Nagano, Japan

Hakuba Valley Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid December

Season dates, 137 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

5,249ft

Peak Elevation

2,788ft

Vertical Drop

137

Trails

400"

Annual Snow

Overview

Hakuba Valley is a ski resort in Nagano, Japan, with an elevation range from 2,461ft (750m) to 5,249ft (1600m). The vertical drop is 2,788ft (850m) across 137 trails served by 41 lifts and 2,000 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ), about 60 minutes away by car. Hakuba Valley receives an average of 400 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid December to Early May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Mid DecemberCloses: Early May

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

190cm(75in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Hakuba Valley's snowiest peak-season month.

400"

Annual Snowfall

(1016cm)

-2°C

January Avg High

-9°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 5% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

400"

annual avg

190

Jan

180

Feb

120

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

150

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

137

Total Trails

Lifts

2,000

Skiable Acres

2,788ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 41 trails

40%

Intermediate: 55 trails

22%

Advanced: 30 trails

Expert: 11 trails

30%Beginner (41)

40%Intermediate (55)

22%Advanced (30)

8%Expert (11)

Hakuba Valley has 137 trails: 30% green, 40% blue, 22% black, and 8% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Hakuba Valley.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

2,788ft

Vertical Drop

850m

(2,788ft)

Elevation Profile

5,249ft

Peak

2,461ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$51

avg/day

$58

Jan

$58

Feb

$52

Mar

$45

Apr

$39

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

$55

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($39)

Best Month to Visit Hakuba Valley

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallGreat valuePeak conditions

score

190cm

Moderate

$58/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Hakuba Valley, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 190cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

150cm

snowfall

0°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Hakuba Valley.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$52

per day

Season Pass

$720

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Hakuba Valley

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Hakuba Valley is included on the Hakuba Valley pass.

Getting to Hakuba Valley

Nearest Airport

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)

Approx. 60 min drive

Location

Nagano, Japan 🇯🇵

36.6983°N, 137.8620°E

Hakuba Valley is within an hour's drive of Matsumoto Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Hakuba Valley open for the season?

Hakuba Valley typically opens in Mid December and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Hakuba Valley?

A day lift pass at Hakuba Valley starts at $52 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Hakuba Valley good for beginners?

Yes, 30% of Hakuba Valley's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Hakuba Valley get per year?

Hakuba Valley receives an average of 400 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 5% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Hakuba Valley?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Hakuba Valley in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 190cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

137

Total Trails

Lifts

2,000

Skiable Acres

2,788ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 41 trails

40%

Intermediate: 55 trails

22%

Advanced: 30 trails

Expert: 11 trails

30%Beginner (41)

40%Intermediate (55)

22%Advanced (30)

8%Expert (11)

Hakuba Valley has 137 trails: 30% green, 40% blue, 22% black, and 8% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Hakuba Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Hakuba Valley open for the season?

Hakuba Valley typically opens in Mid December and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Hakuba Valley?

A day lift pass at Hakuba Valley starts at $52 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Hakuba Valley good for beginners?

Yes, 30% of Hakuba Valley's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Hakuba Valley get per year?

Hakuba Valley receives an average of 400 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 5% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Hakuba Valley?