Kagura Ski Resort

Closed for Season

Yuzawa's Longest Season Resort

820m
Vertical Drop
23
Slopes
19
Lifts
6.0km
Longest Run
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About This Resort

Yuzawa area's highest resort offering the longest ski season in the region, often operating into late May. Connected to Naeba via the Dragondola gondola lift. Famous for spring skiing with spectacular alpine views.

Location

Prefecture: Niigata

Address: Niigata, Japan

Postal Code: 949-6211

Spoken Languages: Japanese

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Season Information

Season: November 23, 2025 - May 25, 2026

Closed for Season

Note: Season dates are predictions and may change. Early and late season (November/December and April/May) may have limited snow coverage. Please check current conditions before planning your trip.

Access

Mikuni, Minamiuonuma, Niigata

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does Kagura's ski season run?

Late November to late May, one of Japan's longest seasons. The top of the mountain reaches around 1,845 m, so reliable snow lasts well into spring. Kagura is one of the few major resorts still operating during Golden Week in early May, when most of Japan has already closed.

How is Kagura connected to Naeba?

The Dragondola (5,481 m, Japan's longest gondola lift) links the Tashiro side of Kagura to Naeba in about 20 minutes. The combined Mt. Naeba pass covers lifts at both resorts. Kagura sits higher and holds spring snow better; Naeba has more lodging, restaurants and evening atmosphere — so a popular pattern is to stay at Naeba and ride over to Kagura for the day.

Is Kagura good for powder skiing?

Yes. Kagura gets heavy natural snowfall and keeps several ungroomed, tree-lined areas open for powder hunting. The high Mitsumata and Kagura sides offer steeper off-piste glades; the Tashiro side has gentler tree runs. Weekdays are noticeably quieter than nearby Naeba — local powder hounds tend to time their visits accordingly.

Where is the main base area for Kagura?

Most visitors enter via the Mitsumata base, where the shuttle bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station drops you off (about 25 minutes). A long ropeway and connecting lifts take you up onto the Kagura plateau. The Tashiro side has its own gondola base and is the entry point from the Naeba/Dragondola direction.

How much does a Kagura lift ticket cost?

Adult one-day passes are roughly ¥6,500–7,500 in peak season for Kagura alone, with discounted half-day, afternoon, and spring-skiing rates. If you also plan to use the Dragondola or ski at Naeba, the combined Mt. Naeba pass (~¥8,500–9,500 adult) is the better buy. Children, students and seniors get standard discounts.

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