Hokkaido, Japan
Kamui Ski Links
601m vertical, 30 runs, 8m+ annual snowfall. Central Hokkaido powder with FIS courses and uncrowded tree skiing.
Season 2025-2026
Opens
5 Dec 2025
Closes
29 Mar 2026
Days open
114
Annual snow
13m
The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Kamui Ski Links spans 601 metres of vertical drop between 150 and 751 metres elevation across 30 runs and 24.3 kilometres of terrain on the northwestern slopes of Kamuiyama. The resort receives over 8 metres of annual snowfall, with its inland central Hokkaido location producing exceptionally dry powder snow. Three FIS-approved courses host national Super G and Giant Slalom races, and the resort opened in 1984 on land formerly known as Kamui Village.
The terrain divides into 38 percent beginner, 32 percent intermediate, 20 percent advanced, and 10 percent expert runs across 25 officially designated courses. One-third of the ski area remains ungroomed, including gated tree run zones accessed from the upper mountain. The longest run extends 4,000 metres from summit to base, with the steepest slopes reaching 35 degrees in advanced tree skiing areas.
The resort maintains a low-key local atmosphere with minimal crowds on weekdays, though weekend influxes from Asahikawa occur. A 500-seat restaurant occupies the second floor of the base centre house, whilst a mountaintop cafe features an open fireplace and views across central Hokkaido. Children under elementary school age ski free, and full equipment rental packages cost 13,000 yen per day.
Kamui participates in the Hokkaido Powder Belt Pass, a five-day ticket valid at Furano, Tomamu, and Kamui within a 10-day window for 38,000 yen. The 2025-2026 season runs 13 December to 31 March with daily operations from 9:00am to 4:00pm. The resort suits intermediate to advanced skiers seeking uncrowded powder and tree skiing without destination resort infrastructure or lodging.
601m
Vertical
30
Runs
124 acres
Skiable
13m
Annual snow
The Terrain
30 runs across 124 acres skiable
Kamui Ski Links spreads 30 runs across 124 acres skiable of terrain. It leans beginner at 38%, with 11 beginner runs to find your feet and 9 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
30
runs
30 runs across 4 grades
Beginner11 runs · 38%
Intermediate10 runs · 32%
Advanced6 runs · 20%
Expert3 runs · 10%
Time it right
When to visit Kamui Ski Links
The 2025-2026 season operates from 13 December 2025 to 31 March 2026, a span of approximately 15 weeks. Daily hours run 9:00am to 4:00pm with no night skiing available. The resort typically opens in early December and closes by early April depending on snow conditions.
Kamui receives over 8 metres of average annual snowfall, with some sources citing up to 10 metres in heavy years. The inland basin location produces cold, dry powder with minimal humidity, and January temperatures average minus 3 degrees Celsius with lows near minus 12 degrees. Blue sky days occur frequently due to the sheltered continental position, and fresh snow remains light and untracked longer than coastal resorts.
Optimal timing runs late December through early February when snowfall peaks and temperatures stay consistently cold for powder preservation. Weekdays offer the quietest conditions with fresh tracks available throughout ungroomed zones. March brings milder spring snow whilst maintaining good coverage at 751-metre summit elevation.
Asahikawa City hosts a Winter Festival in early February featuring ice sculptures and regional culture. The resort publishes daily snow reports by 7:30am on its website and social channels. No seasonal night skiing or special events programmes operate, keeping the focus on daytime powder skiing and snowboarding.
Season 2025-2026
5 Dec 2025
Opens
29 Mar 2026
Closes
114
Days open
13 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Kamui Ski Links, and where to stay
Kamui Ski Links sits within Asahikawa City in the Kamikawa subprefecture of central Hokkaido, approximately 20 kilometres from downtown Asahikawa. The base sits at 150 metres elevation on the northwestern slopes of Kamuiyama in the Dohoku region. The area was historically known as Kamui Village before merging with Asahikawa in 1955, with the name deriving from the Ainu word meaning divine being.
Asahikawa is Hokkaido's second-largest city with over 1,200 restaurants and serves as the primary accommodation base 30 minutes from the resort. Furano lies 70 kilometres south, a 45-50 minute drive. Sapporo sits 90 minutes southwest via the Hokkaido Expressway. The resort has no ski-in accommodation, with guests staying in Asahikawa, Furano, or occasionally Sapporo.
By car, take Route 233 north from Asahikawa for 30 minutes or exit the Hokkaido Expressway at Fukagawa IC and follow Route 12 from Sapporo in 90 minutes. Ample free parking exists at the base. Winter driving requires studless tyres on all approaches.
Asahikawa Airport sits approximately 17 kilometres from the resort with direct flights from Tokyo Haneda in 95 minutes, then 40 minutes by bus to Asahikawa City. New Chitose Airport near Sapporo lies 150 kilometres away, serving major international and domestic routes. Dohoku Bus operates Route 455 Rapid Santa Links Line from Asahikawa Station and major hotels in 40 minutes for 1,000 yen, plus direct airport buses from Asahikawa Airport in 60 minutes.
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Current conditions
Snow Report
Updated 23 Aug 2026
751m
summit
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new snow · last 24 hours
Clear15°C / 25°C · SW 14km/h
Snowfall
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Total lifts6
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5 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026
Hour by Hour
Next 43 hours· Updated Aug 23, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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7-Day Outlook
751 mUpdated Aug 23, 2026 at 5:02 PMOpen-Meteo
Days 1–7
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Days 8–14
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Sun, Aug 23
Drizzle
Temp25° / 15°°C
Snow0.0cm(79%)
Wind14 km/h SW
Live snow from the resort feed; forecast from Open-Meteo, via Supabase.
Understanding the Kamui Ski Links snow report
Planning a day at Kamui Ski Links? Our snow report combines official mountain data with live weather so you know exactly what conditions look like right now, from the 150m base to the 751m summit.
Snow measurements
Our snow reports measure snowfall in centimeters over multiple time windows — last 24 hours, last 7 days, and the season total. Base depth reflects accumulation at the 150m base area, while summit depth captures conditions 601m higher at 751m, where snow typically stays colder and lingers longer. Imperial conversions are shown alongside for convenience.
Weather conditions
Current weather conditions affect snow quality. Cold temperatures with low wind typically preserve snow quality, while warm temperatures or rain can impact conditions negatively — something worth watching closely at Kamui Ski Links's 150m base elevation, where temperatures run milder than the summit.
Data sources
Kamui Ski Links snow data is collected through a combination of on-mountain reports and weather forecasting services, giving you both official resort updates and independent forecast data in one place. The mountain is served by 6 lifts, including a gondola.
When to check
The biggest swings usually happen right after a storm. Check Kamui Ski Links's report in the morning for the freshest numbers, and again in the afternoon as conditions evolve.