Norikura Kogen Onsen Ski Resort Guide
Norikura Kogen Onsen, Japan
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers and Intermediates. |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 21km13 miles |
| Highest Lift | 2,000m6,562ft |
| Resort Height | 1,550m5,085ft |
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Norikura Kogen Onsen
Located in the heart of the central Japan Alps it is quite difficult to get to the famous Norikura outdoor hot spring bath at the base of the mountain. The resort also has a reputation for great cross-country ski trails.
Summary
The Japanese ski resort of Norikura Kogen Onsen is at an altitude of 1,550m5,085ft, with 21km13 miles of marked runs.
Norikura Kogen Onsen has direct access to 21km13 miles of downhill skiing, with 25 marked pistes, served by a total of 13 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,550m5,085ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible.
Skiing
Norikura Kogen Onsen offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Norikura Kogen Onsen?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm1in, expected on 10 March, with around 1cm1in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Ski Area Stats
Norikura Kogen Onsen Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 6 | 3km2 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 12 | 9km6 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 7 | 9km6 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 21km13 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 13 | |
Altitudes
Norikura Kogen Onsen Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,000m6,562ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,550m5,085ft |
| Resort Altitude (Norikura Kogen Onsen) | 1,550m5,085ft |
| Max Vertical | 450m1,476ft |
Norikura Kogen Onsen Overview
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Norikura Kogen Onsen is 5km3 miles long.
Snowboarding
Boarding allowed on all slopes and races staged.
Location and Map
Where is Norikura Kogen Onsen?
This ski resort is in Gifu, Japan.
Map
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How to get there
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 13 ski lifts are able to uplift 19,200 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Norikura Kogen Onsen open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
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 Norikura Kogen Onsen, 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 Norikura Kogen Onsen Tourist Office for the latest.
