Minakami is perfect for families Minakami is perfect for families

MINAKAMI
Escape the crowd

Mother and child playing in the snow Mother and child playing in the snow
World
class
powder
60 min
from
Toyko
English
lessons
Onsens
activities
& more

Easy to access and perfect for families.
Minakami is Japans hidden gem.

Located in Gunma prefecture, the heart of Japan, Minakami is right at the source of Tone River. The rich nature of the region has blessed Minakami with snow, hot springs, rivers for whitewater rafting, as well as delicious food. All this fun is just an hour away from Tokyo by train. Refresh your mind and body in Minakami, a true Urban Oasis.

Eight resorts.
Great powder.
English ski lessons.

With 8 different resorts to choose from Minakami has something for everyone.

The Tanigawa mountain range ensures a great and consistent yearly snowfall, producing perfect conditions for riders of all levels. Great English services, easy access and English lessons make it the perfect place to bring the whole family.

Some of Japans best powder

With a snowpack peaking at 5M deep, you can be sure to find fantastic on piste and backcoutnry runs all over Minakami's resorts.

Monthly average snowpack depth

Minakami ski resorts

Childrens facilities: English ski lessons: Child care: Backcountry: Station pickup:
All resorts have rental facilities

Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Ski Resort Highlight: Popular with foreigners
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs10
Vert750m
Longest4km
Hodaigi Mountain Resort Highlight: Family friendly
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs16
Vert570m
Longest2.6km
Okutone Snow Park Highlight: Snowboarders choice
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs10
Vert747m
Longest3km
Fujiwara Ski Resort Highlight: Family friendly
50% Beginner
30% Intermediate
10% Advanced
Runs9
Vert150m
Longest0.66km
Minakami Kogen Ski Resort Highlight: Family friendly
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs11
Vert378m
Longest3.1km
White Valley Highlight: Family friendly
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs5
Vert380m
Longest2km
Norn Minakami Ski resort Highlight: Popular with younger tourists
30% Beginner
50% Intermediate
20% Advanced
Runs6
Vert400m
Longest2km
Naeba Highlight: Kids ski free
30% Beginner
40% Intermediate
30% Advanced
Runs21
Vert889m
Longest4km
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Natural onsens.
Japanese hospitality.

When you live a busy life in the city, it's easy to forget to take a break. Minakami boasts 18 hot springs, making it one of the few hot springs destinations in the Kanto area. Hot springs fans from around the country come to relax in the open-air baths while they enjoy the beautiful view of nature.

Traditional Japanese hospitality

WiFi service: English homepage: Station shuttle: Private reservable onsen:
Price range Time to ski resort: Shuttle to ski resort:

Sunbird Minakami
0 min
Hotel Sunbird
Yado Kanzan
4 min
Yado Kanzan
Sarugakyo Hotel
30 min
Sarugakyo Hotel
Hotel Juraku
15 min
Hotel Juraku
Joetsukan
10 min
Joetsukan
Tenjin Londge
2 min
Tenjin Londge
Hotel Familio
40 min
Hotel Familio
Bettei Senjuan
12 min
Bettei Senjuan
Hoshi Onsen Chojukan
30 min
Hoshi Onsen Chojukan
Tatsumikan
15 min
Tatsumikan
Takaragawa Onsen
10 min
Takaragawa Onsen
Aratashi
15 min
Aratashi
Chalet la Neige
1 min
Chalet la Neige
Kinseikan Seseragi
15 min
Kinseikan Seseragi
Le Vent Vert Kokyo
30 min
Le Vent Vert Kokyo
Minakamikan
11 min
Minakamikan
Matsunoi
15 min
Matsunoi
Nakaya Ryokan
10 min
Nakaya Ryokan
Minakami Kougen Hotel
0 min
Minakami Kogen Hotel 200
Ryokan Tanigawa
3 min
Ryokan Tanigawa
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Traditional experiences.
Endless fun.

The fun doesn't have to stop when you leave the ski slopes.

A variety of activites are available for the whole family including tours, crafts, sightseeing, onsens and fantastic traditional food.

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Photos from Minakami visitors