Less than an hour north of Nagano City, Myoko Kogen boasts a massive annual average snowfall of more than 13m of soft deep powder. It offers everything from beginner runs to steep slopes all without the hassle of long lift lines. It is also a popular area in the summer due to the beautiful lakes surrounding the area. A ski resort since the 1930s (one of the oldest in Japan), Myoko Kogen has retained a traditional village feel unlike many of the more modern resorts in Japan. Add cosy accommodations, great local foods, soothing hot springs, rich local history and easy access to interesting cultural side trips and you have the ideal location to enjoy a total Japan ski experience.
Few ski areas can boast the variety and diversity of Myoko Kogen. There are three major ski areas around the base of the beautiful Mt. Myoko, and two other distinctively different resorts in the immediate area if you are in the mood for something different.