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Related articlesYou can enjoy skiing with relatively few restrictions, but the changing rooms are a bit small.
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Date of visit January 2025
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Book in advance, pay in advance and pay less!
Purchasing lift tickets and making rental bookings in advance can get you discounts and make your arrival smoother at the site.
Ski resort data
CoursesCourses
9
LiftsLifts
6
Longest run distanceLongest run
1,600 m
Maximum gradientMaximum
30 °
| Open season | Dec. 28th to Mar. 23rd (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.) |
| Current snow condition | - cm |
| Chance of sunny weather | Dec- % Jan- % Feb- % Mar- % |
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Biwako Valley
Resort features
Biwako Valley is conveniently located just 40 minutes from the Kyoto-Higashi Interchange. The resort boasts nine different courses where you can enjoy the superb view of Lake Biwa. In winter, the view from the Biwako Terrace is breathtaking. Have fun with a variety of snow activities for adults, including sledding, ziplining, and snow tubing.
Snowboarding
Allowed
Hot springs
Natural Hot Spring Hiratopia
All natural snow
Activities
Open season
Dec. 28th to Mar. 23rd (Schedule subject to change depending on snow conditions.)
Opening hours
Weekdays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturdays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Public holidays8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Early morning-
Night ski-
Days closedOpen all season
Operations are subject to change due to weather, inspection hours, etc.
Ropeway: Last ascent: 4:00 PM / Last descent 5:00 PM
Subject to change depending on the snowfall and weather.
Please check the official website for the latest information.
Resort information
| Address | 〒 520-05141547-1 Kido, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture |
| Snow park information | One of the biggest snowparks in the Kansai area! The Biwako Terrace "Café 360" is located here with a magnificent view, and the experience of diving into Lake Biwa is truly breathtaking. The 2-way course designed for everyone is very popular. |
| Kids’ park | Although the sledding and snow play area is not specifically designed for children, it is available for them to use |
| Ski lodge | There is no center house, but there is a service desk (information desk) at the bottom of the mountain (ticket office at the ropeway bottom station) and an information desk at the top of the mountain (summit of Mt. Uchimiyama). |
| Rescue facilities | Ropeway Summit Station |
| Childcare facilities | |
| Restaurants | GRILL DINING & BAR HALUKA / Ekinaka Kitchen / Bird Castle / Terrace Cafe |
| Payment methods | 
 Visa
Mastercard
Diners Club
American Express
JCB
UnionPay card
Prepaid IC Card (PASMO, Suica, etc.)Accepts some barcode payments (Rakuten Pay, PayPay) |
| Activities | Toboggan Kids’ park |
Regular pricing
Official pricing listed by the ski resort
These prices may differ from WAmazing Snow.
Directions & Transportation
〒 520-05141547-1 Kido, Otsu, Shiga Prefecture
Transportation fares are approximate. The actual fare may be different.