Tsugaike Kogen is a 15 minute drive or so from Hakuba station. Located in Otari, Tsugaike is big and open and favorite place for beginning ski and snowboarders to take lessons
and improve their skills. Tsugaike is also a popular place for backcountry tours because of the easy access from the top lifts of Tsugaike to the top peaks and ridges of the Alps.
Tsugaike Kogen Website
ADULT 4500
CHILD 3000
HALF DAY 3500
SEASON PASS 50000 (30000 yen before December 20)
Hakuba Goryu-Toomi Lift Tickets & Info
Tsugaike is a popular place for beginners to learn how to ski or snowboard; with long gentle slopes and comfortable resort facilites, all ages seem to feel most comfortable here. Goryu has a ski & snowboard school, check with their website for more information. For English ski and snowboard lessons, check with Evergreen Outdoor Center.
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