Skiing in Iwate Prefecture
Iwate Prefecture is a ski destination in Japan, part of the Japan & East Asia region, with 19 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 254m to 1,325m, giving a vertical range of 1,071m. Across the area there are 116km of prepared pistes. There are 158 runs in total - 69 easy, 52 intermediate, 34 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 53 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 6 gondolas and 44 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include 安比高原スキー場, Appi Kogen Ski Resort, 雫石スキー場, Shizukuishi Ski Resort, Geto Kogen and 八幡平リゾート パノラマスキー場, Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are. The ski season typically runs from December to May.
Ski Resorts in Iwate Prefecture
19 ski resorts in Iwate Prefecture
Geto Kogen
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Hanamaki Namari Onsen (花巻鉛温泉)
Hanamaki Namari Onsen (花巻鉛温泉) Ski Resort Tōhoku - Iwate Japan. Map, location, slopes, homepage
Himekayu (ひめかゆスキー場)
Himekayu (ひめかゆスキー場) is a small ski area in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It has 3.1 km of pistes. The slopes run from 254 m to 483 m, a vertical drop of 229 m.
Hiraniwa Kogen (平庭高原スキー場)
Hiraniwa Kogen Ski Resort 営業時間 コース案内 リフト料金 レンタル料金 20
Iwayama Park Land (岩山パークランドスキー場)
Iwayama Park Land (岩山パークランドスキー場) ski resort in Japan.
Kunimidaira (国見平スキー場)
Kunimidaira is a tiny, local hill in rural Iwate Prefecture that suits only the most niche skiers - those seeking an authentic, low-key Japanese mountain experience or families with very young children learning on gentle terrain. With just 4 km of piste, 261 m of vertical, and 8 runs total, this is
Matsurube (まつるべスノーランド)
Matsurube Ski Resort is located in Iwate Prefecture, Japan.
Morioka Oide (盛岡市立生出スキー場)
Morioka Oide (盛岡市立生出スキー場) Ski Resort Tōhoku - Iwate Japan. Map, location, slopes, homepage
Oshu City Koeji (奥州市営越路スキー場)
Oshu City Koeji (奥州市営越路スキー場) is a small ski area in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It has 1.7 km of pistes. The slopes run from 486 m to 694 m, a vertical drop of 208 m.
八幡平リゾート, Hachimantai Resort Shimokura Ski area
Hachimantai Resort Shimokura Ski area is a ski area in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It has 7.6 km of pistes served by 3 lifts, including 3 chairlifts. The slopes run from 606 m to 1,125 m, a vertical drop of 519 m.
八幡平リゾート パノラマスキー場, Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are
Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are is a ski area in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It has 10 km of pistes served by 4 lifts, including 4 chairlifts. The slopes run from 563 m to 981 m, a vertical drop of 418 m.
八幡平市田山スキー場, Tayama Ski Area (Hachimantai City)
JR花輪線田山駅から近く、リフト2基、全2コースの親しみやすいスキー場です。リフト待ちがほとんどなく、レベルアップを目指している初中級の皆さんに最適。田山の雪山をそのまま楽しんでもらうため、圧雪車
奥中山高原スキー場, Okunakayamakogen Ski Area
Okunakayama Kogen offers a big scale with a total sliding distance of 10,000m across 11 diverse courses for all skill levels. It also features a dedicated kids' area for snow play and learning to ski or snowboard.
安比高原スキー場, Appi Kogen Ski Resort
自然豊かな安比高原・八幡平エリアは、四季折々に楽しめるアクティビティが多数。 アクティブにスポーツを楽しんだり、自然の中でアウトドア体験をしたり、感動の風景に出逢ったり
岩手高原スノーパーク, Iwate Kogen Snow Park
Iwate Kogen Snow Park is a ski resort located in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. It offers season passes and early bird lift tickets for the 2026-2027 season, with the season expected to open in December.
町営湯田スキー場, Choei Yuda Ski Area
Check the 1-100 PowScore and 7-day snow forecast for 町営湯田スキー場, Choei Yuda Ski Area. Stop guessing when to ski and find your perfect powder day on Powday.
網張温泉スキー場, Amihari Onsen Ski Resort
Kyukamura Iwate Amihari Onsen Ski Resort is known for being the highest elevation ski resort in Iwate Prefecture, offering courses for all levels from beginner to advanced. It features a family-friendly kids area and convenient access to hot springs just a minute's walk from the hotel for after-ski relaxation.
赤羽根スキー場, Akabane Ski Resort
赤羽根スキー場, Akabane Ski Resort is a ski resort in Iwate Prefecture, JP. Live conditions and forecasts on boardernews.
雫石スキー場, Shizukuishi Ski Resort
Shizukuishi Ski Resort offers a dynamic ski environment with stunning views of Mt. Iwate, 20 superbly maintained trails including a FIS-certified downhill course, and three terrain parks. Guests can also enjoy traditional hot springs at the conveniently located Prince Hotel.
Iwate Prefecture at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 19 resorts
Total Resorts
19
Total Piste km
125 km
Total Lifts
54
Elevation Range
254–1,325 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
158
Where to start in Iwate Prefecture
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
Best value
- 1.Geto KogenGood
- 2.Hanamaki Namari Onsen (花巻鉛温泉)Good
- 3.Himekayu (ひめかゆスキー場)Good
Top Resorts in Iwate Prefecture
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 安比高原スキー場, Appi Kogen Ski Resort | 31 | 642 | 8 |
| 雫石スキー場, Shizukuishi Ski Resort | 18 | 717 | 8 |
| Geto Kogen | 13 | 422 | 5 |
| 八幡平リゾート パノラマスキー場, Hachimantai Resort Panorama Ski Are | 10 | 418 | 4 |
| 奥中山高原スキー場, Okunakayamakogen Ski Area | 10 | 357 | 5 |
| 岩手高原スノーパーク, Iwate Kogen Snow Park | 9 | 560 | 7 |
| 八幡平リゾート, Hachimantai Resort Shimokura Ski area | 8 | 519 | 3 |
| 網張温泉スキー場, Amihari Onsen Ski Resort | 7 | 562 | 5 |
| Hiraniwa Kogen (平庭高原スキー場) | 6 | 241 | 3 |
| Kunimidaira (国見平スキー場) | 4 | 261 | - |
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Season Calendar - Iwate Prefecture
When each resort is open for skiing
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