Niigata Uonuma Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort Day Trip Shinkansen Tour: Shinkansen reserved seat + lift ticket + lunch & drink voucher
- This ski resort has an unusual schedule, temporarily closing from January to mid-March due to excessive snowfall. Its defining feature is that you can enjoy top-quality powder snow from your first run of the season to your last.
- This is a great value package that includes round-trip reserved seats on the Shinkansen, a ski lift ticket, and a lunch and drink voucher.
- Shinkansen tickets must be purchased by the passenger themselves at a ticket vending machine at the station on the day of travel.
- Just 81 minutes from Tokyo! A dedicated free shuttle bus is available from Urasa Station.
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- Course Features
- This is an individual trip using reserved seats on the Shinkansen (bullet train). No staff will accompany you.
- This plan requires customers to purchase and receive their Shinkansen tickets themselves using the ticket vending machines at the station before departing.
- Please pick up your lift ticket and lunch & drink voucher at the ski resort.
- After enjoying skiing and playing in the snow, please take your designated Shinkansen (bullet train) back to Tokyo.
- In the unlikely event that you miss your designated Shinkansen train, you can use the unreserved seats on a later train.
<Schedule>
- On the day of your trip, please purchase your round-trip Shinkansen tickets at the ticket machine at the station and board your train.
- For the outbound journey, we will arrange for the Shinkansen Toki 303, departing from Tokyo Station at 7:04 AM.
- If all reserved seats are taken, we will provide you with unreserved seats.
- The shuttle bus to Urasa Station Ski Resort departs on a fixed schedule, so please be sure to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
- On the day of your trip, please be sure to check the JR Shinkansen train schedule and the operating status of the ski resort you are visiting before you depart.
JR Shinkansen Timetable / JR Shinkansen Service Status / Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort
(Outbound journey) Tokyo Station → (Joetsu Shinkansen) → Urasa Station → (Shuttle bus 80 minutes) → Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort
- There is a free shuttle bus from Urasa Station to the ski resort!
- Please exchange your ticket for a lift ticket at the ski resort's lift ticket office.
- Please redeem your lunch and drink voucher.
- Plenty of snow even in spring! Enjoy skiing!
(Return trip) Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort → (Shuttle bus 80 minutes) → Urasa Station → (Joetsu Shinkansen) → Tokyo Station
- For the return trip, we will arrange for you to take the Toki 334 train departing from Urasa Station at 18:00.
- If all reserved seats are taken, we will provide you with unreserved seats.
- The shuttle bus from the ski resort to Urasa Station departs on a fixed schedule, so please be sure to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
<How to purchase JR Shinkansen tickets>
- Two days before departure, we will send you the two numbers required to issue your Shinkansen ticket via KKday's "Message Management" feature.
- JR Authentication Number (11 digits)
- JR reception number (4 digits)
- JR Shinkansen tickets can be purchased at ticket vending machines at JR stations. Please see the link below for instructions.
https://www.japan-burari-trip.com/info/ticketing-jr.html
<How to redeem electronic coupons (lift tickets, lunch & drink tickets)>
- Two days before your departure, we will send you the login number required for redemption and a URL to process your electronic coupon via KKday's "Message Management" feature.
- Please exchange your lift ticket at the lift ticket office inside the ski resort.
- Lunch & drink voucher,
- You will need to present your electronic coupon when redeeming your voucher. (This is different from a KKday voucher.)
- Please refer to the image below for redemption instructions. The redemption screen is only available in English.
For more details and information in other languages, please check the URL below.
How to issue JR Shinkansen tickets *Please note that reservations cannot be canceled after Shinkansen tickets have been issued. We recommend issuing your tickets on the day of your trip.
How to Redeem Your Electronic Coupon We will send you the following information to your KKday "Message Management" account two days before your departure: (1) Your coupon redemption login number (2) URL for the operation screen *The operation screen will only be available in English. *Please access the operation screen at the ski resort on the day of your trip. The login number is only valid on the day of your trip. Attempting to redeem it before the day of your trip will result in an error message.
Urasa Station Shuttle Bus Stop
This ski resort has an unusual schedule, temporarily closing from January to mid-March due to excessive snowfall. Its defining feature is that you can enjoy superb powder snow from the first run of the season to the last. You can enjoy the powder snow from the resort's opening in late November. Furthermore, from late March, the snow park is equipped with a variety of features, allowing you to enjoy not only freeriding but also park riding. At the "Maruyama Slope" near the summit, where the main park is located, you can ski while enjoying the spectacular view of Lake Okutadami. It is a moderate slope with a maximum gradient of 20 degrees, but it is a wide and easy course to ski.
The main park is located on the Maruyama slope at Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort. With excellent snow quality, a variety of features including multiple tabletops ranging in height from 4 to 8 meters, as well as boxes, kickers, and backs, it's a popular park for beginners and intermediate skiers. You can also enjoy the mogul slopes that appear alongside and within the courses. It's also recommended for advanced skiers who want to challenge themselves on terrain other than groomed slopes. The Maruyama slope can also be used for practicing poles and carving skis, and the spectacular views from near the summit of Maruyama are not to be missed. Enjoy skiing and practicing while gazing at the mountains of Okutadami.
Bunadaira Hutte
Joetsu Shinkansen
Purchase Notice
- This plan does not include any staff members.
- Please purchase your Shinkansen ticket yourself at a ticket vending machine at the station, and only board the train after you have issued and received your ticket.
- Tickets will be issued as electronic coupons on the customer's smartphone, which can then be presented at the ticket counter inside Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort to exchange for the tickets.
- Lunch and drink vouchers can be used at the ski resort's restaurant. Please note that no change will be given.
- Ski rentals must be arranged individually at the rental counter on the 1st floor of Nature College Midori no Gakuen. (This is not included in the tour price.)
- Two days before your departure, the tour operator will send you the following information to your KKday "Message Management" account.
- Customer number required for issuing Shinkansen tickets
- Customer number required for issuing electronic coupons
- URL of the electronic coupon operation screen
- Important information regarding boarding and departing from JR Shinkansen trains.
- For independent tours, we will not contact you regarding cancellations due to weather or other reasons.
- Please be sure to check the JR Shinkansen train schedule and the ski resort's conditions yourself before you depart.
〇JR East Japan train operation status https://traininfo.jreast.co.jp/train_info/e/shinkansen.aspx *Please check for departures from Tokyo Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen.
〇Ipponsugi Snow Park http://www.okutadami.co.jp/ski/index.html
〇Shinkansen timetable https://www.jreast-timetable.jp/
Reminders
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The shuttle bus departs on a fixed schedule, so please be sure to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
For independent tours, we will not contact you regarding cancellations due to weather or other reasons.
Please take the Joetsu Shinkansen bound for Niigata.
If all reserved seats on the Shinkansen are full, you may be offered a non-reserved seat.
Shinkansen tickets cannot be canceled after they have been issued, so please issue your ticket on the day of departure. Please allow ample time for your journey.
Skiing is a dangerous sport, so we recommend purchasing travel insurance or accident insurance before your trip to be prepared for any potential injuries.
During business hours, operating hours may be shortened or lift operations may be suspended on short notice due to snowfall or other weather conditions, but no refunds will be given in such cases.
In the event of JR Shinkansen cancellations or ski resort closures due to weather conditions, we will refund the full amount of your travel expenses. Please be sure to cancel your reservation through KKday before issuing your JR Shinkansen tickets.
Please note that some ski resorts may require a deposit when exchanging your ticket. This deposit will be refunded when you return your IC card.
We plan to open on March 20th, but the opening may be delayed depending on the snow conditions.
FAQ
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort is known for its unique operating schedule. It typically opens for an early season, then temporarily closes from January to mid-March due to exceptionally heavy snowfall. The resort then reopens for a spring season, often extending into May, allowing visitors to enjoy skiing and the snow park during this period.
The daily operating hours at Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort can vary depending on the specific season and conditions. Generally, ski resorts open in the morning, often between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, and close in the late afternoon, around 4:30 PM or 5:00 PM. It is always recommended to check the resort's official schedule closer to your visit for the most accurate daily operating times.
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort offers a range of slope difficulty levels to accommodate various skiers and snowboarders. While it's particularly famous for its abundant powder snow and challenging terrain, including half-pipes and mogul slopes in the spring snow park, it also provides long downhill runs that can cater to intermediate and potentially some beginner skiers, depending on the specific trail.
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort can be suitable for beginners, particularly if they are seeking to experience high-quality snow. While the resort is known for its deep powder and features advanced terrain like moguls, it also offers expansive slopes. Beginners should utilize designated learning areas or gentler green runs, which are typically available to ensure a comfortable and safe learning experience.
The snow park at Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort is a special attraction that is primarily open during the spring season. Visitors to the snow park can enjoy thrilling activities such as riding half-pipes and navigating challenging mogul slopes. This area offers a dynamic and engaging experience for skiers and snowboarders looking for more advanced freestyle terrain.
To reach Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort from Tokyo, the most efficient way is by taking the Shinkansen. A high-speed train can transport you to Urasa Station in approximately 81 minutes. From Urasa Station, visitors can then conveniently use the dedicated free shuttle bus service provided, which offers direct transportation to the ski resort.
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort is renowned for its exceptional powder snow quality. Due to the region's consistently heavy snowfall, the resort boasts luxurious powder snow conditions from the early season right through to the late spring season. Even with a temporary closure in mid-winter due to overwhelming snow, the open seasons consistently deliver an excellent powder skiing experience.
From the summit of Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort, which stands at an elevation of 1,242 meters, visitors are treated to breathtaking panoramic views. The scenery includes stunning mountain ranges and the picturesque Lake Okutadami. These beautiful vistas provide a memorable backdrop to the skiing experience and offer excellent opportunities for photography.
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