Seki Onsen Ski Resort (Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture)/Vol.22

Japan’s oldest ski resort! Top class ski resort with heavy snowfall

◆Operating period: December 20 – May 6, 2025 (tentative)

1.Features of slopes and courses

Approximately 20 minutes by car from the Myoko Kogen IC or Nakago IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway. Seki Onsen Ski Resort is located 900~1200 meters above sea level, adjacent to Seki Onsen in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture, and is the oldest ski resort in Japan.

Located in one of the heaviest snowfall areas in Japan, this ski resort offers deep snow powder runs. It is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders from all over the world who come to enjoy the high quality powder snow.

From Seki Onsen Ski Resort official website

Although the slopes are compact, the abundant terrain makes for a course layout that will keep you busy (30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced). The courses are mainly medium to steep slopes, offering thrilling skiing.

The “Silver Fan Course” for advanced skiers is not pressure snowed at all so that they can enjoy the best slope and good quality powder snow in the Myoko mountain range. Also, in spring, a portion of the course becomes a mogul course-like burn, making it an unforgettable course for advanced skiers.

The deep powder snow is popular, and there is a full range of activities for those who want to enjoy the snowy mountains to the fullest, including a half pipe for snowboards and a jump platform. Powder board test rides are also available. Why not experience the power of a powder board in a place with heavy snowfall?

After working up a sweat, you can take a day trip to the 100% spring-fed Seki Onsen or Tsubame Onsen hot springs. We recommend this ski resort for those who want to enjoy both skiing and hot springs.

You can also read about it in the Myoko and Onsen section of “Ella and Jimi’s Joetsu-Myoko Machiaruki,” a popular corner in Snow Country Journey. Please take a look.

Related Articles：Machiaruki Myoko, Onsen (Hot Springs)

【Video】 Introduction of Joetsu & Myoko Ski Resorts “Seki Onsen Ski Resort”.

2.Date

■Address: Seki Onsen, Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture
■Operating period: December 20 – May 6, 2025
■Hours of operation: 9:00-16:20
■Fees: Lift 1-day pass Adult 4000 yen / Child 3000 yen
　　　　 Afternoon lift ticket (from 12:00): Adult 3200 yen / Child 2200 yen
　　　　 Single lift ticket Adult 500 yen / Child 300 yen
■Rental fee: 5000 yen for a snowboard set
*When using a car navigation system, please set it to “Seki Onsen Ski Resort” via “Sekiyama Shrine” because the route will be guided by a route closed to traffic in winter.