What other travelers are saying about Shigakogen Hasuike Ski Area
Awesome hill to hit. This is the only mountain with good snow in the late winter in the hokuriku area. Be careful not to go with rear wheel drive vans. My car got stuck and had to evacuate to the nearest parking lot, and walk all the way to the ski hill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shigakogen Hasuike is designed for beginner and intermediate skiers with wide, gentle slopes. Advanced skiers can access more challenging terrain in the 17 other connected areas using the same lift pass.
Yes. The Shiga Kogen All-Mountain Pass covers all 18 interconnected ski areas including Hasuike, providing access to over 80 kilometers of terrain without additional tickets.
Direct buses run from Nagano Station to Shiga Kogen, taking approximately 70 minutes. Buses operate multiple times daily during winter season. Many hotels offer shuttle services from bus stops, and rental cars are available at the station.
The season runs from early December through early May. The elevation of 1,500 to 1,770 meters provides reliable snowfall, with peak conditions from January through March.
Rental shops throughout Shiga Kogen offer skis, snowboards, and clothing for all ages. Ski schools provide group and private lessons with English-speaking instructors available by advance booking.
A great-beginner-friendly ski station, the slopes are really smooth; even boring if you are looking for speed.
There are two slopes: on the left after the lift a really really smooth slope (even flat at some point), and a funnier (a bit steeper) slope on the right.
I wouldn't recommend the left slope for snowboard as you will have to walk a the flat spots of the slope.
The main drawback is the numerous ski school taking a lot of space.
I guess sometimes it would be a bit difficult for beginners to avoid collisions.
Finally the right slope connects to the Maruike ski area (both the red and green slopes).
