Hakuba 47 Ski Resort

Hakuba 47 Ski Resort is a popular ski resort in Nagano, Japan. It is known for its excellent snow quality and diverse terrain, making it a favorite destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Hakuba 47: Ski Terrain & Trails

Hakuba 47 offers a mix of intermediate, advanced, and black runs. The mountain features diverse terrain, catering to various skiing abilities.

The area at mid-station from the gondola is beginner-friendly, and the cat track is an excellent route to the bottom.

Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park has 8 piste runs and some of Hakuba’s best lift-accessible tree skiing.

Beginner Terrain

• Route 5: This is a steeper green run from the top gondola station to the A-B pair lift.
• Route 6: This gentle slope is ideal for beginners exploring a confidence-building run. One steeper section just above the lift should be taken with caution.
• Route 7: This long cat track to the bottom of the gondola is an excellent route for kids looking to gain some mileage. The second last section of the run is steeper, and beginners should be cautious when attempting.

Intermediate Terrain

• Route 1: A long red run from along the southernmost ridge of the resort. You can take this back to the base of Line C or continue down to the gondola base.
• Route 8: Although listed as a green run, this cat track has steeper sections that make it more akin to a red.

Advanced Terrain

• Route 2: This black diamond run offers steeper, often ungroomed terrain suitable for experienced skiers.
• Route 3: Show your mogul skills on this double black diamond that ends directly above the gondola building.

Off-Piste Terrain

• Open Tree Zone: Open trees between the cat tracks that offer excellent turns for confident powder skiers
• Tree Riding Zone: Access to this area requires you to watch a safety video and sign a waiver at Alice between 9 AM and 10 AM. The trees are steep and quite often have bottomless powder.

Terrain Park

The Hakuba 47 terrain park is renowned as the best in the Hakuba Valley, attracting freestyle enthusiasts from all over the globe. Accessible from the A-B lifts, the park offers diverse features for all ability levels, from beginners to advanced riders. You can expect a well-maintained selection of jumps, boxes, rails, and more, providing endless opportunities for creativity and progression.

Ski School & Lessons

Hakuba 47 has several English-speaking ski school options.

Hakuba Ski Concierge

Hakuba Ski concierge is Hakuba’s premiere boutique ski school. They offer a variety of private lessons and exceptional customer service. Many of their private lessons include transport direct from your hotel.

Hakuba Ski Academy International

The Hakuba Ski Academy offers private lessons at Hakuba 47 only. Its staff comes from various backgrounds and is fully fluent in English.

Lift Passes

Hakuba 47, Goryu Resort, and Iimori are connected and share the same pass.

Day Passes

Resort Amenities & Services

Restaurants

• Restaurant Alice: traditional Japanese ski hill fare – katsu curry & Shin Shu pork rice.
• Beer Bar: A cozy option with various beers and finger foods.
• Soup Kitchen: Hot soup to warm you up on a cold day.
• Pizza House Luis: Delicious thin crust award-winning pizza.
• Restaurant Carol: A variety of food from pasta to beef bowls.
• Cafe47: Coffee, lattes, ice cream, and even hamburgers.
• Cow Cafe: Get your crepe on style and keep those ski legs going all day.

Ski Rental – Brand Viking

Brand Viking offers a wide range of the latest skis, snowboards, fun skis, powder models, and snow scooters. You can select what you want from the display, or their friendly team can provide expert advice.

Getting to Hakuba 47 Ski Resort

Hakuba 47 Shuttle Busses (Free)

This is a free shuttle bus run by Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park.

Hakuba 47 Triangle Bus (Free)

The Hakuba 47 Triangle Bus transports customers between Hakuba 47, Goryu resort, and Iimori. These three resorts are connected, and the shuttle is helpful if you get caught at the wrong base, if there is poor weather and lifts are shut down, or if you don’t return to the proper base at the end of the day.

Hakuba Valley Shuttle Bus (800 Yen or Free With a Valley Pass)

The Hakuba Valley Shuttle Bus travels north and south throughout the valley, providing access to critical areas and resorts.

Read our complete Hakuba Valley Shuttle Bus Guide for details

Parking

Hakuba 47 has extensive free parking with two large lots at the base of the hill.

FAQ Section

What is the average snowfall at Hakuba 47?

On average, Hakuba 47 receives over 11 meters of snow per year.

Can I rent equipment at Hakuba 47?

Yes, Hakuba 47 has an on-site rental shop with various equipment options.

Is there night skiing available?

No, Hakuba 47 does not offer night skiing.