Perfect for Beginner Skiers! Your Winter Wonderland Adventure Starts Here

For those who seek a more laid-back skiing or snowboarding experience and want to casually enjoy Japan’s snow activities! We’re excited to share some amazing winter experiences perfect for those just starting out with skiing or snowboarding!

Urabandai Ski Resort: Perfect for your child’s ski debut

Ideal for ski debuts! Equipped with a warm indoor practice area

Even for children who quickly say, “It’s so cold!” as soon as they start playing in the snow, there’s no need to worry! An indoor practice area is available for free, where they can practice comfortably in a heated room. Learn how to put on skis or snowboards and safe ways to fall indoors before heading outside to enjoy the slopes! A free Kids’ Room is available. For children ages 1-6, adult supervision required.

• Facility Name: Urabandai Ski Resort
• Address: 1170-5 Obudairayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima
• Access: Transfer at Koriyama Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) to the JR Ban-etsu West Line and get off at Inawashiro Station. Take a local bus bound for Urabandai Kogen for about 40 minutes and get off at the Urabandai Lake Resort bus stop. Then, board a free shuttle bus to Urabandai Ski Resort, which takes about 15 minutes. By car, it takes about 30 minutes from the Inawashiro Bandaikogen Interchange (Ban-etsu Expressway).
• Official Site: https://www.urabandai-ski.jp/?locale=en

EN RESORT Grandeco: Have fun without skiing and enjoy fluffy, powder snow!

Engage in thrilling snow activities at the SNOW ACTIVITY PARK, located adjacent to the hotel!

At the SNOW ACTIVITY PARK, visitors can enjoy a snow rafting ride on the snow. There is also a great value Activity Package that includes a snowmobile rafting experience, admission to the Kids’ Park, and a round-trip ticket for the sightseeing ropeway.

• Facility Name: EN RESORT Grandeco
• Address: 1082 Arasunasawayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima
• Access: Transfer at Koriyama Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) to the JR Ban-etsu West Line and get off at Inawashiro Station. Approximately 40 minutes from Inawashiro Station by free shuttle bus. By car, it takes about 30 minutes from the Inawashiro Bandaikogen Interchange (Ban-etsu Expressway).
• Official Site: https://resort.en-hotel.com/grandeco/snow/

Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain: The long-awaited Kids’ Area opens this season at the giant snow resort!

Children can experience the snow in a playful way as two kids’ areas have been completed!

This season, the long-awaited Kids’ Area opens in the North Area. Enjoy sledding and tubing in two areas: the Fun Area, where beginners can have fun safely and comfortably, and the Challenge Area, where more dynamic activities are available.

• Facility Name: Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain North Area
• Address: 1163 Nekomayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima
• Access: Transfer at Koriyama Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) to the JR Ban-etsu West Line and get off at Inawashiro Station. Approximately 30 minutes from Inawashiro Station by taxi. By car, it takes about 35 minutes from the Inawashiro Bandaikogen Interchange (Tohoku Expressway/Ban-etsu Expressway).
• Official Site: https://www.nekoma.co.jp/

Gold House Meguro: Enjoy smelt fishing, a winter tradition of Lake Hibara amidst stunning scenery

Available for a limited time from November to late March! Enjoy smelt fishing on a warm dome boat

Dash across the frozen surface of Lake Hibara on a snowmobile, and after arriving at the fishing spot while enjoying extraordinary views, enjoy fishing in a warm dome boat. There’s nothing like enjoying freshly cooked smelt that you’ve just caught. Enjoy stunning views and seasonal flavors together.

• Facility Name: Gold House Meguro
• Address: 1172-4 Obudairahara, Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima
• Access: By car, it takes about 25 minutes from the Inawashiro Bandaikogen Interchange (Tohoku Expressway/Ban-etsu Expressway).
• Official Site: https://gmeguro.com/

The charm of the Aizu area lies in its facilities and services that cater to families with children and beginners.
Venture out this winter to create unforgettable memories with family and friends.