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Furano Ski Area

Furano Ski Area Furano Ski Area is the most famous ski area in the Central Hokkaido area. Furano has hosted 10 Ski World Cups as well as a Snowboard World Cup. Furano ranks amongst one of Hokkaido's most popular and renowned ski areas.


Furano Ski Area Map Click here.

Furano has 12 lifts including a 3km 6 person gondola and a 2.4km cable car which is the fastest lift in Japan, carry 101 skiers up the hill in 5 minutes at 10m/ second.

With 22 courses, long groomers for guests to cruise on, some steep courses with no grooming and a wide variety of courses to suit all levels from beginners to low advanced riders.

All off-piste terrain is out-of-bounds in Furano. Tree skiing is not permitted in Furano. This is a safety policy and is due to the policies of the National Parks and the ski area operator.

Furano Ski Area Resort Information
  • Vertical Rise: 958m
  • Elevation: 1209m
  • Number of Trails : 25
  • Number of Lifts : 10
  • Longest Run : 4km
  • Lift capacity : 15,600 passengers per hour
  • Terrain Park/Pipe :
    Half pipe (Tool required) Board cross course & Straight jump table
    (Mid. Jan.~the end of Mar.)
  • Average snow depth : 2.5m
  • Furano Zone Approx. Opening date : November 22th
  • Furano Zone Approx. Closing date : May 5th
  • Kitanomine Zone Approx. Opening date : December 15th
  • Kitanomine Zone Approx. Closing date : Last weekend of Mar
  • Beginner lift % : 40
  • Intermediate % : 40
  • Advanced % : 20
  • Expert % : N/A
  • Night Skiing : Available on both zones until 9pm daily
  • Nearest Airport : Asahikawa
  • Nearest City : Asahikawa
  • Nearest Train Station : Furano JR Station
  • Best way to access Resort : Bus from Asahikawa Airport; 50 minutes. Bus from New Chitose Airport; 3hrs
  • Car parking facilities/Charge? : Free car parking available
  • On Mountain facilities : 4 restaurants, and many cafes and bars close to the ski area
  • Accommodation : 6 Hotels, 30 B&Bs and Pensions, 10 Japanese style lodges, 1 Backpackers
  • Town Population : 26,000 residents throughout the year
  • Ski Area to downtown : 1.5km
  • Furano Zone to Kitanomine Zone : 3km
  • Furano Zone to Downtown : 4.5km
Ski & Snowboard Rental Extensive rental is available at the base of both sides of the ski area, at the New Furano Prince Hotel, and in some shops in Kitanomine.
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Ski School There are two ski schools in Furano. Furano Prince Hotel Ski School is located in the Furano Zone. Furano Ski School is located at the base of the Kitanomine Zone. Both schools offer excellent service and lessons for all ages, abilities and nationalities.
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On Mountain dining & Facilities

2 Ramen noodle shops 2 Chinese restaurant 1 European style restaurant & cafe1 Bakery (below the New Furano Prince Hotel) Further restaurant & cafe choices in the Prince Hotels, in Ningle Terrace, & around the Kitanomine pension area.
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Lift ticket prices One-day Ski Pass Rack Rates : Adults 4,200 JPY Children 3,200 JPY
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