Hokkaido, Japan

Rusutsu Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 37 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

3,304ft

Peak Elevation

2,615ft

Vertical Drop

Trails

550"

Annual Snow

Overview

Rusutsu is a ski resort in Hokkaido, Japan, with an elevation range from 689ft (210m) to 3,304ft (1007m). The vertical drop is 2,615ft (797m) across 37 trails served by 18 lifts and 570 skiable acres. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport (CTS), about 100 minutes away by car. Rusutsu receives an average of 550 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

260cm(102in)Heavy

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

550"

Annual Snowfall

(1397cm)

-6°C

January Avg High

-14°C

January Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

550"

annual avg

260

Jan

230

Feb

150

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

190

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

Total Trails

Lifts

570

Skiable Acres

2,615ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 11 trails

40%

Intermediate: 15 trails

22%

Advanced: 8 trails

Expert: 3 trails

30%Beginner (11)

40%Intermediate (15)

22%Advanced (8)

8%Expert (3)

Rusutsu has 37 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 Rusutsu.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

2,615ft

Vertical Drop

797m

(2,615ft)

Elevation Profile

3,304ft

Peak

689ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$54

avg/day

$59

Jan

$59

Feb

$55

Mar

$45

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$49

Nov

$59

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($45)

Best Month to Visit Rusutsu

Top Pick

March

Deep snowfallLow crowdsGreat value

score

150cm

Low

$55/day

March offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Rusutsu, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 150cm. Crowd levels are low.

Runner-Up

January

260cm snow, moderate crowds, $59/day.

Best Value

April

$45/day, 50cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

January

Peak Season

260cm

snowfall

-6°/-14°

high/low °C

crowds

$59

day pass

February

Peak Season

230cm

snowfall

-5°/-13°

high/low °C

crowds

$59

day pass

Best Month

March

Open

150cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

April

Late Season

50cm

snowfall

6°/-1°

high/low °C

crowds

$45

day pass

November

Early Season

50cm

snowfall

2°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$49

day pass

December

Open

190cm

snowfall

-4°/-12°

high/low °C

crowds

$59

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 Rusutsu.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$55

per day

Season Pass

$750

full season

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

Getting to Rusutsu

Nearest Airport

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

Approx. 100 min drive

Location

Hokkaido, Japan 🇯🇵

42.7561°N, 140.5581°E

The drive from New Chitose Airport to Rusutsu takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Rusutsu open for the season?

Rusutsu typically opens in Late November and closes in Early 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 Rusutsu?

A day lift pass at Rusutsu starts at $55 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Rusutsu good for beginners?

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

How much snow does Rusutsu get per year?

Rusutsu receives an average of 550 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Rusutsu?

March is the highest-scoring month to ski at Rusutsu in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 150cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

Total Trails

Lifts

570

Skiable Acres

2,615ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%

Beginner: 11 trails

40%

Intermediate: 15 trails

22%

Advanced: 8 trails

Expert: 3 trails

30%Beginner (11)

40%Intermediate (15)

22%Advanced (8)

8%Expert (3)

Rusutsu has 37 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 Rusutsu.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Rusutsu open for the season?

Rusutsu typically opens in Late November and closes in Early 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 Rusutsu?

A day lift pass at Rusutsu starts at $55 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Rusutsu good for beginners?

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

How much snow does Rusutsu get per year?

Rusutsu receives an average of 550 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.

What is the best month to ski at Rusutsu?

March is the highest-scoring month to ski at Rusutsu in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 150cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.