Hakuba Valley
Japan • Nagano
Host of 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, 10 interconnected resorts in Hakuba Valley, legendary Japow powder, Happo-one flagship peak (1,831m), vibrant international community, stunning Japanese Alps scenery
200km
Piste Kilometres
very high
Snow Reliability
¥8,600–¥10,000 / ~€55–€65 (Happo-one, adult, 2025/26)
Day Lift Pass
3.5-4 hours (Shinkansen to Nagano, then bus)
Airport Transfer
Terrain Difficulty
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