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    Chubu, Japan · Epic Pass

    Hakuba 47

    Hakuba 47: 794m vertical, 8 runs, 11m annual snowfall. Epic Pass access. Northern Japanese Alps, Nagano.

    Season 2025-2026
    Opens
    5 Dec 2025
    Closes
    29 Mar 2026
    Days open
    114
    Annual snow
    11m
    The Overview
    MF
    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park operates across 794 metres of vertical drop between 820 and 1,614 metres elevation. The resort spans 32 hectares with 8 official runs and receives 11 metres of snowfall annually. The longest run stretches 6.4 kilometres from summit to base.

    Terrain distribution favours intermediates with 40 per cent, followed by 30 per cent beginner, 25 per cent advanced and 5 per cent expert. The resort connects to Goryu at the summit via the gondola, creating a combined ski area with shared lift tickets. Hakuba 47's north-facing aspect extends the season into early May with substantial snow cover.

    The terrain park ranks among Hakuba Valley's best, featuring 10 kickers up to 20 metres, a half-pipe, rails, boxes and beams. Tree skiing requires registration with the Double Black Diamond Club and wearing provided bibs to access three gated zones. Route 3, a double black mogul run, drops directly above the gondola building.

    Epic Pass holders receive five consecutive days across all 10 Hakuba Valley resorts with no blackout dates. The compact layout and mid-mountain cafeteria suit park riders and intermediates more than beginners. Hakuba 47 sits 1.9 kilometres from Kamishiro village and 5 kilometres from Hakuba village centre with regular shuttle bus connections.

    794m
    Vertical
    8
    Runs
    79 acres
    Skiable
    11m
    Annual snow
    Epic Pass
    Pass
    The Terrain

    8 runs across 79 acres skiable

    Hakuba 47 spreads 8 runs across 79 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 40%, with 2 beginner runs to find your feet and 2 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.

    Terrain split
    8
    runs
    8 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner2 runs · 30%
    Intermediate3 runs · 40%
    Advanced2 runs · 25%
    Expert0 runs · 5%
    Time it right

    When to visit Hakuba 47

    The 2025-26 season runs from 5 December 2025 to 29 March 2026, though dates fluctuate based on snowfall. Hakuba 47 typically opens late November to early May alongside Goryu, amongst the earliest in the valley. The completely north-facing aspect preserves snow quality deep into spring with substantial coverage even in late April.

    Annual snowfall averages 11 metres across the valley, with cold Siberian air masses crossing the Sea of Japan to dump dry powder. January and February deliver peak powder frequency with 20 to 30 centimetre dumps every few days. Base depth reliability stems from the north-facing terrain and mid-elevation base at 820 metres.

    Early December sees limited terrain as the snowpack builds, with full mountain access typically achieved after New Year. Mid-January through February offers the most consistent powder skiing with cold temperatures preserving snow quality. March and April transition to spring corn snow conditions with softer surfaces by mid-morning.

    Night skiing operates on Goryu's beginner slopes but not at Hakuba 47. The terrain park maintains features throughout the season with meticulous grooming. Golden Week in late April draws domestic crowds for late-season turns on upper mountain terrain.

    Season 2025-2026
    5 Dec 2025
    Opens
    29 Mar 2026
    Closes
    114
    Days open
    11 m
    Annual snow
    Getting there

    Getting to Hakuba 47, and where to stay

    Hakuba 47 occupies the southern end of Hakuba Valley in Nagano Prefecture at the base of the Northern Japanese Alps. The resort lies within Hakuba village, 1.9 kilometres from Kamishiro and 5 kilometres from Hakuba village centre at 820 metres elevation. The Northern Alps rise to 3,000 metres, dominating the skyline with year-round snow on the highest peaks.

    Hakuba village sits in the Kitaazumi district of northwestern Nagano Prefecture, part of the Chubu region on Honshu Island. The valley encompasses the municipalities of Omachi, Hakuba and Otari, forming Japan's largest international mountain resort. The 1998 Winter Olympics brought global recognition, with Happo One hosting alpine skiing events.

    Nagano Station serves as the primary gateway, 70 minutes away by Alpico bus for 2,900 yen. The Nagano Snow Shuttle operates direct services taking approximately one hour. Route 148 provides road access through the valley with free parking at two large base lots.

    Tokyo Narita and Haneda airports sit 200 kilometres southeast, requiring 5 to 5.5 hours via airport shuttle or 3 to 4 hours by shinkansen to Nagano then bus. The Hokuriku Shinkansen covers Tokyo to Nagano in 90 minutes. One daily Azusa express train runs direct from Shinjuku to Hakuba Station in 3 hours 41 minutes, eliminating transfers for early arrivals.

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    Hakuba 47 Trail Map

    Downloadable Hakuba 47 trail map

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    Terrain split
    8
    runs
    Beginner30%
    Intermediate40%
    Advanced25%
    Expert5%
    79 acres skiable32 hectares
    Resort Stats
    Elevation
    Base820m
    Summit1614m
    Annual snowfall
    11m
    Season
    2025-2026
    5 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026
    Trail coverage
    8 runs
    79 acres (32 ha)

    About Hakuba 47's trail map

    Explore Hakuba 47's full trail map with 8 runs across the mountain, colour-coded by difficulty and shown alongside the terrain split. Use it to plan a day that matches your ability, find lift-served pockets of your favourite grade, and see how the resort links together. Download the piste map (PDF) ↗

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