It was a season plagued by bushes due to lack of snow, but luckily, we happened to be there on a weekend when a lot of snow fell in March. The fluffy, floating feeling that could be called Appi's powder was the best of the season, or rather, the only time we experienced it. Even in a season with little snow, Appi Kogen Ski Resort is a place where you can experience the best powder if the timing is right. Even if there's no snow, you can enjoy freshly baked bread and delicious soups from a bakery that's just a few minutes away by free shuttle bus from the Center House!

Date of visit March 2024

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Address

〒 028-7395 Appi Kogen, Hachimantai-shi, Iwate Prefecture

Rail pass

JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area)

This pass allows you to use any number of conventional and Shinkansen lines in Kanto and Tohoku regions for five consecutive days.

Adult:

USD191.19~

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Appi Kogen has 21 slopes spread out over a vast terrain, complete with exceptional snow! The thrill of skiing on groomed trails and the amazing feeling of gliding over powder runs are unequaled. Appi Kogen is located at 40 degrees north latitude, known for its ideal natural conditions and north-facing slopes that maintain consistently excellent snow throughout the season. The 5.5-kilometer downhill run from the top is even suitable for beginners. On snowy days, take on long powder runs, and when the snow settles, challenge yourself with an exciting, roughly 2-kilometer-long ungroomed trail with endless natural moguls! The Nishimori and Sailer areas have tree runs, so you can enjoy Appi Kogen's excellent powder snow.

Hot springs

Appi Onsen Shirakaba-no-Yu

Recommended for families

Multilingual ski school

Long course

Activities

Night skiing / early morning skiing

Chance of sunny weather

Dec

35.5 %

Jan

26.4 %

Feb

28.0 %

Mar

40.5 %

Current snow condition

Business hours/season

Opening hours

Weekdays：8:30am-5:00pm

Saturdays：8:30am - 8:00pm

Public holidays：8:30am - 8:00pm

Early morning：-

Night ski：4:00pm-8:00pm

Night skiing: Every Saturday, Sunday, and on specific dates (December 29 to January 2, January 12, February 11, February 16, February 23, and March 20) *Information is subject to change. Please check the official website for the latest information and details.

Days closed：None

Subject to change depending on the snowfall and weather. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Open season

Dec. 6th to May 6th (Schedule is subject to change depending on snow conditions.)

Resort information

Address

〒 028-7395Appi Kogen, Hachimantai-shi, Iwate Prefecture

Snowboarding

Allowed

Snow park information

Appi Snowpark

Kids’ park

Sledding area

Ski lodge

The Appi Resort Center is located at the base of the ski area and features shops, lift pass counters, an information desk, ski schools, rental shops, changing rooms, lockers, restaurants, and nursing rooms. Connected by a passageway is the Appi Plaza, which houses a food court and the Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School.

Rescue facilities

Appi Resort Center 1F Patrol Office

Childcare facilities

Restaurants

Indian Cuisine Pashupati / Inside Appi Plaza Food Court / Udon & Morioka Reimen Tsuruta-ya / Inside Appi Plaza Food Court / Pizza-La Express / Inside Appi Plaza Food Court / Ramen Umeiya / Inside Appi Plaza Food Court / Coffee Specialty Shop West Coffee Stand / Inside Appi Resort Center / Café & Bar Little Rabbit / Inside Appi Resort Center / Takoyaki Rurero / Inside Appi Resort Center / Crepe Cuu Cafe / Inside Appi Resort Center

Payment methods

Visa

Mastercard

Diners Club

American Express JCB

JCB

UnionPay card Alipay

Alipay

LINE Pay

WeChat Pay

Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.)

Some stores do not accept QR code and IC card payments

Activities

Toboggan First tracks Snowscoot CAT tours

Regular pricing

Official pricing listed by the ski resort
These prices may differ from WAmazing Snow.

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Appi Kogen Snow Mountain Resort

2 people 1 nights

Hotel+lift pass packages

USD 143.70~

Early Season December 6, 2025 (Saturday) to December 19, 2025 (Friday)	Adult	USD 28.68
	Child	USD 0.00
1-Day Lift Pass	Adult	USD 60.54
1-Day Lift Pass	Child	USD 0.00
2-Day Lift Pass Valid for 2 consecutive days after passing through the gate.	Adult	USD 117.90
	Child	USD 0.00
3-Day Lift Pass Valid for 3 consecutive days after passing through the gate.	Adult	USD 175.26
	Child	USD 0.00
Spring Season March 23, 2026 (Monday) to May 6, 2026 (Wednesday; Public Holiday)	Adult	USD 28.68
	Child	USD 0.00
Night Skiing Pass Valid only on night skiing days; 4:00pm-8:00pm	Adult	USD 25.49

Ski set: skis, boots, poles (1 day)	Adult	USD 44.61
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (1 day)	Child	USD 28.68
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (2 days)	Adult	USD 89.22
Ski set: skis, boots, poles (2 days)	Child	USD 57.36
Ski wear (1 day)	Adult	USD 38.24
Ski wear (1 day)	Child	USD 25.49
Ski wear (2 days)	Adult	USD 76.48
Ski wear (2 days)	Child	USD 50.98

Snowboard set: snowboard, boots (1 day)	Adult	USD 44.61
Snowboard set: snowboard, boots (1 day)	Child	USD 28.68
Snowboard set: snowboard, boots (2 days)	Adult	USD 89.22
Snowboard set: snowboard, boots (2 days)	Child	USD 57.36
Snowboard wear (1 day)	Adult	USD 38.24
Snowboard wear (1 day)	Child	USD 25.49
Snowboard wear (2 days)	Adult	USD 76.48
Snowboard wear (2 days)	Child	USD 50.98

Helmet (1 day)	Adult	USD 9.56
Helmet (1 day)	Child	USD 6.37
Helmet (2 days)	Adult	USD 19.12
Helmet (2 days)	Child	USD 12.75

Half-Day General Group Lesson (English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 5,000 applies	2h	USD 127.46
Full-Day General Group Lesson (English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 5,000 applies	4h	USD 159.33
Half-Day General Private Lesson (1-5 People / English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	2h	USD 382.38
Half-Day General Private Lesson (1-5 People / English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	3h	USD 446.11
Full-Day General Private Lesson (1-5 People / English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 477.98
Full-Day General Private Lesson (1-5 People / English, Chinese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	6h	USD 541.71
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Half-Day Group Lesson (English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 5,000 applies.	2h	USD 127.46
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Full-Day Group Lesson (English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 5,000 applies	4h	USD 159.33
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Half-Day Private Lesson (1 Person / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 13,000 applies	2h	USD 299.53
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Half-Day Private Lesson (2 People / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 13,000 applies	2h	USD 344.14
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Half-Day Private Lesson (3 People / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 13,000 applies	2h	USD 388.75
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Full-Day Private Lesson (1 Person / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 382.38
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Full-Day Private Lesson (2 People / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 446.11
Crayon Shin-chan Kids' School: Full-Day Private Lesson (3 People / English, Chinese) For ages 3-9 / Price includes skis, boots, and helmet rentals / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 509.84
Half-Day General Group Lesson (Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 3,000 applies	2h	USD 63.73
Full-Day General Group Lesson (Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 2,000 applies	4h	USD 95.60
Half-Day General Private Lesson (1-2 People / Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	2h	USD 254.92
Half-Day General Private Lesson (3-5 People / Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Morning and afternoon lessons available / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	2h	USD 318.65
Full-Day General Private Lesson (1-2 People / Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 318.65
Full-Day General Private Lesson (3-5 People / Japanese) For ages 7 and above / Full-day lessons / On specific dates, an additional JPY 10,000 applies	4h	USD 382.38

Appi Kogen Snow Mountain Resort

Open season

Hachimantai Mountain Hotel

Appi, Geto, Shizukuishi

Appi Kogen Snow Mountain Resort 55 minutes by shuttle bus

1-Day Multi-Resort Lift Pass

Ski rental

Snowboard rental

Other rental items

Ski lessons

Snowboard lessons

Appi Kogen Snow Mountain Resort
55 minutes by shuttle bus