Furano ski resort - Japan

Furano occupies the geographic centre of Hokkaido Japan. Furano ski resort is nestled between the Tokachi mountain range to the east and the Yuubari mountain range to the west, and offers quality powder skiing along with uncrowded slopes and over 900m of vertical.

Furano's village is filled with over 200 restaurants, and when you combine this with Furano's unique and traditional Japanese village, visiting Furano for your next ski or snowboard holiday is highly recommended!

Find out more about Furano

• Accommodation in Furano
• Furano ski area
• Resort stats
• Furano resort services
• Getting to Furano
• Furano trail map, village map, and a Google Map of Furano
• Other useful information, including; night skiing, Hokkaido Powder Guides, weather and money in Furano
• GET A QUOTE on ski or snowboard holidays in Furano

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Furano ski area 

Furano ski resort has two great ski areas: Furano and Kitanomine. Both areas are interconnected by the lifts and boast over 900 vertical meters of terrain suitable for all abilities and will challenge even expert skiers. It is one of the most respected ski areas in the whole of Japan and with an average seasonal snowfall of over 8 metres; it's the perfect destination for your next ski or snowboard holiday. Furano Japan has hosted both World Cup and Japan National ski and snowboard events.
Furano ski resort offers much more than just good skiing. The town's culture alone is enough to attract travellers wishing to experience the authentic northern Japanese lifestyle. You will discover traditional concerts in the township, weekly concerts at the New Prince Hotel, and firework displays on special occasions such as New Year's Eve.
Each year the whole town comes alive as Furano ski resort hosts their Winter Festival. The ski area becomes a sea of activity with competitions, events, concerts, and food and drinks stalls selling Furano’s delicious local products. The festival takes place over the first weekend of February.

Resort stats

Season - Dec ~ Apr
Snowfall - 8m
Base Altitude - 235m
Peak Altitude - 1209m
Vertical - 974m
Longest run - 4klm
Lifts:
1 Ropeway 101 persons
1 gondolas
2 quad chairs
6 double chairs
1 single chairs
Lifts Open - 8:30 a.m.
Lifts Close - 5:00 p.m.
Beginner - 40%
Intermediate - 20%
Advanced - 20%
Mtn restaurants - 6
Half pipe - Yes

Google Map of Furano

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Furano resort services

 To enhance your stay in Furano ski resort an established Ski Host or Mountain guide service is available through Furano Tourism, which is free for all our guests to use.
Includes:
* Local mountain guide on your first morning of skiing
* Information & help desk for assistance with local services
* Emergency 24 hour phone number
* Support service for Deep Powder Tours guests

Night skiing

 Open until 9pm at both Furano and Kitanomine, night skiing is a spectacular way to spend an evening. As you cruise down the well-lit groomers, you'll enjoy amazing views of the area as it comes to life each night.

On the Kitanomine side you can ski or snowboard virtually to the door of some bars such as the Ice Dome to order a beer or a hot baked potato without even stepping out of your bindings. With an abundance of restaurants, bars and activities in the Furano township you'll never be short of things to do once you have unbuckled your boots for the evening.

Hokkaido Powder Guides

 A local company, Hokkaido Powder Guides are certified professionals that offer a range of services tailored to providing access to the untracked areas of Furano and neighbouring ski areas including Kamui Ski Links, Tomamu, Tokachidake and Asahidake.
Services include backcountry guiding, avalanche courses and Alpine Touring. All inclusive of lift tickets, safety equipment and transport. Contact us for more information

Weather

If you want to experience the best snow in the world, you need to be prepared, as it can get cold. It's not unusual to receive 30cm+ of snow over night in Furano. Take plenty of warm clothing and waterproof outerwear. Thermals are a must, along with warm gloves, and of course, a good pair of double lens goggles is highly recommended.
 

Money

People's initial thoughts are that Japan is expensive and crowded. That may be the case in the 5 star Tokyo hotels. Furano is very reasonably priced, you will need to carry Yen Cash and we strongly suggest to bring some with you. Credit cards are readily accepted in Furano town through the restaurants and shops but you can't use them on the mountain to buy lunches. Cash is king in Japan and if need be you can access an ATM in Kitanomine at the 7 Eleven or in downtown Furano at the Post Office.