Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.
Other names · Madarao Mountain Resort, Madarao Kogen
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Typically mid December to late March
A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.
Official schedules & conditions ↗- Summer and winter destination
- Yes
- Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
- Beyond winter
- Summer zipline adventures, outdoor exploration activities and camping at Madarao.
- Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
- Summer visit planning
- Zipline adventures require reservations.
- Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
- Official website
- https://www.madarao.jp/
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Summit elevation (ft)
- 4531
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Vertical drop (ft), Skiable area (acres), Reported average snowfall (in), Base elevation (ft), Longest run (mi).
Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.
Madarao course-by-course guide ↗The operator describes Upper Champion, the sections of Crystal, Powder Line, and the marked tree courses. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Travel to Madarao ↗Tokyo to Iiyama by rail connects with mountain buses. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Powder Station slope guiding ↗Guided introductions cover designated tree terrain and Tangram from Heidi. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Madarao Mountain Resort | Accommodation ↗The operator lists slope access, indoor and outdoor onsen, buffet dining, rentals and laundry at Madarao Kogen Hotel. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Madarao Kogen Hotel ↗Operator property page links accommodation, hot spring, dining and direct booking. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Chill Madarao | Rooms and suites ↗The boutique lodge is at the top of Lift 1 with slopeside access, private bathrooms, Western beds, two-room suites, a café and a bar. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Pension Pure ↗The operator identifies a small pension in the Madarao highlands, Iiyama. It offers winter stays and provides room, booking and access information. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Madarao Mountain Lodge ↗The lodge operator identifies ski and snowboard equipment available to guests and describes the hosts’ background at Madarao. The destination lists this as a local lodge. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Hotel Madarao ↗Village hotel within walking distance of the ski area, with dorm beds, private double/twin rooms with either shared or en suite bathrooms, and family rooms. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
North Nagano Outdoor Sports international ski and snowboard school ↗The Madarao operator provides English-language private and group instruction for adults and children, including work on soft-snow technique. It lists its contact at Aki’s Pub & Cafe. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Madarao resort school directory ↗The resort lists North Nagano Outdoor Sports for English instruction, alongside distinct local schools. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
THE MADARAO · Ski restaurants ↗Heidi is the main restaurant in the bottom area of the ski slopes, with a range of meals and a café area. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Chill Madarao · Chill Bar ↗Bar by Lift No. 1 offering house cocktails using Japanese herbs and citrus, local craft beer and Japanese whisky. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Shinshu-Iiyama Tourism · Gourmet Guide ↗Rokubei serves Iiyama specialties including Tomikura soba and sasazushi with drinks brewed in Iiyama and Nagano. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
THE MADARAO · Bar and restaurants ↗Piedmont, the main restaurant at Madarao Kogen Hotel, offers reserved meals using seasonal regional ingredients. Dinner formats vary between set meals and a peak-season buffet. Reserve by the previous day. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
