Ski Areas in Iwate
Iwate Ski Resorts
Iwate is a region of Japan offering skiing and snowboarding in 5 Japanese Ski Resorts, including Amihari, Appi Kogen and Hachimantai Resort.
Snow Forecasts for Iwate
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Hachimantai | 16in |
| Hachimantai Resort | 11in |
| Amihari | 10in |
| Appi Kogen | 10in |
| Shizukuishi | 9in |
Forecast updated : 18 Jan 2026 09:35 PST
Iwate Ski Resorts
Largest ski areas in Iwate
The most extensive downhill ski areas in Iwate, by total downhill piste length.
| Ski Resort | Trails |
|---|---|
| Appi Kogen | 28 miles |
| Shizukuishi | 21 miles |
Highest altitude ski resorts in Iwate
The highest altitude ski resorts in Iwate, by base / resort altitude.
| Ski Resort | Resort |
|---|---|
| Amihari | 2,100ft |
| Appi Kogen | 1,706ft |
| Hachimantai | 3,117ft |
| Hachimantai Resort | 1,772ft |
| Shizukuishi | 1,444ft |
Highest lift-served ski areas in Iwate
The highest lift-served skiing in Iwate, by the highest lift (top) altitude.
| Ski Resort | Top |
|---|---|
| Amihari | 4,429ft |
| Appi Kogen | 4,281ft |
| Hachimantai | 4,757ft |
| Hachimantai Resort | 3,281ft |
| Shizukuishi | 4,495ft |
Best ski areas for Beginners in Iwate
The best beginner ski areas in Iwate, rated according to the availability of easy slopes and ski schools.
| Ski Resort | Beginn. |
|---|---|
| Appi Kogen |  |
| Shizukuishi |  |
Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders in Iwate
The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders in Iwate, rated by the availability of steep pistes and/or the accessibility of freeride and off-piste terrain.
| Ski Resort | Experts |
|---|---|
| Appi Kogen | |