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The largest snow resort near Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya). Introducing the family snow area [Yukinos] located at Takasu Snow Park. Adults and children alike will have a blast at the snow park where you can play in the snow with sledding, tubing, snow striders, snowman building, and ...

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Western Japan's largest and most popular snow resort [Takasu Snow Park]

Takawashi Snow Park, located in Takawashi-cho, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, is one of the largest ski resorts in western Japan, with a course area of ​​approximately 100ha and a total of 13 courses. Boasting one of the highest altitudes and snow quality in the area, it has an impressive snowfall of up to 280 cm. Last season (22-23 season), 278,000 people visited, making it the overwhelmingly popular and most popular ski resort in western Japan for the sixth year in a row. Our main courses are equipped with artificial snow machines, so you can ski/snowboard in stable conditions even in winter when there is little natural snow. Also very reliable. There is also a snow park called Yukinos, where you can easily play in the snow and is often used by families.

Close to the parking lot! Snow play area popular with families [Yukinos]

Yukinos is a snow park of approximately 9,000 square meters that is larger than a soccer court. There are many items such as sledding area, tubing area, snow strider experience course, snow play area, fresh snow area, large snowy mountain, observation deck, swings, snow slide, etc.! Both adults and children can play to their heart's content. The most popular activity is sledding. The feeling of running close to the snow surface is irresistible, and you'll be able to play innocently like you did when you were a child. It can accommodate two people, so why not try it out with your parents, children, or friends?

The most popular [sled]. It's fun whether you're riding alone or with two people.<br>
The most popular [sled]. It's fun whether you're riding alone or with two people.
This is the real thrill! ? Let's all dive into the fluffy fresh snow!<br>
This is the real thrill! ? Let's all dive into the fluffy fresh snow!
Another popular item is tubing, which is shaped like a floating ring and is meant for use on snow.<br>
Another popular item is tubing, which is shaped like a floating ring and is meant for use on snow.
[Snow] allows you to give shape to your imagination. Let's try making various snow sculptures other than the standard ``snowman''.<br>
[Snow] allows you to give shape to your imagination. Let's try making various snow sculptures other than the standard ``snowman''.
Circles, triangles, squares and diamonds. You can also play with it like building blocks.<br>
Circles, triangles, squares and diamonds. You can also play with it like building blocks.
Creating a snow sculpture together as a family will bring you a lot more joy and a sense of accomplishment!<br>
Creating a snow sculpture together as a family will bring you a lot more joy and a sense of accomplishment!
If you can climb a big snowy mountain, you're a snow play master!<br>
If you can climb a big snowy mountain, you're a snow play master!
A rest area with an observation deck. Slide on the snow slide from a height of 3m!<br>
A rest area with an observation deck. Slide on the snow slide from a height of 3m!

About admission tickets, services, and clothing

Once you purchase an admission ticket, you can come and go as many times as you like during the day. Items such as sledding and tubing are available for free rental, so feel free to enjoy them.

As long as you wear cold weather clothes, anything is OK! However, instead of wearing sandals or sneakers, we recommend that you wear something that is cold-proof and waterproof, and that you also wear gloves (cold-proof and waterproof boots are available for rent, and gloves are available for sale at the shop).

[Yukinos] Admission tickets can be purchased from the official website.
We also sell discount tickets that include a gondola lift aerial tour (round trip ticket) and one drink at the mountaintop cafe [TAKASU TERRACE] (from late December).

Replenish your energy with lunch after playing

There is also a large indoor rest area on the 2nd floor of the center house, very close to [Yukinos]. Find your favorite menu from the many restaurants.

Restaurant Monte Rosa is a large food court with approximately 2,000 seats!<br>
Restaurant Monte Rosa is a large food court with approximately 2,000 seats!

[Yukinos] and each restaurant facility can be used without reservations during the winter business period.
When traveling to Nagoya or Hida Takayama, be sure to stop by the snowy mountains of Gifu Gujo.

Learn more about [Yukinos]

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Takasu Snow Park Official Site

I want to do it when I see it! Skiing and snowboarding experience.

There are many customers skiing and snowboarding in the immediate vicinity of [Yukinos].
If you see the techniques of advanced players up close, you'll definitely want to try it out.
You can rent the necessary tools! Ski schools and snowboard schools are also open, and each also offers lessons in English. Advance reservations are recommended, but if you have an idea, act immediately! Why not take this opportunity to try it out?

From boards, boots, gloves, hats, and goggles. All necessary tools can be rented!<br>
From boards, boots, gloves, hats, and goggles. All necessary tools can be rented!
We will treat you kindly even if it is your first time! Ski lessons at SIA Takasu Snow Park School.<br>
We will treat you kindly even if it is your first time! Ski lessons at SIA Takasu Snow Park School.
Small group size up to 4 people per group. The fastest progress in the shortest time! Snowboarding is Japan Snowboard Academy.<br>
Small group size up to 4 people per group. The fastest progress in the shortest time! Snowboarding is Japan Snowboard Academy.

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Details about rental (official website)

Details about the school (official website)

Aerial excursions on the gondola lift, spectacular views at an altitude of 1,550m, and a mountaintop cafe.

The 2,700m long gondola lift takes you from the base of the mountain in about 10 minutes to the 1,550m summit, a 600m difference in elevation. It can carry up to 15 people per group, including families and lovers, so why not take in the sights of new snow falling on the trees during the aerial tour, or get excited by watching skiers and snowboarders skiing from above? The mountaintop cafe TAKASU TERRACE is also popular.

Gondola tour & mountaintop cafe

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Takasu Snow Park in Gifu Prefecture. The gondola lift takes about 10 minutes to reach the top of the mountain at an altitude of 1,550m, and offers a total of 13 courses that will satisfy everyone from beginners to advanced skiers. The maximum skiing distance is 4,900m! Combined with the adjoining Dynaland at the top of the mountain, it is a large-scale ski slope that you won't be able to enjoy all in one day. We are fully equipped with artificial snow machines to ensure stable snowfall and snow quality! It is safe for snowyers even in the season of lack of snow ♪ Even for those who don't ski/snowboard, we recommend the mountaintop cafe (TAKASU TERRACE), which you can go to with a gondola ride (round trip ticket). You can enjoy the spectacular view and lunch from the terrace seats. Snow playground [Yukinos] at the foot of the mountain is a snow park where both adults and children can play!

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