We are getting questions about lift tickets in resorts in and around Yuzawa. Unfortunately there is no one simple answer! We are waiting for news on a new all resort Yuzawa lift pass that will cover all ski areas in the town, and hopefully have good...
Snow Country Instructors aim to have one of the best teams of ski and snowboard coaches in Japan to look after you during your lesson in Yuzawa. We have a diverse team from all over the world who tend to have many years of experience...
We get this question quite a bit as people are planning their winter snow trips to Japan - which is the best ski resort in Yuzawa, or which is the best resort for snowboarding in Yuzawa? Unfortunately this is not such an easy question to answer!...
The consumption tax rise on October 1st 2019 has brought a few price changes around town, so we thought we would update our information on the local rental shops. You can rent ski wear and equipment from some hotels, all resorts, and there are also some...
Many people seem to be starting to plan their winter ski vacation to Japan. Yuzawa is an excellent choice with great access from Tokyo suitable for day trip ski/snowboard breaks or much longer stays, and also has many resorts to explore. If you haven't been...
With the cicadas buzzing outside and the heat of the Japanese summer upon us there is no better time to sit back and contemplate winter! We covered great resorts for beginner skiers so now it is time for those people who are coming to the Yuzawa...
If you are planning your very first winter snow trip to Japan you probably have masses of questions. It may seem daunting, but everything is very easy once you get started. Japan has a huge number of ski resorts and areas to choose from, and...
Our six month winter season here in Yuzawa came to an end on Sunday as the last lift at Kagura rolled to a halt. It has been another good season over here and we would like to say a big thank you to everyone that...
We are enjoying warmer temperatures in Yuzawa at the moment, though Kagura is still going strong for another week or so. Bookings are starting to come in for Winter Season 2019/2020 as some people get an early start on their snow holiday planning. Not everyone has the...
We've posted the dates for Yuzawa Ski Resorts planned openings for Winter 2018/19, and we now have the full list of the resorts further up the valley in Minami Uonuma. For those of you who need a refresher in Snow Country geography Yuzawa resorts would...