Furano Ski Resort Guide
Furano, Japan
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 25km |
| Highest Lift | 1,209m |
| Resort Height | 250m |
| Nearest Airport | New Chitose |
Furano
Furano ski resort offers a unique blend of excellent skiing and beautiful scenery. Known for its reliable powder snow, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
Located in the heart of Hokkaido, Furano boasts a variety of slopes and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The resort is suitable for families, beginners, and advanced skiers alike, with well-groomed pistes and ample facilities.
The ski area of Furano is at an altitude of 250m, with 25km of marked runs.
Furano has direct access to 25km of downhill skiing, with 23 marked pistes, served by a total of 12 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Furano is 4km long.
Snow and Weather
Furano enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 4 meters throughout the season. With consistent snowfall and minimal snowmelt, skiers are encouraged to check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
When will it snow in Furano?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Furano.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Furano Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 4 | 3km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 10 | 12km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 9 | 10km |
| Downhill Total Length | 25km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 12 | |
Furano Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,209m |
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| Lowest Piste | 250m |
| Resort Altitude (Furano) | 250m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Furano features two main ski areas: Furano Zone and Kitanomine Zone, with a combined area of around 1,000 acres. The highest elevation reaches 1,109 meters, with notable pistes including the Kitanomine run and the Furano Downhill, serviced by lifts such as the Furano Ropeway and the Kitanomine Gondola.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarding at Furano is enhanced by the presence of terrain parks, including the Kitanomine Terrain Park, which offers a variety of jumps and features for all skill levels. The resort's wide-open spaces also provide excellent opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Furano?
This ski resort is in Furano-shi, Hokkaido, Japan.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Furano is New Chitose, 121 minutes drive away.
To reach Furano, the best route is via New Chitose Airport, approximately 2 hours away by car or bus. Direct buses also connect the airport to Furano, making travel convenient for visitors.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 12 ski lifts are able to uplift 15,240 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Furano open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, visitors can enjoy vibrant après-ski options in Furano. Notable spots include the Furano Wine House for local wines and the Yakiniku restaurant for grilled meat, along with bars like the Prince Hotel's Lounge.
