Hakuba boasts over 11 metres of annual snow fall with versatile terrain for all snow riders. This amazing ski holiday destination has champagne powder, blue bird days, the Japanese experience all set against the breathtaking Alps. Would you believe this… it has been reported that out of the top 4 resorts in the world for the most annual snowfall, Japan holds 3 of them. Happo One is one of them.

Steep and Deep - with endless powder days and the steepest runs of all Japan’s 600 ski resorts Hakuba is one of the most popular ski destination in Japan. Hakuba combines 11 ski resorts centred around the Olympic ski jump stadium from the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics. Happo One - The resort with the biggest skiable area, most lifts, highest elevation, longest runs and best access to the back country area is right on your door step. The other main resorts of Goryu and Hakuba 47 are just a free shuttle ride away.

The King of the Hakuba Valley and centre of all resorts, Happo is the highest and most versatile resort in Hakuba. Wide open beginner to expert runs and no out of bounds rules make Happo one of the best choices of the Hakuba resorts.

A skiers and boarders first choice in Hakuba with a great children's area. Boasting more on-piste riding than any other ski area in Hakuba. The awesome backcountry accessible from mid level and top lifts that will bring you to tears! Home of the 1998 Winter Olympics Downhill, GS and Nordic combined events.

A close second to Happo is Hakuba Goryu and is favoured by many. Boasting a good halfpipe and jump park in the area and plenty of versatile terrain for everyone. The Goryu base station is a new international centre providing for all retail, commercial and information needs.

Like Happo 47 has awesome backcountry which is accessible from top lifts. Hakuba 47 has many north facing slopes (meaning powder unaffected by the sun) and some very steep terrain.

With many intermediate level slopes this resort is dedicated to skiers and boarders needs. Featuring a great halfpipe and a lot of wide open terrain, Iwatake is a popular resort on weekends with the locals. A great place to take the family.

This small resort located on the other side of the valley is best suited to beginners or young families.  For the best photos of Hakuba town, Happo and 47/Goryu you can’t beat this location.

The season in Hakuba lasts from the beginning of December until the beginning of May. There are usually guaranteed powder conditions from mid December to mid March. Hakuba boasts over 11 metres of annual snow fall with versatile terrain for all snow riders. This amazing ski holiday destination has champagne powder, blue bird days, the Japanese experience all set against the breathtaking Alps. Would you believe this… it has been reported that out of the top 4 resorts in the world for the most annual snowfall, Japan holds 3 of them. Happo One is one of them.