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A week of skiing in Japan costs about $1,200 per person on a budget, $2,400 mid-range and $5,000 or more at a luxury Niseko hotel, before flights. Lodging and the resort you pick matter far more than the lift ticket.
Three ways to do the trip
Per person, 7 nights and 5 ski days, without flights.
Budget$1,200Includes
- Guesthouse in Myoko or Shiga Kogen
- Local bus transfers
- Rental from the resort shop
Mid-range$2,400Includes
- Hotel in Hakuba or Nozawa Onsen
- Hakuba Valley pass
- Shared airport transfer
Luxury$5,000Includes
- Ski-in hotel in Niseko Hirafu
- Private guide for 2 days
- Private transfer from Sapporo
What each item costs
Per person, per day, peak season (February).
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lift ticket | $45 | $60 | $80 |
| Lodging | $60 | $150 | $450 |
| Ski rental | $35 | $50 | $70 |
| Food | $30 | $60 | $120 |
Where you can save
Example copy. Luggage forwarding, rail passes, onsen towns versus resort villages.
Frequently asked questions
Is skiing in Japan cheaper than in the Alps?
Example answer. A like-for-like comparison of a mid-range week.
When is ski season in Japan?
Example answer. December to early April, with the most snow in January and February.
