Snow Park Guide

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Park Map

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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.

Trail & Lift Information

Trail & Lift Information

Step Up Park North Step Up Park North

Level: Beginner to intermediate/advanced

Time: 10:00～15:00

This slopestyle park is open from the opening of the ski resort until spring.

A park that can be enjoyed for a long season The park will be open from opening day until spring. It will gradually expand depending on the snow conditions, and in the high season it will become an intermediate to advanced level slopestyle park. In the spring, it is planned to be a park that can be enjoyed by a wide range of skiers from beginners to advanced skiers.

Park that can be washed away Flowing Park

Level: Anyone

距離: 1800m

A terrain park that anyone can enjoy. Fly, turn on the walls, and the possibilities for fun are endless.

A park where everyone can have fun "Fun Ride Park" is a course created with undulating terrain, gaps, banks, and more. Jump, ski, turn on the wall, and more. There are endless ways to play and show off. This is a course where people of all levels can enjoy skiing together.

Step Up Park South Step Up Park South

Level: Beginner to advanced intermediate level

Time: 10:00～15:00

A snow park where you can step from beginner to intermediate to advanced level.

A fun park where you can improve your skills for sure Slopestyle skiing for beginners to intermediate/advanced skiers. Kickers are planned to be 2-10m high. A hiking area will also be set up! The Rider's will also be open as a restaurant, so you can use it as a base for fun.

Global Park Global Park

Level: ∞《Professional Level》

Remarks: Helmets must be worn and a consent form must be filled out at the ticket counter.

20m kicker for athletes

World-class big air A 20m kicker of world-class quality will be installed. To use the course, please wear a helmet and fill out a consent form at the ticket counter. Viewing from the side of the course is also possible.

night park Night Snow Park

Night-only snow park

A hot park only available at night The park is open only during nighttime hours.

Frozen Tree A Frozen tree A

period: As soon as there is enough snow

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.

The remains of the Peak Chair lift are also interesting Points to note The Tree Run Zone is a "self-responsibility area." Unlike regular courses, there are hidden dangers such as tree holes and obstacles. Please use the area based on your own skiing ability, snow conditions, and weather. Rescue fees will be charged. Signs will guide you to the entrance. Please be careful not to enter by going under or over ropes or tape. Some parts of the zone are also cordoned off with ropes, so please do not go under or over them. To protect the natural environment, please be careful not to damage standing trees while enjoying this magnificent Bandai forest. To protect the vegetation, the zone will reopen once there is sufficient snow. Please do not enter during the closure period.

Freezen Tree B Frozen tree B

period: As soon as there is enough snow

Accessible from the Frost Chair

Points to note The Tree Run Zone is a "self-responsibility area." Unlike regular courses, there are hidden dangers such as tree holes and obstacles. Please use the area based on your own skiing ability, snow conditions, and weather. Rescue fees will be charged. Signs will guide you to the entrance. Please be careful not to enter by going under or over ropes or tape. Some parts of the zone are also cordoned off with ropes, so please do not go under or over them. To protect the natural environment, please be careful not to damage standing trees while enjoying this magnificent Bandai forest. To protect the vegetation, the zone will reopen once there is sufficient snow. Please do not enter during the closure period.

Frozen Tree C Frozen tree C

period: As soon as there is enough snow

Accessible from the Frost Chair. Walk a little further before approaching. Be careful as there is a stream on the lift side.

POWDER DEEP POWDER DEEP

Place: Deep 1 and 2

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.

Powder guaranteed! When heavy snowfall is forecast, the lifts will be closed and the snow will be stored before opening again, ensuring powder riding.

CAT tour dedicated area CAT tour area

Level: Advanced (uncompressed snow, intermediate to advanced slopes)

Reservation: Advance online reservation

This area is only available for tours by CAT (snow vehicle).

Private ski slopes with cat rides This tour is limited to six people per trip and takes you to areas that can only be reached by snowmobile. It has intermediate to advanced slopes and is a popular activity when the powder is fresh.

Devil Hike Up Area (Self-Responsibility Area) Hike up area

Place: Devil 1 upper part

Points to note: *Please note that there is a fee for all rescue operations in the "Self-Responsibility Special Area."

This is an area where you can enjoy powder snow by hiking up. The view of Mt. Bandai from the summit is spectacular.

Night Course Night skiing trail

Place: Zunai 1 and 2

Night skiing will be held at Zunai 1 and 2! The snow will be packed down before the night skiing.

2km long course with packed snow After the snow has been packed down, the first track feels great on a slightly chilly night!

Rime Path (snow walking route) Snowtop walking route

距離: 800m

Remarks: Snowshoes recommended

period: This season has ended.

A walking path through a beech forest connecting the southern and northern areas.

A walking path through the beech forest connecting the southern and northern areas This is a 15-minute, 800m walking path through a beautiful beech forest. There are lifts between areas, but you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery at your own pace.

Banked Park in Spring Spring Banked Park

Level: Intermediate (the upper part is an advanced slope)

Schedule: Late March - as long as snow permits

The famous deep banked slalom and terrain play park area opens in spring

Spring's famous deep banked slalom The deep banked slalom has become a spring specialty. Come join us and help develop it! There will also be equipment installed below the bank that will allow you to play on the terrain.

Pole Barn Slalom/Giant Slalom

Place: North Area Deep 1 Lower Course or South Area Frozen 3

Date: Events and schedulesCLICK HEREIt is scheduled to be released.

Remarks: Helmet required

GS and slalom pole barns.

Alpine ski practice slope This is a pole barn for GS and slalom. Local teams will set up the facilities. Events vary depending on the day. While the facility is free to use, please cooperate with maintenance and sharing the facilities.

NEKOMA KIDS PARK NORTH Sledding area(North)

Place: Next to Friendly Cat Express

Prices: Free

NEKOMA KIDS PARK! This is a kids' slope that even children who are new to the slopes can enjoy.

Sledding, striders and tubing are available.

Devil Cat Chair Devil cat chair

8:30-15:30

2-seater

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 5:55-14:30

Forest Cat Chair Forest cat chair

8:30-15:30

2-seater

As the name suggests, this lift passes through a beech forest.

2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:30-14:30

Excite Cat Chair Excite cat chair

8:40-15:30

2-seater

A lift that goes up next to a steep slope.
Cheer for cool skating!

2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:40-14:30

Deep Cat Chair Deep cat chair

9:00-15:30

2-seater

A deep area where snow accumulates.
In the high season, it's a powder guaranteed area.

2026 / 3 / 28 ~
8:00-14:30

Friendly Cat Express Friendly cat express

8:30-15:30

4-seater

Recommended for first-time lift riders.
You can ride with a beginner's lift ticket.

2026 / 3 / 28 ~
7:30-14:30

Snow Escalator (North Area) Magic carpet (North area)

9:00-15:30

Escalator

Nyaruts Chair (articulated lift) Nyalts chair（Connect lift)

8:45-14:50

2-seater

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)

Rock Chair Rock chair

8:50-15:10

2-seater

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.

Frost Chair Frozen chair

8:50-14:50

2-seater

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.

ALTS Express Alts express

8:30-15:30

4-seater

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)

First Chair First chair

9:00-15:30

2-seater

Recommended for first-time lift riders.
Comes with a safety bar.
You can ride with a beginner's lift ticket.

White Valley Chair White valley chair

8:40-15:30

2-seater

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.

Black Valley Express Black valley express

8:40-15:00

4-seater

If you want to enjoy the four steep slopes to the fullest, this is the lift for you.

Batou Chair Batow chair

10:00-14:00

2-seater

Global Park lift

Scheduled to operate only on Global Park opening days
Specific days from late February to early March

Snow Escalator (South Area) Magic carpte (South area)

9:00-15:30

Escalator

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.

Slope style
- Step Up Park North
  - North Area
  Step Up Park North
  
  Beginner to advanced levels
  
  Long season park lasting approximately 5 months
  
  Business period:
  
  2025/11/29 ~ 2026/5/6
  
  Hours:
  
  Place:
  
  Devil 3
  
  This slopestyle park is open from the opening of the ski resort until spring.
  The lift is easy to operate and the best part is that you can get a panoramic view from the lift!
  The opening starts with beginner-level playable items and gradually gets bigger.
  In the high season, the slope style is approximately 5m to 10m long and is suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers.
- Step Up Park South
  - South area
  Step Up Park South
  
  Beginner to intermediate
  
  A park where you can improve step by step
  
  Business period:
  
  Mid-January to Mid-March
  
  Hours:
  
  course:
  
  Black Valley 1/White Valley 1
  
  This park is equipped with items that make it easier to practice repeatedly.
  Kickers are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from roughly 2m to 10m.
  You can try bigger ones one by one, or choose ones that suit your technique and practice.
  You can practice together from beginner to intermediate level.
  You can hike up in front of The Rider's! ♪
- Global Park
  - South area
  Global Park
  
  Professional level
  
  World Championship Class Kicker
  
  Business day:
  
  Late February to early March (planned)
  
  Hours:
  
  place :
  
  Batou 1
  
  Notes:
  
  Helmets are required and you must fill out a consent form at the information desk.
  
  The event may be canceled or the usage method may be changed suddenly depending on the snow conditions, etc.
  Please understand.
  
  A giant kicker of world championship quality will be appearing again this year.
  *Please fill out a consent form on the day and wear an armband when using the facility.
  *Helmet required
- Night park
  - South area
  night park
  
  Intermediate
  
  Everyone's having fun under the cocktail lights
  
  Business period:
  
  February night game opening hours
  
  Hours:
  
  place :
  
  Between ALTS Express and First Chair
  
  Night-only park.
  In addition to repeated practice, this park is also fun because of the unique atmosphere of night games!
Terrain play
- Flowing Park
  - South area
  Park that can be washed away
  
  Beginners - Anyone
  
  Let's all have fun!
  
  Business period:
  
  Mid-Jan to mid-Mar
  
  Hours:
  
  place :
  
  Dat
  
  A long and fun terrain play park of about 1800m for everyone to enjoy!
  Waves, banks, walls, spines, etc.
  Flying, turning on walls, and free-form lines mean endless ways to play.
  Even those who think the park is scary will find it fun, just like an attraction.
  It also helps improve your skating skills!
- Spring Banked Park
  - North Area
  Banked Park in Spring
  
  Beginner
  
  Spring's famous terrain play
  
  Business period:
  
  Late Mar to mid-Apr
  
  Hours:
  
  Place:
  
  Deep 1
  
  NEKOMA Mountain is famous in spring for its deep banked slalom and terrain play areas.
  This is a park where you can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snow skating, scooting, and more, regardless of the gear you use.

FAQ

Sales information

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
(South area: December 13, 2025 - April 5, 2026)
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.
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.

Snow Park Guide

Park Map

Park introduction

Step Up Park North

Step Up Park North

Step Up Park South

Step Up Park South

Global Park

Global Park

Night park

night park

Flowing Park

Park that can be washed away

Spring Banked Park

Banked Park in Spring

FAQ

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QWhat is Hoshino Resorts NEKOMA Mountain?

QWhat are your business hours?

QWhat are the lift opening hours?

QWhen do lift tickets go on sale?

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