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

🟢 20% Beginner 🔵 50% Intermediate ⚫ 30% Advanced

Best For

intermediate advanced powder off-piste scenic

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