Less than 1 hour by car from Sapporo! List of ski resorts near Sapporo
When the cold winter comes, Hokkaido becomes a paradise for ski enthusiasts.
If you're traveling to Hokkaido, if you want to have a fun skiing experience,
The ski resorts around Sapporo are probably the best choice in terms of accessibility.
Here are ten ski resorts that can be reached within a one-hour drive from Sapporo.
During your short vacation, you will see the beautiful snowy scenery of Hokkaido
You can enjoy the world-famous powder snow
Don't miss the ski resorts around Sapporo!
1. Sapporo Bankei Ski Resort (about 20 minutes by car)
- The closest ski resort to Sapporo!
It is recommended for those who want to enjoy sightseeing and skiing or snowboarding easily.
There are 19 routes in the ski area (check the official website for availability)
Open until night. - Website:さっぽろばんけいスキー場
- Address: 410 Bankei, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0945
- Photo credit: Official website
2. Sapporo Mt. Moiwa Ski Resort (about 20 minutes by car)
- There are 10 routes for everyone from family experiences to experienced skiers.
During night entry, you can go skiing and enjoy the night view of Sapporo City.
However, this is a ski-only area, so snowboarding is prohibited. - Website:札幌藻岩山スキー場
- Address: 1991 Moiwashita, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0040
- Photo credit: Official website
3. Snow Cruise Onz (about 30 minutes by car)
- During the daytime, enjoy the seaside scenery of Ishikari Bay,
In the evening, this is the best ski resort where you can enjoy the night view of Sapporo City.
During the high season, it is open daily until 11 p.m.
However, the overall ski resort is small, so it is recommended for beginners and tourists. - Website:スノークルーズ・オーンズ
- Address: 357 Harukacho, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0265
4. Who's Snow Area (about 45 minutes by car)
- Who's Snow Area is compact overall,
Once you reach the top, there are many slopes, suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers.
It is a ski resort close to the city center and with a night view. - Website: Fu's snow area
- Address: 473-1 Fujino, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2271
- Photo credit: Official website
5. Asarikawa Onsen Ski Resort (about 40 minutes by car)
- It is a ski resort located near Otaru
Transportation to Otaru and Sapporo is convenient.
After skiing, you can enjoy hot springs and sightseeing, and it is very popular. - Website:朝里川温泉スキー場
- Address: 1 Chome-394 Asarigawaonsen, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0154
- Photo credit: Official website
6. Dynasty Ski Resort (about 40 minutes by car)
- Although the area is not large, the snow path is wide, giving the impression of openness like a large ski resort.
There is also an event zone such as sledding and tube sledding (tire snow).
Both adults and children can enjoy it. - Website:ダイナスティスキーリゾート
- Address: 82番4 Nibetsu, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido 061-1267
- Photo credit: Official website
7. Sapporo Teine Ski Resort (about 45 minutes by car)
- It is located in downtown Sapporo, but the top of the mountain is more than 1000 meters
You can see the city of Sapporo and Ishikari Bay at a glance.
You can enjoy the finest powder snow.
This long-established ski resort was the site of the Sapporo Olympics. - Website:サッポロテイネスキー場
- Address: 172 Teinekanayama, Teine Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 006-0049
- Photo credit: Official website,tenki.jp
8. Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (about 50 minutes by car)
- It has the longest operating period among ski resorts near Sapporo.
It is usually open from mid-November to early May. - Website:札幌国際スキー場
- Address: 937番地先 Jozankei, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2301
- Photo credit: visit-hokkaido.jp
9. Takino Snow World (about 50 minutes by car)
- This is Takino Suzuran Kioku Park's "Takino Snow World" that is only open in winter.
As well as skiing, there are plenty of snow play activities that are perfect for kids to enjoy. - Website:滝野スノーワールド
- Address: 247番地 Takino, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0862
- Photo credit: Official website
10. Kiroro Snow World (about 60 minutes by car)
- It is said to be the "snowy ski resort in Hokkaido"
Ski enthusiasts from all over the world come to see some of the best powder snow in the world.
There are gentle ski tracks for beginners and steep slopes for intermediate and advanced skiers. - Website:キロロスノーワールド
- Address: Tokiwa, Akaigawa, Yoichi District, Hokkaido 046-0571
- Photo credit: Official website
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced skater, you can find a suitable ski resort.
Enjoy the winter weather of the snowy country to your heart's content!