• Furano Ski Resort
• Furano is a town of 25,000 people located in the geographical centre of Hokkaido. The town has a distinct culture and feel which appeals to families and more mature skiers and snowboarders. In Furano you can have a real Japanese experience as well as enjoy a world-class ski area before sightseeing and touring around the surrounding areas. The warmth of the locals and the sparkling snow are images you will hold forever.

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• Niseko
• Niseko consists of three resort areas: Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu, Niseko Higashiyama Ski Area and Niseko Annupuri Ski Resort.

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• Rusutsu Resort Hotel and Convention
• Rusutsu Resort is situated in a beautiful natural highland covering 1,700 hectares near the base of Mt. Yotei. In winter it is Hokkaido's premier ski resort with three mountains (East, West and Isola) serviced by four gondolas, seven quads and seven lifts. The ski area, with a total run distance of 42 km including a 3.5 km leg- burner, has 37 beautiful courses. The board park is filled with challenging hits, and the amazing pipe extends to a length of 100m. The night skiing, the restaurants and shopping mall will certainly keep everyone busy during the evening as well.

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• Hakuba
• With twelve ski resorts including Happo, Goryu & Hakuba 47, Iwatake, and more than 200 runs spreading along the 3,000m high ranges of the Japan Alps, Hakuba is one of Japan's largest and most respected world-class winter resorts. With ten metres of seasonal snowfall and a 1,071m vertical rise, Hakuba offers skiers and snowboarders good powder, many exciting trails ideal for the novice through to the expert, terrain parks, and backcountry fields for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. All this makes Hakuba a great location for your next ski holiday.

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• Miyoko Ski Area
• The Myoko Ski Area is made up of nine mountains, Myoko Akakura, lkenotaira Onsen, Myoko Suginohara, Seki Onsen, Kyukarnura, Myoko Ski Park, APA resort Myoko Pine Valley, Madarao Kogen and Tangram Ski Circus, all with their own distinctive features. With great quality powder snow, high level bumps, refreshing long runs and a kid's park for small children, the Myoko Ski Area has something for all skiers.

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• Mt. Naeba Ski Resort
• Comprised of the Naeba and Kagura Areas, total area of 368 hectares with about 50 courses, Mt. Naeba Ski Resort offers skiers and snowboarders a variety of runs guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable experience. Naeba and Kagura are connected by the world's longest gondola "Doragondola" which travels 5.5 km in 15 minutes. The Naeba Area has a wide expanse of open ski fields and a snowboard free ride park. The Naeba Prince Hotel located adjacent to the Naeba Area is a popular destination for those seeking the after-ski night life. Kagura area is a recognized ski field with abundant snow and spectacular scenery.

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• Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort
• Since 1930, Nozawa Onsen has always been at the top of the Japanese skiing scene, and more recently snowboarding has become popular in the area. It was the first place in Japan to install ski lifts and also holds numerous major skiing and snowboarding tournaments each year. Although, the snow resort of Nozawa Onsen offers modern facilities for both skiers and snowboarders, the village of Nozawa Onsen strives to maintain a traditional atmosphere. During the 1988 Nagano Olympics, Nozawa Onsen hosted the Biathlon competitions.

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• Shiga Kogen
• With 21 ski fields, 70 lifts and more than 80 courses, Shiga Kogen is the biggest snow resort in Japan and caters for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. It is located in the Joshinetsu National Park and blessed with powder snow equal to Hokkaido in quality. There is no doubt you will enjoy skiing and unwinding at Shiga Kogen.

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• Alts Bandai
• Alts Bandai, Japan's largest mega ski resort is blessed with quality snow and has a richly varied course layout making it the Mecca for snowboarders. Twice a year, the big names in snowboarding come here for the world class snowboard competitions. From novice to expert, every level of snowboarder can access Alts Bandai, Asia's largest snow park and Japan's most popular snow resort.

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• Appi Kogen Ski Resort
• The highland of Appi Kogen sits adjacent to Towada-Hachimantai National Park in northeast Honshu. Amazing powder covers Appi's entire 828 meter vertical from peak to base. Appi's 21 trails are easily and comfortably accessible by two eight-person gondolas and three high speed, detachable, hooded quad chairs. And you can't beat Appi Kogen's variety: there is everything from bunny slopes to a 5.5 km cruiser to steep and deep! Appi Kogen has received the highest marks from a number of major ski magazines, and continues to be a mecca for skiers and boarders alike.

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• Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
• Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort offers a variety courses for beginners, advanced level skiers and families. The excellent snow quality also attracts skiers from all over the country every year. Zao is also well known for its snow monsters. Due to the particular climate of the area, fine snow and small pieces of ice cling to the fir trees on the mountains producing a spectacular natural work of art. Skiing through the snow monsters during the day and then viewing them illuminated at night is an experience that can only be found here!

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