Lift & Trail Guide
LIFT & TRAIL GUIDE
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Opens Saturday, November 29, 2025!
The long season is scheduled to run for 159 days until Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
A vast tree run zone is open this season!
NEKOMA Mountain will continue to evolve, offering not only great skiing, but also gourmet food, kids' lessons, season pass benefits, and more.
The Forest Cat Chair, which was out of service last season due to a malfunction, is scheduled to reopen this season.
This season's topicsCLICK HERE.
South Area (formerly ALTS Bandai) South Area
North Area (formerly NEKOMA Ski Resort) North Area


Click on each name to see a summary.
Click on each name to see a summary.
PurchaseCLICK HERE.
We have started recruiting for winter part-time jobs.
Would you like to work with us in the snowy mountains?
Click here to apply
Opens Saturday, November 29, 2025!
The long season is scheduled to run for 159 days until Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
A vast tree run zone is open this season!
NEKOMA Mountain will continue to evolve, offering not only great skiing, but also gourmet food, kids' lessons, season pass benefits, and more.
The Forest Cat Chair, which was out of service last season due to a malfunction, is scheduled to reopen this season.
This season's topicsCLICK HERE.
Trails & Lifts
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Devil Cat Chair Devil cat chair
- North Area
You can get a good view of the park while riding.
Cheer for good skating!2026 / 3 / 28 ~
Weekdays 7:30-14:30
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 5:55-14:308:30-15:30 -

Forest Cat Chair Forest cat chair
- North Area
As the name suggests, this lift passes through a beech forest.
2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:30-14:308:30-15:30 -

Excite Cat Chair Excite cat chair
- North Area
A lift that goes up next to a steep slope.
Cheer for cool skating!2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:40-14:308:40-15:30 -

Deep Cat Chair Deep cat chair
- North Area
A deep area where snow accumulates.
In the high season, it's a powder guaranteed area.2026 / 3 / 28 ~
8:00-14:309:00-15:30 -

Friendly Cat Express Friendly cat express
- North Area
Recommended for first-time lift riders.
You can ride with a beginner's lift ticket.2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:30-14:308:30-15:30 -

Snow Escalator (North Area) Magic carpet (North area)
- North Area
9:00-15:30 -

Nyaruts Chair (articulated lift) Nyalts chair(Connect lift)
- South area
- North Area
A lift connecting the north and south areas.
Boarding is possible from both directions.
Enjoy the beech forest and the scenery.2026 / 3 / 28 ~
8:45-14:40
(Southbound buses bound for north are -14:30)8:45-14:50 -

Rock Chair Rock chair
- South area
Use this lift to return to the South (formerly ALTS Bandai) Resort Center.
The name comes from a large rock on the Black Valley 5 course.8:50-15:10 -

Frost Chair Frozen chair
- South area
The view from the lift is also spectacular.
If you look back near the summit, you can see Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai in its entirety.8:50-14:50 -

ALTS Express Alts express
- South area
Hooded high speed lift.
If you want to ski long courses or go deeper, you should first head to this lift.
Lifts operate during nighttime skiing.*First ride starts at 8:15
* Nighttime skiing is from 16:30 to 20:00 (closed from 15:30 to 16:30 due to packed snow)8:30-15:30 -

First Chair First chair
- South area
Recommended for first-time lift riders.
Comes with a safety bar.
You can ride with a beginner's lift ticket.9:00-15:30 -

White Valley Chair White valley chair
- South area
Use this route to return to Minami (formerly ALTS Bandai) Resort Center.
You can also use this lift to access the lower part of the Step Up Park.8:40-15:30 -

Black Valley Express Black valley express
- South area
If you want to enjoy the four steep slopes to the fullest, this is the lift for you.
8:40-15:00 -

Batou Chair Batow chair
- South area
Global Park lift
Scheduled to operate only on Global Park opening days
Specific days from late February to early March10:00-14:00 -

Snow Escalator (South Area) Magic carpte (South area)
- South area
By increasing the number to two, you can now use longer courses!
This is also the place to start if you want to try sledding or your first ski/snowboard experience.The fee is ¥1,500/day (ages 5 and over) and includes rental of various sleds.
Free entry for elementary school students and above with lift tickets.
* 500 yen for accompanying parents (1500 yen if using a sled)
※ Free for 4 and younger
*There will also be a separate free sledding area without a snow escalator.9:00-15:30
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North Area North Area
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Intermediate
- North Area

Devil 1 Devil1
A pleasant, wide, medium slope. Opening at 5:55 in the spring makes it hard to believe it's spring.
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Advanced
- North Area

Devil 2 Devil2
A steep slope leading to the park. On powder days, jump in when the park opens.
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Intermediate
- North Area

Devil 3 Devil3
This is a permanent course in the park. However, there are terrains outside the park that you can enjoy, so you can ski alongside the park as well!
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Intermediate
- North Area

Forest 1 Forest1
This course leads to the deep area. There is a slope along the way, but the rest is gentle.
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Advanced
- North Area

Forest 2 Forest2
A shortcut to the deep end. The terrain changes and cliffs appear, so it only opens once there is a solid snowfall.
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Intermediate
- North Area

Forest 3 Forest3
A stream-like course in the forest. This is the place for wall skiing. Once you get past the short, medium slope at the start, it's relatively easy even for beginners.
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Beginner
- North Area

Friendly slopes Friendly
A wide, gentle slope perfect for first timers.
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Advanced
- North Area

Excite 1 Excite1
A steep, single run known as "NEKOMA Run." Enjoy both packed snow and powder at high speed.
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Intermediate
- North Area

Excite 2 Excite2
The start is a little steep, but once you get past that, the slope continues and is easy to ski on.
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Advanced
- North Area

Deep 1 Deep1
As the name suggests, this is a course where powder accumulates. During the peak season, the lifts are closed when snowfall is expected, and only open once the snow has accumulated!
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Intermediate
- North Area

Deep 2 Deep2
This is a pleasant course with varying slopes along the ridge. Be careful as the start is steep.
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[South] Peak and Rime Ice Area Bandai Frozen Area
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Intermediate
- South area

Peak 1 Peak1
The course is a little narrow, descending along the ridge from the summit. It's difficult to overtake the person in front of you, so be careful of the gap.
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Intermediate
- South area

Peak 2 Peak2
This hidden powder spot with the best views is just a 1-minute walk from Frozen 5.
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Advanced
- South area

Peak 3 Peak3
This is the best mogul course in the southern area. Located at the back of the ski resort, you can enjoy powder snow for a long time after it snows.
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Beginner
- South area
Peak 3 Ridge Peak3ridge
Peaks 1 and 2 are accessible by a short walk.
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Beginner
- South area

Peak 4 Peak4
The wide course allows for gentle slopes and big turns. It's also popular for freestyle snowboarding.
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Intermediate
- South area

Frozen 1 Frozen1
This is the access road to Peak 3. If you are heading to the mogul course, this is the route.
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Intermediate
- South area

Frozen 2 Frozen2
On days when there is no snow, the course is generally packed with snow. If there is snow, you can enjoy powder snow. This is an exhilarating course for long runs.
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Intermediate
- South area

Frozen 3 Frozen3
The view of the frost tunnel is breathtaking! The second half is a moderately steep slope that is challenging to ski on.
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Advanced

Frozen 4 Frozen4
A steep slope leading to NEKOMA Cafe (rest area). The distance is short, making it an easy challenge.
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[South] Base Area South Base Area
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Intermediate
- South area

Zunai 1 Zunai1
Approximately 2km long course. Night games are also held.
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Intermediate
- South area

Zunai 1 Lower Zunai1 lower
At the bottom of Zunai 1, below the junction with Dat, there is a medium slope.
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Beginner
- South area

Zunai 2 Zunai2
This is the first slope you see when you arrive at the ski resort. Perfect for beginners to practice.
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Intermediate
- South area

Dat Datto
"Nagareru Park" is a fun place to play with the terrain. Have fun sliding in all sorts of ways!
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Beginner

Dat Datto
"Nagareru Park" is a fun place to play with the terrain. Have fun sliding in all sorts of ways!
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Beginner
- South area

Panorama Line Panorama line
During the summer, you can enjoy driving on the scenic roads. Take a long walk and enjoy the mountain scenery.
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Advanced
- South area

Batou 1 Batow1
An ultra-advanced course where Global Park is located.
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Intermediate
- South area

Batou 2 Batow2
A moderately steep slope that slides into Lake Inawashiro.
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[South] Valley Area South Valley Area
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Intermediate
- South area

White Valley 1 White valley1
This intermediate slope is recommended for those who want to enjoy sharp, carving turns.
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Advanced
- South area

White Valley 2 White valley2
Mount Bandai towers large in front of you as you ski down the slope.
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Beginner
- South area

White Valley 3 White valley3
A beginner's course heading towards the back of the southern area.
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Advanced
- South area

Black Valley 1 Black valley1
This is the first of the "Four Steep Slopes" in the southern area that challenge advanced skiers. It features a distinctive twisting slope. During the park construction, this course is reserved for the park. (Please refrain from entering outside of park opening hours as it is dangerous due to the heavy machinery in operation.)
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Advanced
- South area

Black Valley 2 Black valley2
The second of the "Four Steep Brothers" in the southern area, aimed at experts. There is a detour for beginners.
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Beginner
- South area

Black Valley 3 Black valley3
This is a ridge course that bridges the "steep slope." Beginners can go through here, but the slope becomes steeper as you go further in, so if you're worried, you can take the detour in Black Valley 2.
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Advanced
- South area

Black Valley 4 Black valley4
The third of the "Four Steep Slope Brothers." Also known as "ALTS Run," this flat, steep slope is well-known to those in the know at NEKOMA Mountain. Take advantage of the wide slope and make large turns.
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Advanced
- South area

Black Valley 5 Black valley5
It features an iconic rock formation. It's the final slope of the "Four Steep Slopes Brothers." It's a cliff that's always covered in ungroomed snow. You'll feel like you're diving off a cliff.
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Beginner
- South area

Black Valley 2 Detour Black valley2 detour
A forest course that runs alongside Black Valley 2. For those who are not good at advanced slopes, this is the course for you.
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パ ー ク Snow Park
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Intermediate
- North Area

Step Up Park North Step Up Park North
This slopestyle park is open from the opening of the ski resort until spring.
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Beginner
- South area

Park that can be washed away Flowing Park
A terrain park that anyone can enjoy. Fly, turn on the walls, and the possibilities for fun are endless.
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Beginner
- South area

Step Up Park South Step Up Park South
A snow park where you can step from beginner to intermediate to advanced level.
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Advanced
- South area

Global Park Global Park
20m kicker for athletes
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Intermediate
- South area

night park Night Snow Park
Night-only snow park
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Snow Park Details
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Tree Run & Powder Hunt TREE RUN & POWDER HUNT
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Advanced
- South area

Frozen Tree A Frozen tree A
Tree run zone. You can enter by any line you like by going from the Frozen Chair through Frozen 1 and climbing Peak 3 a little.
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Advanced
- South area

Freezen Tree B Frozen tree B
Accessible from the Frost Chair
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Advanced
- South area

Frozen Tree C Frozen tree C
Accessible from the Frost Chair. Walk a little further before approaching. Be careful as there is a stream on the lift side.
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Intermediate
- North Area

POWDER DEEP POWDER DEEP
To maximize your enjoyment of the deep area, which receives the most snow in the northern area, when heavy snowfall is forecast, the lifts will be closed and the snow will be allowed to accumulate before reopening. You can expect guaranteed powder riding.
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Advanced
- South area

CAT tour dedicated area CAT tour area
This area is only available for tours by CAT (snow vehicle).
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Advanced
- North Area

Devil Hike Up Area (Self-Responsibility Area) Hike up area
This is an area where you can enjoy powder snow by hiking up. The view of Mt. Bandai from the summit is spectacular.
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Other items Other Item
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Intermediate
- South area

Night Course Night skiing trail
Night skiing will be held at Zunai 1 and 2! The snow will be packed down before the night skiing.
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Intermediate
- South area
- North Area

Rime Path (snow walking route) Snowtop walking route
A walking path through a beech forest connecting the southern and northern areas.
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Intermediate
- North Area

Banked Park in Spring Spring Banked Park
The famous deep banked slalom and terrain play park area opens in spring
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Advanced
- North Area

Pole Barn Slalom/Giant Slalom
GS and slalom pole barns.
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Beginner
- North Area

NEKOMA KIDS PARK NORTH Sledding area(North)
NEKOMA KIDS PARK! This is a kids' slope that even children who are new to the slopes can enjoy.
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Two ski resorts connected
A vast field spanning north and south
NEKOMA Mountain
There are groomed runs, powder snow, and even terrain play.
A variety of snow parks and mogulsBecause
Whether you're alone, in a group, with your family, or as a couple.
Have fun in your own style!
The connected lifts allow you to enjoy even more for a longer season!
Let's have a fun ride!


2025-26
information
- Business period
- 2025/11/29 (Sat) - 2026/5/6 (Wed)
South Area (formerly ALTS Bandai): Saturday, December 2025, 12 - Sunday, April 13, 2026 - Lift operating hours
- 8:30~15:30
Lift times will change during the spring season.
The operating hours of each lift areCLICK HERE - New Year's holiday period
- (Open on weekends and holidays) 2025/12/27~2026/1/4
- Nighttime operations
- Lift: ALTS Express
営業日:2026/1/10、11、2/7、14、21、22、28
16:30 - 20:00 - Equipment that can be used on the lift
- Skis, snowboards, chair skis, monoskis, telemark skis, fun skis, snowfeet, NICO, snowscoot, snow skates, etc.
- Your body and equipment are connected with bindings and leash cords to prevent falls and slippage.
・Gear must have the ability to turn and stop (e.g. snowboards, sleds, snow racers are not allowed). - Lift base
- 10 pair lifts, 3 quad lifts, 3 snow escalators (2 south, 1 north)
- Number of courses
- 33 courses
- Slope area
- 189 ha
- Summit altitude
- 1338m
- Foothills elevation
- 700m
- Rescue from off course
- For safe use of the ski resort for more details.
- Regarding pets
- When riding the lift, please make sure your pet is in a cage or bag that covers its entire body. Pets with any part of their body, including their face, exposed will not be allowed to ride.
Walking is permitted only at the bases in front of the South and North Resort Centers, and is on a lead.
If you use the lift, you will not be allowed to take your skis out of their cages or bags and walk around on the slopes after getting off the lift.
Small dogs and medium-sized dogs weighing 20 kg or less may be kept on a lead within both the South and North Areas of the building. However, they are not permitted to enter the restaurants, tenant areas, and other dining and shopping areas.
Regarding use within the facility,Terms of Use for Bringing Your Dogfor more details.
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FAQ
Ski resorts in general
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QCan I bring pets?
When riding the lift, please make sure your pet is in a cage or bag that covers its entire body. Pets with any part of their body, including their face, exposed will not be allowed to ride.
Walking is permitted only at the bases in front of the South and North Resort Centers, and is on a lead.
If you use the lift, you will not be allowed to take your skis out of their cages or bags and walk around on the slopes after getting off the lift.
Small dogs and medium-sized dogs weighing 20 kg or less may be kept on a lead within both the South and North Areas of the building. However, they are not permitted to enter the restaurants, tenant areas, and other dining and shopping areas.
Regarding use within the facility,Terms of Use for Bringing Your Dogfor more details. -
QI'd like to send my skis or snowboards in advance.
Please send it to:
Please pay attention to the area (north or south) you are using.
[South Area (formerly ALTS Bandai)]
969-3302 Sarashina Kiyohira, Bandai-machi, Yama-gun, 6838-68
Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain South Area (formerly ALTS Bandai) Yamato Delivery Corner
User name
0242-74-5000
[North Area (formerly NEKOMA Ski Resort)]
Hoshino Resort NEKOMA Mountain North Area (formerly NEKOMA Ski Resort) 969 Hibara NEKOMAyama, Kitashiobara Village, Yama District, 2701-1163
User name
0242-74-5000
*Please be sure to fill in the date of receipt (skiing date) in the comments section.
*Please ship your package so that it arrives the day before the delivery date, preferably two days before.
*We do not accept cash on delivery.
※Pick up
[North Area]
Please come to the ticket information desk.
[South Area]
Please come to the rental counter on the 1st floor of the Resort Center EAST.
*We cannot accept packages sent by any means other than Yamato Transport. Please make sure to send your package via Yamato Transport.
*Please be sure to fill in the date of receipt (skiing date) in the comments section.
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QI'd like to hold an event at a ski resort.
If you would like to hold a tournament, test drive, sampling, or other event, please feel free to contact us with a proposal or other document that explains the content (info_nekoma@nekoma.co.jp).
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QPlease tell me what equipment is available for skating.
Skis, snowboards, chair skis, monoskis, telemark skis, fun skis, snowfeets, NICOs, snowscoots, snow skates, etc. are available.
【Important Notes:】
- Your body and equipment are connected with bindings or leashes to prevent falls and slippage.
・Gear must have the ability to turn and stop (e.g. snowboards, sleds, snow racers are not allowed).
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QCan I practice skiing on the snow escalator?
The snow escalator has separate areas for sledding and beginner practice.
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QDo preschool children need lift tickets?
Preschool children also need a lift ticket (except when passing through the gate together with a baby carrier, etc.).
The lift ticket is free, but a 500 yen IC card deposit is required (refunded when you return the lift).
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QCan I ride the lift while carrying my baby?
You can ride with your baby secured in a baby carrier (carrying your baby on your back is dangerous and not allowed).
Please note that preschool children are also counted towards the capacity, so in the case of a pair lift, a parent and their child in their arms are limited to a total of two people. -
QCan I ride the lift without wearing my skis?
Only the First Chair in the South Area and the Friendly Cat Express in the North Area are allowed to board with boarding boards.
Please also use the snow escalator.
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QIs there an additional fee to use the park?
Other than the lift ticket, there are no park fees.
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QDo I need to wear a helmet?
We recommend wearing a helmet, not just in the park.
Please note that wearing a helmet is mandatory in Global Park.
If you wish to use Global Park, please fill out a consent form at the ticket counter. -
QIs there any way to deal with stains caused by oil dripping from the lift carriage?
For safe operation of the lift, grease is used for maintenance purposes, and on rare occasions, grease may leak.
Please note that our ski resort cannot provide any cleaning services for oil stains.
Sales information
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QWhat is Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain?
The former ALTS Bandai and the former NEKOMA Ski Resort have been connected by a lift to form one ski resort.
You can enjoy a variety of courses spanning the north and south of Mt. NEKOMA for about five months. -
QWhat are your business hours?
2025 year 11 month 29 day to 2026 year 5 month 6 day
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QWhat are the lift opening hours?
[Until March 27, 2026]
Daytime hours: 8:30-15:30
Nighttime hours: 16:30-20:00
[From March 28, 2026]
North Area
Weekdays: 7: 30 to 15: 00
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 5:55~15:00
South area
8:30~15:30
For details and lift operating times,Lift & Trail Guidefor more details. -
QWhen do lift tickets go on sale?
Early bird lift tickets and season passes will go on sale in October.
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QI'm having trouble purchasing lift tickets online.
Lift tickets are sold through the online shop using the Asoview system.
For inquiries regarding the WEB SHOP, such as payment and registration, please contact ASOVIEW.













































































