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Hidden in the northern end of Shiga Kogen lies the serene Okushiga. Away from the main ski areas and the hustle and bustle of the crowds, you can enjoy peace and tranquility with just you, your skis ...

The central area of Shiga Kogen is by itself bigger than most Japanese resorts and your gateway to the entire resort. With the greatest concentration of accommodation, restaurants and bars, and servi...

As one of the most popular ski resort destinations in Shiga Kogen, Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort brings a lot to the table. With a rich variety of terrains, 2 gondolas, 3 lifts ensuring a smooth riding ex...

Yokoteyama area is on the top right of the map and it exists out of the Yokoteyama Ski Area, Kumanoyu Ski Area and Kidoike Ski Area among a few others. This area has just like the other two ...

Snow mobiles are often used in Shiga Kogen's heavy-snow area for patrolling up in the mountains or for rescue purposes. The snow mobile is also used in a different, more entertaining way: for out...

Located in the Maruike ski fields – some of the earliest ski areas you come to when arriving in Shiga Kogen Ski Resort – the Maruike Snow Activity Park is one of two dedicated play areas popular ...

Located directly in front of the Prince Hotel West Wing in the Yakebitai ski fields of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the Yakebitaiyama Family Snow Park is open from mid-December until late-March. Offer...

If you are looking for a fun and easy activity while visiting Shiga Kogen Ski Resort why not try a ‘snowdrive’ or ‘snowscoot’? Snowdrives (pictured above) offer a uniquely Japanese snow activity ...

Based in the Okushiga ski fields of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, Shiga Kogen International Ski School offers skiing and snowboarding lessons in English and other foreign languages. Both group and private ...