HAKKODA
Hokkaido

The Mountain
Hakkoda is located in Aomori prefecture in the far north of the main island of Honshu. Sitting at 1326 metres it is a renowned backcountry powder ski and snowboard mecca. A holy grail for those seeking a challenging snow adventure in Japan. Hakkoda is not only blessed with deep powder and breath taking natural surroundings, its also home to a deep culture and tradition unique to the surrounding region. It is this kind of natural slender and cultural tradition that makes Hakkoda an experience that will awaken your spirit. Hakkoda has one ropeway and two chairlifts. Most of people go to Hakkoda to experience the backcountry skiing and snowboarding.

The Location
It is about 3 hours 20 minutes from Tokyo to Shin-Aomori station by Tohoku Shinkansen (bullet train). From Shin-Aomori, there is a public bus or we can arrange a taxi for you. Shin-Aomori station is a Shinkansen train station. There is another station called Aomori station, which is for other express and local trains. There is also an aiport in Aomori. There is an Alpine gate which closes at night. So if you are arriving at Aomori in the evening you may have to spend one night in the city. We will help you with all the transfers.

Where to stay
Each accommodation has a guide club, but we can arrange your guide or backcountry group tours if required. The closest accommodation to the chairlifts is Hakkoda resort Hotel located only a few minutes walk from the ropeway. Hakkoda Hotel, Sukayu Onsen Ryokan & Hotel jogakura are about a 10 minute drive from the ropeway.