What other travelers are saying about Geto Kogen Ski Resort
I spent one day snowboarding here in late December. Overall, it was a fun experience, but there are a few things to note. Renting a snow suit cost about SGD 90, and the gondola pass was around SGD 50 for 5 hours, which is the minimum rental time.
I would strongly recommend bringing your own food, as the food court queues were extremely long. Also, take note that the last food order is at 3:00 pm, and the last gondola ride is around 4:30 pm. After that, the area closes for a while before reopening for night skiing. You can top up SGD 20 if you have rented a snowboard equipment and want to change to a ski equipment.
There is a hot spring area inside this ski resort if you are interested.
Plan your timing and meals in advance to make the most of your day.
Geto Kogen Ski Resort in Iwate Prefecture receives abundant natural snowfall averaging 10+ meters annually, providing excellent powder snow conditions from December through May. The resort is known for its deep snow base and consistent winter weather patterns in northern Japan.
From Tokyo, take the JR Tohoku Shinkansen to Kitakami Station (2.5 hours), then a shuttle bus to Geto Kogen Resort (45 minutes). From Sendai Airport, drive via Tohoku Expressway (2 hours) or take train connections through Kitakami Station.
Geto Kogen features 14 ski runs across 188 hectares with terrain suitable for beginners (30%), intermediates (50%), and advanced skiers (20%). The resort offers wide groomed slopes, off-piste powder areas, and a 2.5km longest run with 717m vertical drop.
Geto Kogen offers ski-in/ski-out accommodation including the main resort hotel with onsen hot springs, traditional Japanese-style rooms, and Western-style options. Additional lodging includes nearby ryokans, guesthouses, and vacation rentals in the surrounding area.
Geto Kogen ski season typically runs from mid-December to early May, making it one of Japan's longest operating ski resorts. Daily operations are generally 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with night skiing available on select runs until 9:00 PM during peak season.
Small but good mountain if you get powder… tree runs were closed in late December but got lucky with snow after a week without and warmer temperatures riding in other areas…
The gear is pretty old tbh, I came twice 2024 and 2025 because of the subtitle bus from the station.
The map is small, which makes it pricy for beginner.
A ski resort that famous for its 豪雪 （heavy snow). There is a premium board rental shop. You can try boards that cost up to USD 1000.
It’s a much less crowded ski resort, and we love it!!
We didn’t stay in their room or rent gear there. No comment on those parts.
