Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort

Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort is a vast snow resort with impeccable access at its perch just in front of JR Joetsu Line Jōetsu International Skiing Ground Station. Step off the train and straight onto the slopes.

Slide on down across your pick of 22 courses across four zones, each tailored to a range of skill levels. The Mother’s Zone is perfect for beginners and families, with gentle slopes and wide courses, while the Active Zone offers more challenging runs, including a 38-degree slope and ungroomed areas for advanced skiers. The balanced variety of courses ensures skiers of all levels will find something to enjoy.
For children, the resort offers a wealth of services and facilities, including the Kids Paradise area, where even kids who aren’t ready for skiing or snowboarding can play in the snow. As an added bonus, the resort offers ski and snowboard schools for kids and juniors, making it an ideal place for snow sport debuts.

The day-use center next to the station includes restaurants, a natural hot spring, and a Salomon gear and wear rental shop for fans who want to drop in empty handed. On weekday nights you’ll find full night ski hours and full programming, particularly on weekends, that make this spot truly handy.