Sun, Aug 2 Today
20° 13°
Wind 10 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Slopes
15 km Green
3 km 3 pistas
Blue
4.5 km 5 pistas
Red
5.3 km 4 pistas
Black
2.3 km 2 pistas
Season 2025/2026
November 20, 2025
April 1, 2026
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Information & Sources
Máxima 1100m
Mínima 630m
Vertical drop
470 m
Desnivel
Ski Map
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Precio/Día
Resort website ¥6,500
≈ 41€
Weather
7-day forecast
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Storm risk
Mon, Aug 3
22° 11°
Wind 9 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Tue, Aug 4
22° 11°
Wind 11 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Wed, Aug 5
24° 12°
Wind 9 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Thu, Aug 6
24° 13°
Wind 7 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Fri, Aug 7
24° 15°
Wind 6 km/h
Precipitation 4 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Sat, Aug 8
19° 13°
Wind 10 km/h
Precipitation 2 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Source: Open-Meteo
About the resort
🏔️ History
Located just a 60-minute drive from downtown Sapporo (a city of nearly 2 million people), Sapporo Kokusai is the go-to day-trip mountain for locals. It has no on-mountain accommodation, relying instead on the nearby hot spring town of Jozankei Onsen. It is renowned for its incredible snow reliability and an exceptionally long season that stretches well into May.
☀️ Best days
Cold weekdays in January. Due to its mountainous geography, it acts as a magnet for massive snowstorms, guaranteeing an abundance of deep powder, ideal for those seeking premium snow without straying far from the city.
🚫 Days to avoid
Sunny weekends. Being so close to a major metropolis, Kokusai quickly fills up with local families and young riders from Sapporo, leading to long queues at its few (but long) lifts, particularly the main gondolas.
💡 Community tip
The mountain is relatively compact with few, albeit long, runs. The true charm here isn't staying for a week, but rather combining a massive powder day with an evening soak in the spectacular hot springs (Onsen) in the neighboring town of Jozankei. Perfect if you are based in Sapporo and want the best snow within an hour's radius.
Nearest Airports
New Chitose Airport (Sapporo)
CTS 76 min drive 103 min by train
Aomori Airport
AOJ 390 min drive
Train Stations
Kutchan Station
Direct transfer available 69 min drive transfer
Furano Station
Direct transfer available 139 min drive transfer
🚗 Access by road: To reach Sapporo Kokusai by car, follow the main highways leading from the closest gateway (New Chitose Airport (Sapporo)). The final mountain ascent is well maintained, but expect sharp hairpins and typical mountain gradients of Japan.
⚠️ Snow chains: During the winter months, carrying snow chains in your vehicle or fitting certified winter tires is a legal requirement on the roads of Japan.
Local Tips
💡 Local tip: Try to arrive before 8:30 AM on powder Saturdays to avoid traffic queues on the final valley roads and secure a parking spot closest to the primary lifts.
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