- Vertical drop
- 3,638 ft
- Skiable terrain
- 520 acres
- Avg snowfall
- 826 in
- Lifts
- 5
GETTING THERE
Nearest Airports
Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.
Joetsumyoko Station is the rail gateway for the resort’s shuttle, with Hokuriku Shinkansen connections from Tokyo. LOTTE ARAI’s shuttle is for guests staying at its hotel facilities and requires a reservation. It uses the station’s west entrance and separate ARAI and LODGE building stops. Match your train and hotel building to the published service.
If staying elsewhere, arrange the complete journey with your accommodation or a transport provider; do not assume access to the hotel shuttle. A car can help with regional stays and other Myoko ski areas. Allow extra time for winter roads and for onward rail or flight connections.
WHERE TO STAY
Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.
Nearby stays
Local hotel options with direct contacts; request a quote for your dates
Eho Ryokan
inn · Tagiri / Akakura Kanko area; arrange transport to Arai
Eho pairs a Japanese-style room with an onsen soak and meals built around local ingredients. A ski drying and waxing room adds practical winter utility. It suits visitors who want an inn stay in the wider Myoko region.
Rooms use shared bathrooms and toilets.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Ski drying and waxing room.
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Funky Monkey Lodge, Myoko
hostel · Futamata / Akakura St. Moritz Village; arrange transport to Arai
The kitchen gives guests a self-catering option, while the shared lounge and dining area make it easy to spend time with other travelers. Ask about arranged station pickup, and plan the separate journey to Arai for your ski days.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Shared guest kitchen, Arrange station or Akakura bus-terminal pickup in advance; station pickup for direct bookings.
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luxury
Premium experiences with exceptional amenities
LOTTE ARAI RESORT
resort · At Arai Mountain Resort’s base
Staying at the base keeps the ski day centered on Arai. The ARAI building offers doubles, twins and family room layouts, with hot-spring bathing and a pool for time away from the slopes. Hotel guests can reserve the station shuttle when planning their arrival.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Onsen bathing; ask about bath facilities, Ask about spa facilities and services, Confirm equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, Hotel guests only; reserve the Joetsumyoko station shuttle.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Onsen bathing; ask about bath facilities, Ask about spa facilities and services, Confirm equipment storage.
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premium
High-quality stays with great features
APA Hotel & Resort Joetsu-Myoko
hotel · Myoko highland property; green-season stay
The outdoor hot-spring bath and mountain setting make this a useful place to combine a hotel stay with golf or a summer visit to the region. Advance-reserved transfers connect the hotel with Joetsumyoko and Sekiyama stations during its operating season.
The hotel closes in winter.
Features to ask about
Earlier listings mention Hot-spring bathing; ask about bath facilities, Ask about bathing and spa services, Confirm equipment storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.
Sources & planning details
Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Summer pool, Reserved station transfers during the hotel’s operating season.
Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Hot-spring bathing; ask about bath facilities, Ask about bathing and spa services, Confirm equipment storage.
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30
Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30
Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.
OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS
For Arai, compare a booked room or rental around Myoko with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.
Compare lodging options ↗Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.
🐕 PET POLICY
If traveling with a pet, check Japan’s Animal Quarantine Service guidance for your departure country and the preparations required before booking your trip.
Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.
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