Peak Elevation
1,170 m
3,839 ft
Vertical Drop
800 m
2,625 ft
Skiable Area
17 ha
42 ac
Avg Snowfall
1143 cm
450 in
Lifts
7
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama Weather Forecast
About
Yuzawa Kogen, Gala Yuzawa, and Ishiuchi Maruyama are three linked resorts in Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, skied on one ticket and connected by lifts, ropeway, and shuttle. The combined area runs from 256 to 1,181 metres, about 925 metres of vertical, with 48 courses and 33.8 kilometres of marked slopes. Gala Yuzawa has its own winter Shinkansen station beneath the base, putting the snow about 80 minutes from Tokyo.
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Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
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Amenities
Operated by JR East Group, Alpina Resorts, and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski 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Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated.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 Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama have?
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama has 7 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama?
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama has a vertical drop of 2,625 feet (800 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama?
The summit of Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama sits at 3,839 feet (1,170 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama have?
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama has 8 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama?
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama covers 42 acres (17 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama offer night skiing?
No, Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama does not offer night skiing.
Does Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama have snowmaking?
Yes, Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama get each year?
Yuzawa Kogen/Gala Yuzawa/Ishiuchi Maruyama averages around 450 inches (1143 cm) of snowfall per season.