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GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort

Name: GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort
Address: Japan, 〒949-6101 Niigata, Minamiuonuma District, Yuzawa, 字茅平１０３９−２
Rating: 4.4

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GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort is a unique and convenient winter sports destination in Niigata Prefecture. What sets GALA Yuzawa apart is its direct accessibility from Tokyo via the Shinkansen (bullet train), allowing visitors to go from city to slopes in as little as 75 minutes—a feature that makes it exceptionally popular among both locals and tourists.

Upon arrival at the resort, you're greeted by the remarkable convenience of stepping off the train and directly into the ski complex, with rental equipment and the gondola just a short walk from the platform. This seamless transition is a significant plus for those eager to maximize their time on the snow.

GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort offers a range of slopes catering to all levels, from beginners to advanced skiers and snowboarders. The resort is known for its quality snow, often receiving generous snowfall, which ensures excellent skiing conditions throughout the season. Besides the slopes, GALA Yuzawa provides various amenities, including restaurants, hot springs, and snow play areas, ensuring a well-rounded and enjoyable winter experience.

Hours:

7:00 AM to 7:15 PM

Closed:

Open daily during the ski season (typically early December to early May)

Available:

Seasonal (Winter)

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Fees:

Adults: 6,500 yen (1-day lift pass)

Children (Elementary school students): 3,000 yen

Phone

+81 25-785-6543

Website

gala.co.jp

The area

Address

Japan, 〒949-6101 Niigata, Minamiuonuma District, Yuzawa, 字茅平１０３９−２

What other travelers are saying about GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort

Went for a day trip from Tokyo during the start-of-spring public holiday. Quite a few trains were nearly complete but could reserve still a place a day in advance. Once at the last stop of Gala, all was very well organised. Bought ski pass in 5 minutes, despite a full train decending just upstairs from the train station. Then ordered online at a kiosk my skis and boots, paid with credit card. Highlighted expert skier but think that related to the settings of the ski bindings, not the skis itself - they were very basic Fischer skis, felt plastic with no stability of edges. Better check for advanced skis if available... Then able to book a cheap locker at another kiosk and drop all stuff and normal shoes. And then take the gondola up, ski sticks you take yourself at exit of top gondola. Very easy all in all! Over 3m of snow, there was a new dump the day before, excellent sun, everything open, the black slopes were not groomed. Very nice for a day!!

Peter Coppens

Mar 23, 2025

If you’re around Tokyo, if you can squeeze it in on your itinerary, please do. This is an amazing place! Winter Wonderland indeed. We went there around February this year. Be prepared with winter clothes. There are rental gears inside, but you can also bring your own. 🤍

Jeorjie Josh Manalaysay

May 30, 2025

Great ski/snowboard resort for beginners to intermediates. Access from Tokyo’s amazing (walk right off the Shinkansen to the resort, pick up your rental gear, then walk to life and go!) Views are beautiful and slopes are not so crowded on weekdays. Try to cafe which is on the edge of the slopes and is a great spot to take a break.

Cuisine Boy

Mar 25, 2025

Lots of fun with family. Rent 2 sledges for a family. We spend 3-4 hours over here. If you wanna play snow. You better rent weather proof suit and rubber boots. Train from Ueno to Gala YUZAWA is convenient and easy. Trip start 8am it takes only 1 hr to arrive at Gala YUZAWA. Buy ticket and equipment rental take around 20-30 mins. Gondola will take around 10-12 mins to get the ski mountain. It’s a good place to visit even though you don’t ski. My kid really like to play here.

Vorapoj Tangjitchutchawal

Apr 16, 2025

A very ideal ski resort that is accessible via Tokyo. If you are looking for a nearby ski experience near Tokyo, this is the place. Can get very crowded on some parts but there are also some places here that are not crowded. All in all a good place and would recommend.