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Hakuba Night Skiing Guide 2025/2026

Here is the night skiing guide for Hakuba ski resorts.

When will ski resort in HAKUBA VALLEY open for the 2025/2026 snow season?

Ski/Snowboard season in HAKUBA is right around the corner. We are waiting for snow resorts opening day. There is the prior opening dates in the last four years.

When Do Hakuba Ski Resorts Close for the 2025 Season?

How long can you enjoy skiing in Hakuba during the 2024/2025 season? Here’s a breakdown of the expected closing dates for each ski resort in the area. Hakuba Ski Resort Closing Dates The ski resorts in the Hakuba area are scheduled to clos…

Ski Resorts in Hakuba Where You Can Ride the Lift and Ski with Your Pet

Hakuba is a fantastic destination for winter sports enthusiasts. If you want to enjoy the slopes with your furry companion, two ski resorts allow pets on the lifts: Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort and Jii-Gatake Ski Resort. Note: Hakuba S…

Always Prepared: Japanese Readiness for Earthquake Evacuation

Japanese people are always prepared for earthquakes. On January 1, 2024, a significant earthquake occurred in Japan. Japan is a region prone to earthquakes, and we are always prepared for them. Inside our homes, we secure furniture to prev…

Hakuba Valley Day Pass - The Price, Purchase Methods, and Usage

The Hakuba Valley Day Pass grants access to all ski resorts in Hakuba with just one lift ticket. It ranges from a 1-day pass to a 10-day pass, allowing visitors to explore more than one ski resort within a single day. For instance, you cou…

HAKUBA CARD - You can repeatedly recharge lift tickets at the ski resorts in Hakuba

出典:HAKUBA CARD In December 2023, the "Hakuba Card," which allows for repeated recharging of lift tickets at ski resorts in Hakuba Village, was launched. With this card, you can recharge lift tickets for Hakuba Village's ski resorts via …

What is Hamaya and Kumade in Japan

Hamaya / Kumade "Hamaya" and "Kumade" are traditional Japanese talismans. People visit shrines during the New Year and purchase "Hamaya" and "Kumade" for protection and good luck. Hamaya "Hamaya" wards off malevolent forces or 'ma' (evil…

What is displayed during New Year in Japan?

Kadomatsu / Shimenawa / Kagami Mochi In Japan, during the New Year, we decorate with "Kadomatsu," "Shimenawa," and "Kagami Mochi." These New Year decorations are displayed to welcome the Toshigami-sama on New Year's Day. Toshigami-sama is …

What is Daruma in Japan

Daruma is the guardian deity for things like prosperous businesses and successful careers. Let me introduce you to the Daruma in Japan. Where can I buy Daruma? You can purchase Daruma at "Daruma Markets" held nationwide or at specialty Dar…