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With its pristine beech forests, world-class snow conditions and long trails which extend over 3.5km in length and drop 545 vertical metres, Mount Iwaki is the setting for Aomori Spring Ski Resort’s 14 ski trails.
During the day, catch the gondola up to a height of 921 metres and take in awe-inspiring views of the Tsugaru Plain and the Sea of Japan. After dark, enjoy night skiing on one of several floodlit trails. Day or night, experience superb mountain-side dining at one of our ski-in, ski-out cafes and restaurants.
Best of all, you can enjoy all of this safe in the knowledge that excellent snow conditions are guaranteed throughout the length of the winter season.
- Beginner Terrain 50%
- Intermediate Terrain 30%
- Advanced Terrain 20%
Open from mid December to early April!
See the stats on all the Aomori Spring courses and lifts.
| Lift | Distance | Elevation (base to top) | Elevation height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gondola | 2,967m | 403m～921m | 518m |
| Quad 1 | 1,700m | 396m～739m | 343m |
| Quad 2 | 1,449m | 400m～610m | 210m |
| Diamond Pair Lift | 1,139m | 535m～827m | 292m |
| Aspen Pair Lift (reserved for use during events only) | 1,007m | 610m～822m | 212m |
| Course | Level | Length | Max. degree of slope | Avg. degree of slope | Avg. width | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panorama Course | Beginner | 1,300m | 15° | 11° | 50m | A course with a spacious layout amidst beech forests. |
| Main Line, Skyline | Beginner | 3,400m | 18° | 10° | 50m | A 3.4km long course for the family that ends at the Gondola station. |
| Sunshine Course | Beginner | 2,000m | 17° | 11° | 70m | Aomori Spring’s main burn, this spacious 2km course is also perfect for night skiing. |
| Family Course | Beginner | 1,100m | 12° | 10° | 50m | A course that the whole family, including beginner skiers, can manage. |
| Link | Beginner | 1,300m | 15° | 11° | 50m | A course overlooking the Sea of Japan. |
| Slender Line | Beginner | 1,300m | 12° | 10° | 50m | This course turns steeper when you reach the middle. |
| Twister Connector (Family Connecter) | Beginner | 1,300m | 10° | 5° | 30m | Enjoy views of the Sea of Japan and Tsugaru Strait as you ski on this leisurely course. |
| Family Connector | Beginner | 500m | 10° | 5° | 30m | A course that leads from the Diamond Pair Lift towards the Gondola and Hotel. |
| Aspen Course | Intermediate | 1,100m | 22° | 12° | 50m | A course surrounded by beech forests on either side. |
| Aspen Connector | Intermediate | 1,800m | 22° | 12° | 50m | Located along the Aspen Lift, this course is a prime phototaking spot with Mount Iwaki in the background. |
| Paradise Course | Intermediate | 1,800m | 24° | 11° | 45m | This course is ideal for those wishing to train and level up their skiing. |
| Wave Connector | Intermediate | 400m | 20° | 11° | 30m | A course recommended for skiers who want to improve on their technique. |
| Twister Course | Advanced | 700m | 26° | 14° | 50m | This full-packed course is ideal for skiers who want to train their carving skills. |
| Diamond Course | Advanced | 700m | 29° | 18° | 50m | Enjoy the natural powder snow on this course. A mogul zone. |
| Corkscrew | Advanced | 700m | 30° | 13° | 40m | With steep slopes of a maximum angle of 30 degrees, this course provides a challenge to only the most uncompromising skiers. |