Inawashiro Ski Resort Guide
Inawashiro, Japan
Rated: 2/5 (from 2 ratings)
| Recommended For | Intermediates. |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 20km12 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,200m3,937ft |
| Resort Height | 675m2,215ft |
| Nearest Airport | Sendai |
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Inawashiro
Rather small ski area which is operated by Tokyu. Fancy resort hotel right near the base.
Summary
The Japanese ski resort of Inawashiro is at an altitude of 675m2,215ft, with 20km12 miles of marked runs.
Inawashiro has direct access to 20km12 miles of downhill skiing, with 9 marked pistes, served by a total of 4 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Skiing
Inawashiro offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Inawashiro?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm1in, expected on 10 March.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Inawashiro Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 3km2 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | 9km6 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | 8km5 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 20km12 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 4 | |
Altitudes
Inawashiro Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,200m3,937ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 760m2,493ft |
| Resort Altitude (Inawashiro) | 675m2,215ft |
| Max Vertical | 525m1,722ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers |
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Snowboarding
Limited facilities on offer but boarders allowed on most slopes.
Location and Map
Where is Inawashiro?
This ski resort is in Fukushima, Japan.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Inawashiro is Sendai, 151 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The four ski lifts are able to uplift 5,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Inawashiro open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Inawashiro, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Inawashiro Tourist Office for the latest.
