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Skiers and a gondola at the former ALTS Bandai area, now NEKOMA Mountain’s southern area, Fukushima, Japan.
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NEKOMA (ALTS BANDAI)

📍Bandai, Fukushima, Japan

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Vertical drop
2,093 ft
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Skiable terrain
467 acres
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Avg snowfall
315 in
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Lifts
13

SORA Snow School

NEKOMA Mountain

Ski LessonsSnowboard Lessons

Private ski and snowboard lessons at NEKOMA Mountain in English, Chinese or Thai, subject to instructor availability. SORA requires one-to-one instruction for children aged 4–10. Private groups are also available for other learners. Lesson fees exclude lift tickets and rentals. SORA is separate from the resort’s Snow Academy.

Why we like it

Choose SORA for private instruction in your preferred teaching language, and confirm the meeting area for your booking.

Best for:

Private instructionIndividual child lessons
Programs & instructor details

Official international snow school

English, Chinese and Thai instruction

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, Official international snow school, English, Chinese and Thai instruction.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-29

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NEKOMA Mountain Snow Academy

NEKOMA Mountain South and North areas

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsKids Programs

NEKOMA Mountain’s academy serves ages three through adult, with ski and snowboard instruction from beginner through advanced levels.

Why we like it

The operator separates South and North academy locations and publishes children’s progression levels through the Yuki Kids program.

Best for:

Ages three through adultBeginner through advanced levelsSouth or North academy access
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, kids programs.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Other names · NEKOMA, Alts Bandai, Nekoma Mt. Resort

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

North and South areas have different seasons

The North area can have a longer season than the South. Check the operating areas and connection when choosing your dates.

    Official schedules & conditions ↗
    Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
    Official website
    https://www.nekoma.co.jp/
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Skiable area (acres)
    467
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Lifts
    13
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Runs
    33
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Vertical drop (ft)
    2093
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Base elevation (ft)
    2297
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Summit elevation (ft)
    4390
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Night skiing
    Scheduled · 2026–27 · 16:30–20:00 · January 9, 10, 16, 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 6 · Current operator schedule; terrain and lift availability remain condition-dependent.
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Reported average snowfall (in)
    315
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

    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.

    Metric operator figures are converted to the site's display units: 189 hectares to 467 acres; 638 meters to 2,093 feet of vertical; 700/1,338 meters to 2,297/4,390 feet.

    NEKOMA lift and trail guide ↗The two former resorts now have separate North and South sectors, with a connecting chair and base learning facilities. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    NEKOMA North and South access ↗The Kōriyama shuttle to the South Area requires a booking. Arrival choices depend on the base. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Nyalts connecting lift ↗Start and final boarding depend on the connecting lifts on each side. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Bandaisan Onsen Hotel by Hoshino Resorts ↗Mt. Bandai hot-spring hotel adjoining NEKOMA Mountain on the Bandai side, with Aizu cuisine, local sake and cultural programming. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Urabandai Lake Resort Goshiki no Mori ↗Urabandai resort overlooking Lake Hibara offers an open-air source-fed bath and meals with seasonal regional dishes. Property notice announces a brief maintenance closure before winter. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Urabandai Pension Yamabiko ↗Small Urabandai pension with a rock bath for private use and full-course meals combining Japanese and Western cooking. Current operator reservation notice in October 2026. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Fukushima Travel — Guest House Inawashiro Hanbog ↗Guesthouse near Lake Inawashiro has single-gender and mixed shared bunk rooms, on-site parking and a bar serving Fukushima specialties. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    NEKOMA Mountain | Restaurants and cafés ↗The Rider’s is a burger stand partway up the South Area slopes. Bandai Shokudo is in South Resort Center WEST, and NEKOMA Shokudo serves the North Resort Center. The dining halls offer curry, ramen and rice bowls. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    NEKOMA Mountain | Regional restaurants ↗Aizukko is an izakaya at 4-49 Sakaemachi in Aizuwakamatsu, serving local sake and seasonal small dishes. Kiichi at 635-7 Sakaida, Kamikoshibacho, Kitakata, specializes in soy and salt ramen. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    • NEKOMA Mountain — official 2026–27 season page ↗

      The operator publishes separate North and South Area season windows for 2026–27.

    • NEKOMA Mountain — official lift and course guide ↗

      The operator lists 13 lifts, 33 courses, 189 hectares, a 700-meter base, a 1,338-meter summit, and ten current-season night-skiing dates.

    • Ikon Pass opening dates — September 29, 2026 ↗

      Publishes a tentative opening target, subject to weather and terrain availability. Use the operator’s schedule for a specific visit.

    • NEKOMA Mountain English guide ↗

      The first-party NEKOMA Mountain English guide page states the asserted mountain facts. Metric source values are stored in the site's rounded imperial display units.

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