Enjoy Winter in Fukui! Family Ski & Snow Fun at Ski Jam Katsuyama

Introduction

Katsuyama City , Fukui Prefecture , has many places where you can enjoy activities that are unique to winter. Particularly popular are " Ski Jam Katsuyama" and the adjacent "Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park." In this article, we will introduce winter experiences that the whole family can enjoy, such as skiing, snowboarding, and snow activities for children.

Winter clothing and belongings: What you need to prepare

Katsuyama gets very cold in the winter, so you will need to prepare the following items beforehand.

clothing

Waterproof and cold-resistant outerwear Waterproof and anti-slip shoes (boots, snow boots, etc.)

What to bring

Gloves, scarf, hat, hand warmer

Those who enjoy playing in the snow at ski resorts

clothing

Waterproof skiwear Joge
Snow boots or non-skid shoes

What to bring

Hat, neck warmer, gloves (waterproof)
Sunglasses or goggles (to protect against glare from snow on sunny days)
Backpack or shoulder bag (allowing you to use both hands)

Spare gloves and socks are also recommended for children.

*Although rentals are possible on-site, we recommend making a reservation in advance as numbers are limited.

Spot information

Skijam Katsuyama

170-70 Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture 911-0000

Skijam Katsuyama is the largest snow resort in western Japan. The longest running distance is about 5,800m! The slopes consist of three areas for beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers, and there is also a kids park. There are plenty of activities that you can enjoy not only during the winter season, but throughout the year. Segway experience, cycling, park golf, paragliding, etc. After playing to your heart's content, please soothe your tired body in the large hot spring bath "Sasayuri". The magnificent view from the open-air bath will make you feel refreshed.

Hotels near Skijam Katsuyama

Hotel Harvest Skijam Katsuyama

Fukui Prefecture > Katsuyama

4.1 /5

Very Good

17 reviews

$112～

Access by train: Approximately 1 hour from JR Fukui Station to Echizen Railway's Katsuyama Station. From Katsuyama Station, take the free shuttle bus for approximately 20 minutes.

Access by car: About 20 minutes from Katsuyama IC on the Chubu Jukan Expressway. Studless tires or chains are required in winter.

Highlight 1: Ski Jam Katsuyama

Ski Jam Katsuyama, one of the largest snow resorts in western Japan, offers a wide variety of courses that can be enjoyed by everyone from beginners to advanced skiers.

Skiing and snowboarding: 12 courses in total, with the longest run being 5,800m

Rental service: You can rent everything including clothing, skis, snowboards, and helmets

Lesson program: English lessons for beginners are also available (advance reservations recommended)

Hotel Harvest Ski Jam Katsuyama: A resort hotel with direct access to the slopes, hot springs and restaurants

Highlight 2: Bikidz Park & ​​Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park Snow Land

Even if you can't ski, that's okay! For families with small children, we recommend "Bikidz Park" and "Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park Snow Land," which are dedicated to playing in the snow.

Bikidz Park : An area for beginners located inside Ski Jam Katsuyama. A kids-only area where you can enjoy tubing, sledding, making snowmen, etc. Moving around is easy with the moving belt.

Snowland : Only available in winter in Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park Park. Enjoy sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and more. A natural activity where you slowly slide through the Mori. Beginners can also try it.

More information and reservations

Official Website Ski Jam Katsuyama

Hotel Harvest Ski Jam Katsuyama

Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park

Nearby Attractions

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

One of the three largest dinosaur museums in the world. Since it is indoors, you don't have to worry about the weather.

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

911-8601 51-11 Terao, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture

Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture is known nationwide as a treasure trove of dinosaur fossils. Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum is one of the world's leading dinosaur museums. The vast, immersive space is filled with exhibits of dinosaur skeletons, fossils, specimens, dioramas, reconstructed models, and more, allowing you to see impressive dinosaurs up close. The area surrounding the museum is also full of experiences such as fossil excavations and play equipment, making it an area that the whole family can enjoy. The Dinosaur Tower, which reopened in July 2023 and appeared in the new small egg hall, is a must-see. In the atrium of the new building, there is a 13m-tall monument called the Dinosaur Tower, which features five species of dinosaurs and one species of bird discovered in Fukui. In addition, the facility has been upgraded to be a facility that can be enjoyed in all seasons, including the impressive ``3-sided Dino Theater'' and the ``Fossil Research Experience'' .

Echizen Great Buddha（Echizen Daibutsu)(Daishizan Seidaiji temple)

Japan's largest indoor Buddha statue. A beautiful place with a quiet winter day and snowy scenery.

Daishizan Seidaiji temple Echizen Great Buddha

911-0811 50-1-1 Katase , Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture

The model for the Great Buddha is a seated statue in the Longmen Grottoes on the outskirts of Luoyang, Henan, China, the origin of Buddhism. It is 17 meters tall. It is larger than the Nara Great Buddha (16.2 meters in documents, 14.98 meters in actual measurement). In addition, the halo is 23 meters, and the 3-meter lotus pedestal is placed on a 2-meter stone base, making the total height 28 meters. While the Nara Great Buddha is stocky, the Echizen Great Buddha is characterized by its slender and gentle face and neck. It is made of copper, with a total weight of 200 tons. In addition, 1,281 stone and gold Buddhas are enshrined on the three walls on the left, right, and back of the Great Buddha, and two arhat statues (10.3 meters) and two bodhisattva statues (11.2 meters) are enshrined on each side of the Great Buddha as attendant Buddhas.

summary

Ski Jam Katsuyama and the Dinosaur Mori area are recommended as winter travel destinations where children can play safely, as well as skiing and snowboarding. Plan a winter trip to Fukui and Katsuyama that will be a memorable experience for families, couples, beginners, and everyone in between.