Okushiga Kougen is located in the north part of Shiga Kougen, the largest snow resort in Japan. The history of Shiga Kougen goes back to 1946, when the first chair lift in the region was constructed. Since then, the ski slopes have been developed and now, you can enjoy 21slopes with 66 lifts, including quads and gondolas, in more than 80 unique courses.
With its long history and large size, abundant powder snow and a wide variety of courses, Shiga Kougen was honored to host the Alpine Ski competitions (Giant Slalom and Slalom) in the Nagano Olympic Games held in 1998.
Most of the ski slopes in Shiga Kougen allow skiers and snowboarders on the same courses. But not in Okushiga Kougen. That’s why Okushiga Kougen is called “Skiers’ Paradise”.
Characteristics of Okushiga Kougen Ski Slopes are :
Courses are laid on the South and North Slopes of Mt. Yakebitai (2,009 meters of altitude)
between 1,500 and 2,000 meters of altitude. This high elevation gives you to enjoy the
powder snow from the mid Dicember through early May.
There are 5 chair lifts and 1 gondola connecting 9 courses, with breathtaking view.
