REPORT

The Ontake Ski Resort opened for the season on 12/20 (Fri.), and by 12/28 (Sat.), the No. 7 Quad lift started operating, enabling access to 80% or more of the resort’s total terrain. Located in a high-altitude inland region between 1,680m and 2,240m, the resort has been experiencing temperatures colder than usual and abundant snowfall, ensuring top-notch skiing conditions.
[Central Course]

The groomed Central Course (first photo), Mikasa Wing Course (pictured), Paradise Course, Panorama A Course, Family Course, and 4B Course all had perfectly soft powder snow bases! Even on the ungroomed Expert and Karamatsu Avenue courses, where previous tracks remained on the snow surface, the snow was of a dry and fluffy snow quality.
[Mikasa Wing Course]

Starting today, a Banked Slalom Course (pictured) has been added to the upper section of the Paradise Course, and a kicker and spine have appeared in the middle section of the 4B Course. The Banked Slalom features a gentle slope, allowing skiers of all levels to enjoy it, whether they prefer to glide through with shallow turns or carve right up to the edge of the bank.
[Paradise Course]

This morning, clear skies and radiative cooling brought temperatures down to -9°C, but surprisingly, I didn’t feel that cold, likely due to the complete absence of wind. By the way, Ontake offers a “Regional Discount” service for residents of various surrounding areas on specified dates, allowing you to purchase a 1-day lift ticket for just ¥2,500, making it a great deal. Additionally, with Snownavi you can buy advance discount 1-day lift tickets at a discounted price, regardless of your travel dates or residence.
[Mikasa Wing Course]

　
＊Our Night Bento (JPY1,100) and Early Morning Bento (JPY500) are available and selling well!
＊On 1/16 (Thu.), the eruption alert level for Mt. Ontake was raised to 2 (of 5), but applies only to the area around the crater. The ski resort is outside the restricted zone, so you can visit with peace of mind.

　　
[Ontake Details on 1/18 (Sat.)]
*All Courses are OPEN (Except for Light Woods, Champion Sawa & Champion One)
*Available Lifts … Karamatsu Pair (8:30～) and totally 3 lifts.
*Fees … 1-Day Tickets: Adults … JPY4,800, Elementary/Junior High School Students … JPY1,500, High School Students and Seniors Over 50 … JPY4,300, Preschool Children … FREE
　
Great Deal! Advance Discount Lift Tickets
Adult 1-Day Ticket JPY4,800 → JPY4,300!
High School Student 1-Day Ticket JPY4,300 → JPY3,800!
Seniors Over 50 Years Old 1-Day Ticket JPY4,300 → JPY3,800!

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reported by Snownavi