Furano Ski Area

Furano ski resort is a hidden gem of a resort that is slowly getting more and more international attention as travellers are seeking a more authentic Japanese skiing experience. The ski resort is tucked deep in the centre of Hokkaido which is a large island found at the very top of Japan. Furano ski field first opened to the public in 1962 and has been operating consistently for the last 62 years with the Kitanomine area getting the first ski lifts and then in the early 80s the resort expanded to include the now known Furano zone, which together make up the Furano ski area. Thanks to its location in the centre of Hokkaido Furano ski resort will typically open earlier than most other resorts in Japan and remain open will until mid-April, with the peak of the skiing and snowboarding happening during the months of January and February.

At Furano Japan you will find 9 different lifts taking riders high up onto the mountain peaks, one of these is an aerial tram which carries 101 passengers, something we always think is an incredible part of any resort that offers these types of lifts. Rounding out the remaining lifts there is a 6-person Gondola, two quad lifts and 5 double lifts.