Nagano, Japan

Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid December

Season dates, 50 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

5,249ft

Peak Elevation

3,412ft

Vertical Drop

Trails

480"

Annual Snow

Overview

Nozawa Onsen is a ski resort in Nagano, Japan, with an elevation range from 1,837ft (560m) to 5,249ft (1600m). The vertical drop is 3,412ft (1040m) across 50 trails served by 20 lifts and 740 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Narita International (NRT), about 210 minutes away by car. Nozawa Onsen receives an average of 480 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

220cm(87in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Nozawa Onsen's snowiest peak-season month.

480"

Annual Snowfall

(1219cm)

-3°C

January Avg High

-10°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

480"

annual avg

220

Jan

200

Feb

140

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

160

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

Total Trails

Lifts

740

Skiable Acres

3,412ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

40%

Beginner: 20 trails

30%

Intermediate: 15 trails

20%

Advanced: 10 trails

Expert: 5 trails

40%Beginner (20)

30%Intermediate (15)

20%Advanced (10)

10%Expert (5)

Nozawa Onsen has 50 trails: 40% green, 30% blue, 20% black, and 10% double-black. With 40% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Nozawa Onsen.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,412ft

Vertical Drop

1,040m

(3,412ft)

Elevation Profile

5,249ft

Peak

1,837ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$47

avg/day

$52

Jan

$52

Feb

$48

Mar

$42

Apr

$38

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

$52

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($38)

Best Month to Visit Nozawa Onsen

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallGreat valuePeak conditions

score

220cm

Moderate

$52/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Nozawa Onsen, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 220cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

160cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$52

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 Nozawa Onsen.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$48

per day

Season Pass

$650

full season

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

Getting to Nozawa Onsen

Nearest Airport

Narita International (NRT)

Approx. 210 min drive

Location

Nagano, Japan 🇯🇵

36.9233°N, 138.6325°E

The drive from Narita International to Nozawa Onsen takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Nozawa Onsen open for the season?

Nozawa Onsen 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 Nozawa Onsen?

A day lift pass at Nozawa Onsen starts at $48 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Nozawa Onsen good for beginners?

Yes, 40% of Nozawa Onsen's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Nozawa Onsen get per year?

Nozawa Onsen receives an average of 480 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Nozawa Onsen?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Nozawa Onsen in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 220cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

Total Trails

Lifts

740

Skiable Acres

3,412ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

40%

Beginner: 20 trails

30%

Intermediate: 15 trails

20%

Advanced: 10 trails

Expert: 5 trails

40%Beginner (20)

30%Intermediate (15)

20%Advanced (10)

10%Expert (5)

Nozawa Onsen has 50 trails: 40% green, 30% blue, 20% black, and 10% double-black. With 40% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Nozawa Onsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Nozawa Onsen open for the season?

Nozawa Onsen 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 Nozawa Onsen?

A day lift pass at Nozawa Onsen starts at $48 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Nozawa Onsen good for beginners?

Yes, 40% of Nozawa Onsen's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Nozawa Onsen get per year?

Nozawa Onsen receives an average of 480 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Nozawa Onsen?