Located only 15-minutes drive from Hakuba Station or the Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal, Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort is one of the most popular winter sports destinations in Nagano. Connected to Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park, the combined resort offers a total of around 100 hectares of terrain covered by a single all-mountain pass *. Well-suited to beginners and intermediates, Goryu also offers open tree zones and outstanding mountain views and, for upper-intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders, access to some of Hakuba’s best backcountry.

Hakuba Goryu offers terrain suited to all levels with good intermediate and advanced runs at the top. From the top, visitors can also head into the connected ski fields of Hakuba47, which in combination with Goryu offers 24 ski runs*. Lower run areas are well-suited to beginners including absolute newbies, with English ski/snowboard school, childcare facilities and a range of services for international visitors. With night-skiing and terrain park also available, Hakuba Goryu is popular for many reasons.

— Hakuba Goryu – All You Need to Know

— 25 Things to Do Around Hakuba

— Tours and Charters To/From Hakuba

*Please note, the statistics provided on this page – including a total of 70ha terrain and 16 ski runs – are just for Hakuba Goryu. When combined with the connected Hakuba47 the combined resort totals 100 hectares of terrain and 24 ski runs – all covered by the resort’s single all-mountain pass, the Hakuba Valley Pass and/or EPIC Pass.

HAKUBA GORYU – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

When approaching from Nagano City, Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort is the first ski resort of the Hakuba Valley that you’ll come to. In that regard it’s the gateway to the valley and one of the most popular resorts making-up the winter playground of Hakuba.

Like most resorts in the valley, Hakuba Goryu receives a huge amount of snow each year and boasts one of the longest seasons of any resort, typically running from December to early-May. Easily accessible from Hakuba Station and Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal, the resort is offers a good mix of terrain and courses suitable to all levels, perhaps best suited to intermediate skiers and snowboarders. Known for its great powder, the resort has opened-up a small ‘Open Tree Zone’, has access to backcountry and is the most popular resort in Hakuba Valley for night-skiing.  

Connected to Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park via its upper runs, Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort is another of Hakuba Valley’s most popular resorts. The two resorts can be enjoyed using an all-mountain pass, the Hakuba Valley Pass or EPIC Pass – covering a total area of terrain comparable to Happo One – but to keep things simple, let’s address each resort in its own right.

Operating Dates & Times

Dependent on snow conditions, areas of the resort are typically open from late-November until early-May, with the full resort usually open from mid-December until the start of April. Lifts operate from around 08:00 to 17:00. Night-skiing is available from 18:00 to 21:30, from opening to close of the full resort.

The Stats

The resort sits between 950 to 1676 metres elevation, offering a decent 726 metres of elevation across 70 hectares of terrain and 16 courses serviced by 12 lifts and 1 gondola. The official breakdown is: beginner 35% / intermediate 40% / advanced 25%. From the top, visitors can also head into the connected ski fields of Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park, which in combination with Goryu offers a total of 100 hectares of terrain and 24 ski runs. The longest run in Goryu is 5km.

Highlights

Known for its powder and some steep terrain, Goryu could be a backcountry paradise! Access to those areas is however strictly monitored with visitors confined to the small ‘Open Tree Zone’. Advanced skiers and snowboarders wanting to enjoy backcountry should do so with a local guide. While the resort doesn’t have many black runs, it does boast Hakuba Valley’s steepest slope – the Champion Expert Course. Intermediate skiers/snowboarders should head up top and enjoy the area around Alps Daira while beginners can stay around the base, where runs are gentle and well-groomed.

Terrain Park & Backcountry

Goryu has a small terrain park located next to the Toomi 1st Chairlift with a larger park in the connected slopes of Hakuba47. Backcountry can be entered from the very top of the resort via the gate next to Alps No.4 Chairlift. The gate is clearly marked with plenty of warnings. Anyone attempting backcountry must be register their intention to do so, be familiar with the rules and safety advice of the resort, be properly experienced and equipped including wearing a beacon/transmitter, and always go with someone. While Hakuba Goryu has some fantastic backcountry is it vital to always put your safety first, be familiar with the risks, and follow the rules at all times. Rescue outside of the resort boundary might be slow and expensive. The risks are real so never go alone.

Tickets & Passes

Day Passes and multi-day passes are both available, and cover the Goryu and Hakuba47 area. Discounts are available for children, and for purchasing multiple day passes. Please contact us if you would like to add lift tickets to your ski package in advance.

Rental & Ski School

Ski and snowboard rental is available inside Escal Plaza – at the base of the resort – and other independent operators in the surrounding area. Burton also operate a brand-store and rental inside the same building. A couple of ski and snowboard schools operate at Goryu, including English-language group, private and kids lessons. A specialist ski school is also available however only provides Japanese-speaking instructors and guides. Please contact us for more information concerning ski lessons.

Kids & Families

Located at the Toomi Slope directly infront of Escal Plaza, a dedicated kids area is free of charge and allows children and families to enjoy using sled and other devices, while a daycare centre is available for children aged 1 to 5 and is open from 09:00 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 16:00.　The ‘Woodland’ playground and infant facilities are also available inside Escal Plaza.

Accommodation & Village Info   

Centred around Escal Plaza at the base of the ski fields, a good number of restaurants and some bars are available, with accommodation largely centred around the forested village near the Toomi slopes. Several hotels, pensions, ski lodges and self-contained accommodation provide a limited but decent range of choice for visitors staying in and around Goryu. For listings, see our ‘Hakuba Goryu/47 Area’ hotel page.

Getting to Hakuba Goryu

Distance to Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal: 6km / <15-min drive.

The resort is accessible by local bus or taxi from Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal and Hakuba Station. For directions to Hakuba Goryu, please see our ‘How to Get to Hakuba – Nagano Ski Resorts Info’ page. For visitors heading to Goryu using their own vehicle, the main parking area has space for around 1500 cars and is free of charge.

25 THINGS TO DO AROUND HAKUBA

Hakuba has a lot to do in any season. Beyond the world class skiing and snowboarding, there is also hiking, mountain biking, and more which entice visitors to keep coming back year round. Before your trip, we highly recommend looking into all the options available to make your decisions around accommodation and daily itineraries easier. For more information, please see our page ‘25 Things to Do Around Hakuba & Where to Stay‘

TOURS AND CHARTERS TO/FROM HAKUBA

As one of Nagano’s top tour providers, we are pleased to offer a number of tours starting from Hakuba, as well as private charter services making it easy for you to reach the area, or head to your next destination. Regardless of what you are looking for, we will have something to offer you.

1 Day Tour

1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake in Nagano
Period	All Year Round
Time	09:35 – 17:35
Meeting Place	Nagano Station Hakuba (winter only)
Adult Rate	¥17,800
Child Rate	¥11,000

Our most popular tour, this exciting day trip includes a morning visit to Zenkoji Temple, a sake tasting experience, an amazing Japanese lunch, and a trip to the Snow Monkey Park! With pick up available from multiple locations in Hakuba and Nagano Station, it is extremely easy to partake even if you are coming from Tokyo on the day. You may even mix and match pick up and drop off locations, using this tour as a convenient way to see the sights and move around the region.

Private Tour

[START FROM HAKUBA] Private Snow Monkey Tour
Period	All Year Round
Time	8:30 to 17:15 ~ 18:30
Meeting Place	Any location in Hakuba
Price	¥181,600 ~ / group

This tour follows much the same itinerary as the above tour, but with one big change – its private! Your group will get the guides undivided attention and all of the space on our tour vehicle, allowing you more freedom and time to ask the guide any questions you wish. Additionally, we even find time to fit in one more stop, the charming town of Obuse ( a little like a small Kyoto in Nagano). For larger groups, this option will even be more cost effective than the group tour so make sure to consider it when making your plans.

Getting to Hakuba, especially with a lot of ski equipment in tow, may not always be so easy. Luckily, our charter services allow you to cut out troublesome transfers and instead be transported door-to-door in style on our clean and modern vans and buses. We offer pick up from Tokyo and Nagoya, or even farther afield, and can take you right to your hotel. Additionally, you can use our services for day trips when you aren’t skiing, and can even attach a guide to make the day a private tour. Please click HERE for more information on pricing and availability.