Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Ski Resort

イケノダイラオンセンスキージョウ

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A premier ski resort with Japan's top-class expansive slopes and a longest run of 3km. Enjoy superb accessibility and diverse terrain suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers.

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HighlightsExpansive slopes boasting some of Japan's widest course widths
Long courses offering a maximum run of 3km
Gentle slopes perfect for beginners and families
Advanced skiers and snowboarders can revel in tree runs and a park with diverse features
Outstanding accessibility, just a 4-minute drive from Myoko Kogen IC

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Address: 2457-1 Ikenotaira Onsen, Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Niigata

Access: Car: Approximately 4 minutes from Myoko Kogen Interchange on the Joshinetsu Expressway. Parking is free all day, with capacity for 1,000 cars on the Kayaba Slope side and 200 cars on the Alpen Blick Slope side. Please be aware that slopes near the resort are often compacted with snow, so caution is advised. Public Transportation: Approximately 4km west of Myoko-Kogen Station, served by the Echigo Tokimeki Railway Myoko Haneuma Line and Shinano Railway Kita-Shinano Line. A free shuttle bus is available from Myoko-Kogen Station, connecting the ski resort with Myoko-Kogen Station, Alpen Blick Spa, Hotel Alpen Blick, and circulating within the Ikenotaira area. Additionally, the Mt. Myoko Shuttle Bus and Myoko City Bus (Buratto Myoko Sanroku Loop Bus) provide transportation to surrounding ski resorts and Myoko-Kogen Station. During peak season, the Keinan Bus "Myoko Kogen Liner" operates direct services from Joetsu-Myoko Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Show route

Op.Hours: Monday - Thursday, Saturday, Sunday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM *Please note that operating hours can change based on the ski season, MTB park operation period, and weather conditions. Always check the official website for the latest updates.

Cld.Days: Fridays *Often open daily during the ski season. For specific dates and hours, please check the official website.

Fee: Lift tickets offer unique discount systems, such as a second-day discount, and early bird season passes are also available. For the latest prices and details, please check the official website.

INFO: Parking is free every day (1,000 spaces on the Kayaba slope side, 200 spaces on the Alpenblick slope side). A complimentary shuttle bus from Myoko Kogen Station is also available. Restaurants can get crowded on weekends and holidays, and the system for some facilities might be a bit confusing. As this is an older facility, don't expect modern toilet amenities. The road from the interchange to the ski resort has few steep slopes, making it easily accessible even for 2WD vehicles equipped with studless tires. There are limited lift ticket counters, so you might experience a wait in the mornings, but payment by card or e-money is accepted. Hotel Alpenblick, adjacent to the slopes, may be fully booked for school trips from mid-January to February. The local beer factory restaurant 'Tatra-kan' has limited public operating days and requires reservations. The adjacent day-trip hot spring facility 'Alpenblick Spa' is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM during the ski resort's operating season, with no closing days.

HP: https://www.alpenblick-resort.com/snowresort23-24

Overview

Nestled in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture, Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Ski Resort is a historic ski destination established in 1927, forming the core of the ALPEN BLICK Resort. Leveraging the vast natural terrain at the base of Mt. Myoko, the resort offers 15 diverse courses, catering to all skill levels from beginner to expert. A standout feature is the Kayaba Slope, boasting an impressive maximum width of 400 meters. The resort is especially welcoming for families with young children and first-time skiers/snowboarders, thanks to its abundance of gentle slopes. The longest run stretches for 3km, offering a satisfying and exhilarating experience. Imagine cruising down, surrounded by stunning views of Lake Nojiri – a truly refreshing experience. While once renowned for one of Japan's largest and highest-quality parks, it has since relocated to become the 'Alpen Blick Park,' continuing to thrill snowboarders with a wide array of features. Newly established tree run courses also make it a paradise for advanced skiers seeking untouched powder. Accessibility is a major highlight, with the resort located just about 4 minutes from the Myoko Kogen Interchange on the Joshinetsu Expressway. A convenient free shuttle bus service also makes arrival by public transportation a breeze. The resort experience extends beyond the slopes, with the adjacent Hotel Alpen Blick and the 'Alpen Blick Spa' day-trip hot spring facility, ensuring your après-ski is as enjoyable as your time on the mountain. Though some facilities may be older, the exceptional hospitality, including the attentive and courteous staff, explains why so many guests return year after year. The resort continues to evolve, having changed its name to 'Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Ski Resort' for the 2021-2022 season.

Ikenotaira Onsen Alpen Blick Ski Resort

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