Peak Elevation
1,100 m
3,609 ft
Vertical Drop
550 m
1,805 ft
Skiable Area
100 ha
247.1 ac
Avg Snowfall
889 cm
350 in
Lifts
8
Mt. Kosha Weather Forecast
About
Mt. Kosha is a ski area in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, combining the Yomase Onsen and X-JAM Takaifuji areas under one lift pass. Eight lifts serve about 24 courses over roughly 515 metres of vertical, fed by heavy Japan-Sea snowfall measured in metres. X-JAM Takaifuji runs one of the country's largest terrain parks, and Yomase Onsen hot springs sit at the base for soaking after the lifts close.
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Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
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Operated by Kitashiga Kogen Resort Co., Ltd.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Mt. Kosha have?
Mt. Kosha has 8 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Mt. Kosha?
Mt. Kosha has a vertical drop of 1,805 feet (550 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Mt. Kosha?
The summit of Mt. Kosha sits at 3,609 feet (1,100 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Mt. Kosha have?
Mt. Kosha has 24 marked trails, totaling roughly 18.6 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Mt. Kosha?
Mt. Kosha covers 247.1 acres (100 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Mt. Kosha offer night skiing?
Yes, Mt. Kosha offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does Mt. Kosha have snowmaking?
Yes, Mt. Kosha has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Mt. Kosha get each year?
Mt. Kosha averages around 350 inches (889 cm) of snowfall per season.