns. The run itself has been widened, and is now even easier to ski.

Beginner

Debut Slope

The Debut Slope was designed specifically for new skiers and snowboarders. The gentle grade and flat surface allows you to make your way down safely and comfortably.

Kids Park

Chibikko Slope

Activities

We offer a variety of exciting snow activities
in addition to skiing and snowboarding.

SNOWMOBILE FOREST TOUR

Snowmobile Forest Tour

Tour Jigatake’s sidecountry by snowmobile!
Snowmobiles are relatively rare in Japan, especially outside of ski resorts, but this exciting hands-on tour allows you to venture a little deeper into the mountains on a snowmobile - that you drive yourself! They may seem a little intimidating, but in reality these simple machines are operated with just a throttle and brake. Prior to setting out together, the instructor will provide a thorough orientation, so everyone including first-timers are welcome. Come explore and enjoy the fantastic natural landscapes of the Northern Alps!

KIDS PARK

Chibikko Hiroba (Kids Park)

The first thing you notice about Jigatake's Chibikko Slope is how broad it is. This newly-crafted children’s area was designed specifically to be a safe and enjoyable slope for parents and kids to ski or sled together. In addition, last season saw the introduction of a new activity here: Jigatake Snow Tubing! Feel the exhilaration of this 120-meter-long course that banks left and right along its length.

NIGHT SKIING

Night Skiing

Jigatake Snow Resort is open for night skiing weekly on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the season. On these days the slopes are regroomed after daytime operation ends and before night skiing begins, allowing you to enjoy fresh turns on fully-reset corduroy slopes!
The machines that perform this important work are powerful, impressive vehicles, especially when viewed up close. Imagine riding in one. Well, at Jigatake, we give you the chance to do just that. Before night skiing commences, you can experience the thrill of riding shotgun in one of our snow groomers!

SNOW PARK

Jigatake Snow Park

Jigatake’s newly opened Snow Park is a fantastic place for experienced freestylers to have fun showing off their jumps, spins, and tricks, or for newbies to work on building their park skills. Either way, come check it out!

Make your snow mountain debut at Jigatake!

Access Map

By Car

By Train

JR Shinano Omachi Sta. TEL：+81 261-22-0113
JR Hokuriku Shinkansen, Chuo Line, Oito Line
（JR EAST)）
JR Tokaido Shinkansen, Chuo Line (Shin-Osaka to Matsumoto) (JR WEST)
（JR WEST）

By Airplane

Matsumoto Airport
（Matsumoto Airport Website）
FDA (Reservation & Flight information) TEL：+81 570-55-0489
（FDA Website）
Airport Shuttle (Alpico Groupe) TEL：+81 263-32-0910
（Aiport Shuttle Website）
Matsumoto Airport Shuttle Service (Nan-an Taxi) TEL：+81 263-72-2857
（Nan-an Taxi Website）

By Bus

Express Bus Hakuba
（Alpico Group）
Express Bus Nagano Omachi
【Raicho Loner】
＜Summer＞ Nagano-Omachi-Ogisawa Line
（Alpico Group）
＜Winter＞ Nagano-Omachi Line
（Alpico Taxi Omachi Branch）

INQUIRIES

Resort Overview