Otaru Tenguyama

Otaru Tenguyama offers a distinctive skiing experience with spectacular views over Ishikari Bay and the historic port city of Otaru. This compact resort delivers an intimate skiing experience where you can watch ships entering the harbor while gliding down snow-covered slopes. The mountain's varied terrain provides excellent learning opportunities for beginners while offering enough challenges to keep intermediate skiers engaged, all within sight of the sea - a rare combination in Japanese skiing.

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Ropeway Summit

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Elevation: 532m / 1745ft

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The resort's lift system consists of four efficiently placed lifts, including a central ropeway that carries skiers from the base to the 532-meter summit in just minutes. This straightforward setup ensures easy navigation and quick access to all nine courses. The ropeway's observation deck at the summit station provides stunning panoramic views of Otaru City, making every ascent a scenic journey.

Otaru Tenguyama Lift System

Total Ski Lifts = 3

Aerial Tram

Double Chair

Otaru Tenguyama Resort Elevation

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

99 ac

40.1 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

50%

Intermediate

20%

Advanced

30%

Expert

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Location

Just 30 minutes from Sapporo and minutes from central Otaru, Tenguyama combines easy accessibility with a rich cultural experience. The resort's location above the historic port city allows visitors to combine skiing with exploration of Otaru's famous canal district, fresh seafood markets, and glass workshops. This proximity to city attractions makes Tenguyama perfect for those wanting to blend winter sports with cultural exploration, all within a convenient distance from Hokkaido's major transport hubs.

Otaru Tenguyama

, hokkaido

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Season Info

Skiing at Tenguyama typically runs from mid-December through late March, with optimal conditions in January and February. The resort's proximity to the Sea of Japan ensures regular snowfall throughout the season, while its unique coastal location creates interesting weather patterns that can deliver surprising powder days. Night skiing until 9 PM offers a magical experience as the city lights of Otaru twinkle below, creating an enchanting backdrop for evening runs.

Current Season

2024-2025

Opening Day

12/5/2024

Closing Day

3/29/2025

Days Open

115