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🇯🇵

Niigata, Japan

Myoko Kogen Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid December

Season dates, 55 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly
Snow Sure

4,265ft

Peak Elevation

2,625ft

Vertical Drop

55

Trails

500"

Annual Snow

Overview

Myoko Kogen is a ski resort in Niigata, Japan, with an elevation range from 1,640ft (500m) to 4,265ft (1300m). The vertical drop is 2,625ft (800m) across 55 trails served by 22 lifts and 600 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Niigata Airport (KIJ), about 120 minutes away by car. Myoko Kogen receives an average of 500 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid December to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Mid DecemberCloses: Late April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

300cm(118in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Myoko Kogen's snowiest peak-season month.

500"

Annual Snowfall

(1270cm)

-4°C

January Avg High

-11°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

500"

annual avg

300
Jan
270
Feb
180
Mar
60
Apr
3
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
30
Nov
200
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

55

Total Trails

22

Lifts

600

Skiable Acres

2,625ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%
Beginner: 17 trails
40%
Intermediate: 22 trails
20%
Advanced: 11 trails
Expert: 6 trails
30%Beginner (17)
40%Intermediate (22)
20%Advanced (11)
10%Expert (6)

Myoko Kogen has 55 trails: 30% green, 40% blue, 20% black, and 10% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Myoko Kogen.

Lift System & Elevation

22

Total Lifts

2,625ft

Vertical Drop

800m

(2,625ft)

Elevation Profile

4,265ft

Peak

1,640ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$42

avg/day

$45
Jan
$45
Feb
$42
Mar
$35
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$42
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($35)

Best Month to Visit Myoko Kogen

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallLow crowdsGreat valuePeak conditions
99
score
300cm
Low
$45/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Myoko Kogen, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 300cm. Crowd levels are low.

Runner-Up

March

180cm snow, low crowds, $42/day.

Best Value

April

$35/day, 60cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

300cm

snowfall

-4°/-11°

high/low °C

crowds

$45

day pass

February

Peak Season

270cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$45

day pass

March

Open

180cm

snowfall

2°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$42

day pass

April

Late Season

60cm

snowfall

9°/2°

high/low °C

crowds

$35

day pass

December

Open

200cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$42

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 Myoko Kogen.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$42

per day

Season Pass

$580

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Myoko Kogen is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Myoko Kogen

Nearest Airport

Niigata Airport (KIJ)

Approx. 120 min drive

Location

Niigata, Japan 🇯🇵

36.8592°N, 138.8452°E

The drive from Niigata Airport to Myoko Kogen takes about 2 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Myoko Kogen open for the season?
Myoko Kogen typically opens in Mid December and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Myoko Kogen?
A day lift pass at Myoko Kogen starts at $42 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Myoko Kogen good for beginners?
Yes, 30% of Myoko Kogen's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Myoko Kogen get per year?
Myoko Kogen receives an average of 500 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.
What is the best month to ski at Myoko Kogen?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Myoko Kogen in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 300cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
1,640 - 4,265ft
Vertical Drop
2,625ft (800m)
Trails
55
Lifts
22
Skiable Acres
600
Annual Snowfall
500" (1270cm)
Season
Mid December - Late April
Day Pass
$42
Nearest Airport
KIJ (120min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprDec

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