Japan ski resorts open now

No ski area in Japan has opened for 2026/27 yet. The first planned opening is Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti, on 23 Oct (resort announcement).

Open now

No ski area is open yet.

Updated: 19 Oct 2026, 07:55

Opening in the next two weeks

Dates as announced by each resort. They can move with the snow.

Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti 23 Oct · Shizuoka · opens on machine-made snow; Japan's first outdoor opening for the 28th year running
Prince Hotels and Resorts Karuizawa 31 Oct · Nagano · opens on machine-made snow, with two runs and the Snowman Park

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Frequently asked questions

Which ski resorts in Japan are open now?

None yet. The first planned opening is Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti, on 23 Oct.

When does the ski season start in Japan?

The first planned opening is Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti, on 23 Oct (resort announcement).

Can opening dates change?

Yes. Planned dates move when snow is short, and some resorts open with only part of the mountain. This page lists a resort as open only once we have seen it confirmed.

About this page

“Open” means we have seen the resort announce it on its own site or official social accounts. A planned date passing is not enough.
Rows not re-checked for more than seven days show the check date prominently. Always confirm with the resort before you travel.
Snow in the last 48 hours is a weather-model estimate and does not include machine-made snow.

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