Rusutsu Resort
One of Hokkaido's Largest Single Resorts
About This Resort
Rusutsu Resort is a ski resort in Rusutsu, Hokkaido, Japan.
The mountain has 37 runs and 18 lifts. It drops 994 metres from top to base, and the longest run measures 3.5 km.
That places Rusutsu Resort 2nd of the 88 ski areas in Hokkaido with a published run count, where the median is 5 runs.
The resort has a terrain park and a dedicated family area. It is known for its powder. Snowmaking covers the base runs when natural cover is thin.
The season runs from late November to late March.
Location
Prefecture: Hokkaido
Address: Rusutsu, Hokkaido, Japan
Postal Code: 048-1711
Spoken Languages: Japanese
Season Information
Season: November 28, 2026 - March 31, 2027
Open
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
Rusutsu, Abuta District, Hokkaido
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How do I get to Rusutsu from Niseko or Sapporo?
From Niseko: 30-minute drive or shuttle bus. From Sapporo: about 90 minutes by car or direct bus. The resort offers free shuttle buses from nearby areas during ski season.
What's special about Rusutsu's terrain?
Rusutsu has three mountains (Mt. West, Mt. East, Mt. Isola) with 37 courses. It's famous for excellent tree skiing, long groomed runs, and less crowded slopes compared to Niseko. Great for intermediate to advanced skiers.
Is Rusutsu family-friendly?
Very. The resort has a kids' snow park, family-friendly groomed runs, and an indoor wave pool / sports facility (open in winter as part of the hotel complex). The connected Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention is genuinely ski-in/ski-out from its monorail link to the lifts. Childcare and English-speaking kids' ski lessons can be booked through the resort. Note that the famous outdoor amusement park itself only runs in the green season, in winter only the indoor pool/entertainment facilities are open.
How much does a Rusutsu lift ticket cost?
Adult one-day passes are roughly ¥8,500–9,500 in peak season, with cheaper afternoon and half-day rates and clear per-day discounts on multi-day passes. The Mountain Collective / Ikon Pass partnerships at Rusutsu sometimes give international skiers free or discounted days, worth checking before booking a Niseko-only pass. Children, students and seniors get standard discounts.
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