- Vertical drop
- 1,443 ft*
- Skiable terrain
- 185 acres*
- Avg snowfall
- 472 in*
- Lifts
- 10
GETTING THERE
Nearest Airports
Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.
From Tokyo, ride the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Iiyama and take the local bus up to Madarao. Match your train to the mountain bus timetable, especially for an evening arrival. If staying on the Tangram side, check the stop and transfer with your lodge.
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
Chill Madarao
lodge · By the top of Madarao Lift 1
Two-room suites give families more space, and you can meet for breakfast overlooking the lift before heading out.
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Pension Pure
inn · Madarao highlands in Iiyama
Choose this for a small highland inn. Ask which rooms and meal plans are available and how to reach the lifts from the pension in winter.
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Madarao Mountain Lodge
lodge · In the Madarao ski village
Booking a room and arranging equipment with the same lodge can simplify arrival. Reserve gear ahead if your group needs particular sizes.
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Hotel Madarao
hotel · A walk from the village hotel to the ski area
Solo travelers can reserve a dorm bed, while friends traveling together can compare private layouts. Check the bathroom arrangement before booking.
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premium
High-quality stays with great features
Madarao Kogen Hotel
hotel · At the Madarao slopes
Stay here to start the morning at the ski area and return for an onsen soak without a trip back to town. Check which mountain areas your lift ticket covers if you plan to ski across to Tangram.
Features to ask about
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Checked: mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Indoor and outdoor onsen.
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OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS
For Madarao, compare a booked room or rental around Iiyama 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.