Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort
4.2
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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yuichi0402
Sapporo, Japan2,204 contributions
Feb 2025 • Solo
It takes a little over an hour by car in the early morning from Sapporo, on the south side of Asaridake where Kiroro Resort is located.
It is the most reasonable in the Sapporo area, with a one-day Senior Day ticket costing 2,000 yen and parent and child packs and lunch packs.
It is also a ski resort for the public, with a one-day pass purchased five times across the season if you register for Kuru Toku Club, and a one-day pass free.
The snow quality is similar to that of Niseko, but the disadvantage may be that there are fewer courses for advanced skiers.
But it's great for skiing and snowboarding.
On weekdays, it takes three hours to get on the gondola about a dozen times. Also, the course is wide, so the maximum speed can go over 70km/h.
The best benefit is that even if you go on a one-day trip, you can take time to heal at places like Jozankei Onsen.
It is the most reasonable in the Sapporo area, with a one-day Senior Day ticket costing 2,000 yen and parent and child packs and lunch packs.
It is also a ski resort for the public, with a one-day pass purchased five times across the season if you register for Kuru Toku Club, and a one-day pass free.
The snow quality is similar to that of Niseko, but the disadvantage may be that there are fewer courses for advanced skiers.
But it's great for skiing and snowboarding.
On weekdays, it takes three hours to get on the gondola about a dozen times. Also, the course is wide, so the maximum speed can go over 70km/h.
The best benefit is that even if you go on a one-day trip, you can take time to heal at places like Jozankei Onsen.
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Written February 12, 2025
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JPJmaa
Hong Kong, China96 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
We took the 7:20am bus from Keio Plaza Hotel (next to Sapporo Station) reaching the ski place by 9:10a.m. We booked ahead an english speaking private coach. It is 21500 yen for 2x2hr sessions including gear. The lift ticket is 3500 yen for a day. The facilities are reasonably maintained. Most skiers were locals. We returned on the 4:30 bus reaching the hotel by 6:10. It was my son's first lesson and he enjoyed it very much.
Written December 22, 2014
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MapleLeafGirl123
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia2,426 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
We were at Kokusai in early January 2018 and the conditions were great, just as good as Niseko conditions. There are two red trails, one black diamond and the rest are all green paths. There's 4 km for beginners, 5 km for intermediates and 1.9 km of expert hills. The runs are long and wide. The chair lifts are hooded, keeping out the wind.
There are very few tourists here.
I found taking the connecting trains to Niseko was troublesome with limited schedule. I didn't know if the bus to Kokusai was any better; but it turned out trouble free and relaxing going there. The ride coming back to Sapporo station was filled with dangerous white-out conditions. The bus driver was such an expert though and he used the bus horn almost all the way back. On our journey, besides the bus driver; there is an English speaking assistant who collects the tickets and answers all your questions. If any problems arises, she will be able to communicate instructions. Bus service terminates on March 25 even though ski season continues til May 6.
The ski rentals, particularly the boots are very old and uncomfortable, terrible fit. The change rooms were good and had different locker sizes even one large enough to acommodate my very large carry-on luggage plus my Uggs. I think the lockers cost 400 and 600yen. Bring enough change.
There are several restaurants here. The ground floor snack bar was very cold and drafty. Go upstairs, it's much more comfortable there.
There are very few tourists here.
I found taking the connecting trains to Niseko was troublesome with limited schedule. I didn't know if the bus to Kokusai was any better; but it turned out trouble free and relaxing going there. The ride coming back to Sapporo station was filled with dangerous white-out conditions. The bus driver was such an expert though and he used the bus horn almost all the way back. On our journey, besides the bus driver; there is an English speaking assistant who collects the tickets and answers all your questions. If any problems arises, she will be able to communicate instructions. Bus service terminates on March 25 even though ski season continues til May 6.
The ski rentals, particularly the boots are very old and uncomfortable, terrible fit. The change rooms were good and had different locker sizes even one large enough to acommodate my very large carry-on luggage plus my Uggs. I think the lockers cost 400 and 600yen. Bring enough change.
There are several restaurants here. The ground floor snack bar was very cold and drafty. Go upstairs, it's much more comfortable there.
Written March 1, 2018
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Hilsybilsy
Sydney, Australia433 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
This place is located in Mt.Teine which is close to Sapporo. If you want a day trip ski or snowboarding from Sapporo, this is the place for it. They have 2 places for skiing. The first one is Olympia which caters for beginner skiers and the second one is highland which caters for more advanced skiers. Even if you're not into skiing or snowboarding, it's a good place to visit.
Written January 2, 2014
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MartynC_HK
Hong Kong, China338 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
My wife and I are just back from a weeks winter break in Sapporo. As part of the trip we had 3 days at Kokusai learning to snowboard.
The park is a fair distance from Sapporo city center and it can take a while to get there, especially in heavy snow. Busses are frequent in the peak season and leave from the main train station and various hotels. There is a list of the hotel stops on the Kokusai website.
We stayed at the Price Hotel, chosen because it had a Kokusai bus stop right outside, unfortunately itthe bus leaves at 7:35 in the morning so it meant early starts. The bus was a little busy but never full which was nice.
The timetable states that the bus takes about 90 minutes but it took much longer than this while we were there due to the heavy snow. Still, it’s a pleasant ride with some nice scenery as you get closer to the park.
Different types of bus ticket are available, single, return, return with lift pass. Since the lift pass was included in the lesson fee and because we didn’t know what time we would leave we selected single tickets. On the first 2 days we took the bus from the hotel in the morning and to Sapporo train station on the return. We then went shopping or had dinner in Sapporo.
Lessons start at 10:30 and we were slightly late on the first day due to the bus. Didn’t affect the day though.
We booked 3 days private lessons (2 people, full day) with a great instructor called Yama San. Yama San was extremely patient and professional. This was our first time and we had to be taught all the basics.
All costs are listed on the website. Initially I thought the lesson costs were high but after thinking about it we would have spent the same amount (if not more) doing other things.
I could not find an email address to contact the park and was hesitant about called them. This turned out not to be a problem. If you call, ask for the ski school straight away and you will be transferred. I called a few times and every time there was somebody able to speak English.
The park is not as large as some of the others but large enough and for beginners like us it was ideal. For the most part we kept to the beginner trails but did try the intermediate as well. All our equipment was included in the lessons so we did not need to wait to hire anything. The queue for the ski/board hire did get pretty long at times though. So if you are renting by yourselves be prepared for queues.
The park has good facilities, lots of restaurants and cafes so you won’t be short of something to eat. Most of the restaurants use the Japanese meal ticket machines. You pay for your meal at a vending machine, get a tick, and then take the ticket to the food counter. We did find a cashier as well though. This is handy if you only have big bills.
We liked it so much we are going back at CNY and I have booked another 3 days lessons. Staying at a different hotel though.
The park is a fair distance from Sapporo city center and it can take a while to get there, especially in heavy snow. Busses are frequent in the peak season and leave from the main train station and various hotels. There is a list of the hotel stops on the Kokusai website.
We stayed at the Price Hotel, chosen because it had a Kokusai bus stop right outside, unfortunately itthe bus leaves at 7:35 in the morning so it meant early starts. The bus was a little busy but never full which was nice.
The timetable states that the bus takes about 90 minutes but it took much longer than this while we were there due to the heavy snow. Still, it’s a pleasant ride with some nice scenery as you get closer to the park.
Different types of bus ticket are available, single, return, return with lift pass. Since the lift pass was included in the lesson fee and because we didn’t know what time we would leave we selected single tickets. On the first 2 days we took the bus from the hotel in the morning and to Sapporo train station on the return. We then went shopping or had dinner in Sapporo.
Lessons start at 10:30 and we were slightly late on the first day due to the bus. Didn’t affect the day though.
We booked 3 days private lessons (2 people, full day) with a great instructor called Yama San. Yama San was extremely patient and professional. This was our first time and we had to be taught all the basics.
All costs are listed on the website. Initially I thought the lesson costs were high but after thinking about it we would have spent the same amount (if not more) doing other things.
I could not find an email address to contact the park and was hesitant about called them. This turned out not to be a problem. If you call, ask for the ski school straight away and you will be transferred. I called a few times and every time there was somebody able to speak English.
The park is not as large as some of the others but large enough and for beginners like us it was ideal. For the most part we kept to the beginner trails but did try the intermediate as well. All our equipment was included in the lessons so we did not need to wait to hire anything. The queue for the ski/board hire did get pretty long at times though. So if you are renting by yourselves be prepared for queues.
The park has good facilities, lots of restaurants and cafes so you won’t be short of something to eat. Most of the restaurants use the Japanese meal ticket machines. You pay for your meal at a vending machine, get a tick, and then take the ticket to the food counter. We did find a cashier as well though. This is handy if you only have big bills.
We liked it so much we are going back at CNY and I have booked another 3 days lessons. Staying at a different hotel though.
Written January 9, 2017
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SuzyUrbano
Metro Manila, Philippines53 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
We went there with my entire family and it was really freezing, but the beautiful place really made up for all the effort we exerted on this trip.
Here's our first hand experience:
1. We bought ticket at the bus station (Station 15) from the JR station. There is no advance booking, you have to buy your tickets on the day itself. One way bus ride is just 1200 yen, but we got the package with a one-day pass and round-trip ticket for 5,200 yen. The last bus leaves at 10:30, so you better go there early. First bus leaves at 7:30 and you have to be in the queue 10 minutes before the bus leaves.
2. It's really cold in the bus station, so gear up already. Needless to say, it is also freezing cold in the resort. During our visit, it was -10 degrees.
3. The queue to rentals for the ski and gear is quite long. We were able to get our gear after almost an hour. It is a bit pricey too, so if you have the right gear, it's best that you already bring them with you. Here are the prices as far as I can remember:
a.) Complete gear - pants, jacket, beanie, gloves, and google - 4,200 Yen
b) Ski - 5,000 Yen
c) Sled - 800 Yen
4. Take note of the code/number of your ski. They really check this when returning and since the skis look alike it may be swapped during the time when you are having lunch or resting.
5. If you are a beginner, it is easy to learn the basics even by just watching, but please do not dare to go to the mountain yet. The area below are good enough for beginners.
6. You can ride the cable cars going up and then back to the resort grounds, if you are still not comfortable skiing from the mountains.
7. Last bus leaves the resort at 17:30, make sure you are in the bus area at least 10 minutes before it leaves.
Here's our first hand experience:
1. We bought ticket at the bus station (Station 15) from the JR station. There is no advance booking, you have to buy your tickets on the day itself. One way bus ride is just 1200 yen, but we got the package with a one-day pass and round-trip ticket for 5,200 yen. The last bus leaves at 10:30, so you better go there early. First bus leaves at 7:30 and you have to be in the queue 10 minutes before the bus leaves.
2. It's really cold in the bus station, so gear up already. Needless to say, it is also freezing cold in the resort. During our visit, it was -10 degrees.
3. The queue to rentals for the ski and gear is quite long. We were able to get our gear after almost an hour. It is a bit pricey too, so if you have the right gear, it's best that you already bring them with you. Here are the prices as far as I can remember:
a.) Complete gear - pants, jacket, beanie, gloves, and google - 4,200 Yen
b) Ski - 5,000 Yen
c) Sled - 800 Yen
4. Take note of the code/number of your ski. They really check this when returning and since the skis look alike it may be swapped during the time when you are having lunch or resting.
5. If you are a beginner, it is easy to learn the basics even by just watching, but please do not dare to go to the mountain yet. The area below are good enough for beginners.
6. You can ride the cable cars going up and then back to the resort grounds, if you are still not comfortable skiing from the mountains.
7. Last bus leaves the resort at 17:30, make sure you are in the bus area at least 10 minutes before it leaves.
Written January 5, 2017
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onishibsb
61 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
I was almost giving up skiing in April when I heard about this place. As I was a first timer, I opted to book a private lesson one day before. At this time, there is only one bus running from Sapporo to the resort. It departs 8:00 from JR station and return 15:30. So be sure to not lose it.
The resort itself was quiet, with little people. So I could have almost personal attention while renting the gears and be prepared. The staff are super friendly and the snow conditions were excellent to me. Couldn't be better for a first timer.
The resort itself was quiet, with little people. So I could have almost personal attention while renting the gears and be prepared. The staff are super friendly and the snow conditions were excellent to me. Couldn't be better for a first timer.
Written April 9, 2016
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Yas L
Guam, Mariana Islands9 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
We visit Hokkaido every winter. We have been to Niseko, Kiroro for last 10 years. All has pros and cons. But we have never been Kokusai till this year. We have been missing out!!! it's an easy access from Sapporo city, about an hour ride. Gondola is the easiest most comfortable access to the top of the mountain. lift tickets are reasonable, US$45ish. You can rent a decent ski or snow board set on the site. It accommodate more local Japanese guests than any more ski resorts, you feel you are vacationing in Japan and they have more Japanese foods!!! Don't worry most of the staff speak good English!
I mean if you just want to ski or snowboard all day everyday, please go up to Niseko, you have various courses there, the best ski resorts!!! and if you have small kids who want to learn the ski or snow board, I recommend Kiroro, Annie ski school is the best!!! But if you want to stay in Sapporo city and enjoy city night life and great food with fraction of the price you paid in Niseko, I greatly recommend to stay in Sapporo and visit Sapporo Kokusai for a day!!!
I mean if you just want to ski or snowboard all day everyday, please go up to Niseko, you have various courses there, the best ski resorts!!! and if you have small kids who want to learn the ski or snow board, I recommend Kiroro, Annie ski school is the best!!! But if you want to stay in Sapporo city and enjoy city night life and great food with fraction of the price you paid in Niseko, I greatly recommend to stay in Sapporo and visit Sapporo Kokusai for a day!!!
Written January 23, 2018
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Grantyyy
Beijing290 contributions
Feb 2019 • Family
The ski resort is at the northwest of Sapporo, about two hours bus ride. The shuttle bus is convenient at the Sapporo station . The lift price is about 5000 yen and equipment rental for one adult is 5000 yen . So together is more than 10000 yen which is more than 100 dollars. The lift is 2000 meters long and there are three trails down , one for beginners . There is no much people here . Anyway I think it's a good place to ski .
Written February 26, 2019
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sau yu l
Hong Kong, China10 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
This is a very good ski mountain with mainly 3 runs that suit beginner to intermediate and advanced skier. It is conveniently situated near 定山溪 and especially if you drive your car. You can just park the car outside and walk about one minute to gondola . There on the mountain has a small cafe you can enjoy a cup of coffee. The ski run is spacious to beginner and most are not very crowded. You will expect to see a lot of locals esp young people who add energy to this ski resort . The restaurants is spacious too with Japanese foods , western fast food and pizza that suit different taste buds. One drawback is if you don’t have your gears
, the ski boot in rental is not high standard .
, the ski boot in rental is not high standard .
Written March 9, 2018
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I plan to go there on 8 apr. Do you have snow tube/sle/slide for kids activities.how can i buy bus pack?
And i would like to buy these ticket before that day, please recommed place to reserve the ticket near sapporo station. Thank you
Written March 20, 2023
Hi I’d like to book a beginner class in English. Is there an email address, Line ID, anything I can contact the resort on? Thanks!
Written December 4, 2019
Hi, wanna know are we allow to enter with our own equipment ?
any entrance fees ?
Written June 22, 2019
Hi, my group of 9 wish to visit Kokusai to experience ski
& snowboard. is there anything I need to book in advance ? like lift tickets, pass tickets or can we get it on the spot? Thank you.
Written November 21, 2018
Hi
Me and my wife will be visiting Sapporo from 20th to 27th Nov.
We wanted to visit a ski resort but the main objective is to feel the snow, play on the snow and maybe doing some outdoor children kind of activities…
Which ski resort would you recommend?
Written August 29, 2018
End of November this year ? I. Think in Japan the only snow resort may have snow is in hoikaido
Written October 23, 2018
Onwimon S
Hat Yai, Thailand
Hello,my family will stay at Jozentei April 16-18 .We would like toknow ,can we book for ski group lessons on 17 around 11 am or 1 pm ? We want English class for 3-5 persons just beginner.Thanks
Written March 29, 2018
Hi! Some questions for our intended visit next week. My family and I are keen on snow play and sledging, and our primary target for this is Takino Snow World. However, I'm a little worried that the Takino's snow tube course might be closed down earlier than end-March because of melting snow. Kokusai seems like a good alternative, so:
1. If we go sledging/trial skiing/playing in the snow at the base, do we need to buy lift tickets or pay any other fees apart from renting skis or sledges?
2. What else is there to do at the top if we buy gondola tickets? Can we do some snow play there?
3. Will the base area still have a lot of snow third week of March?
Thanks!
Written March 13, 2018
sorry, don't really know answers to your questions
Written March 17, 2018
How will we go there from keio plaza hotel?
Can my child ski but not us parents ( shes12)
Is there still snow , our travel date is April15-17?
How much is the ski fee
Is the there a fee for us on the ice park
Written March 4, 2018
How will we go there from keio plaza hotel?
Can my child ski but not us parents ( shes12)
Is there still snow , our travel date is April15-17?
How much is the ski fee
Is the there a fee for us on the ice park
Written March 4, 2018
Hello Harriet s,
There is a bus pickup at Keio hotel at one specific time by Hokkaidoi Resort Liner. The bus needs to be booked 9 days in advance. It's much better to walk to Sapporo Jr station at the bus terminal and pick up the hourly bus there. Less stress if you are late.
Yes your child can ski alone. Has he/she skiied before? If not, I would recommend ski lessons, book early because there are limited English instructors. If your child skis alone, the runs are very long like over 2 km, maybe 3. If he/she takes the wrong lift or makes the wrong turn, he may end up at a difficult black diamond run. So it depends on the level of maturity. There are no ski patrols to help him/her.
There is snow til May 6.
You can stay at the ski lodge cafeteria to wait for your child, no fees or entrance costs for you.
Lift tickets are 3600yen for adults and 1000yen for elementary school children march 26 onwards.
Ski rental are extra. Locker fee extra.
The bus is 2500yen return for adults and 1260yen for children.
Written March 4, 2018
AngelaLHF
Singapore, Singapore
Hey thanks for the useful review! I've been trying to find this Price Hotel that you mentioned, but it doesn't appear anywhere. Any details you can share about this hotel? Also, I'm trying to figure out when Kukosai will be open for the 2018/2019 ski season as I planned to go in early Dec....anyone knows how to contact them? Thanks!
Written February 16, 2018
Kokusai does not have accomodation. In winter season, many hotels run shuttles to this ski field. It's less than an hour from otaru
Written February 16, 2018
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