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Kotobiki Forest Park in Japan - a snow covered forest with trees in the background.

Kotobiki Forest Park Overview

Kotobiki Forest Park, a renowned ski resort located in Iinan town, presents an invigorating experience for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Visitors laud the park for its exceptional skiing experience coupled with its full-service restaurant that serves delightful meals. With ideal snow quality, especially at the mountain's summit, the park offers a satisfying and unique skiing experience in a short span.

One of the main advantages of skiing at Kotobiki Forest Park during weekdays is the lesser crowd, resulting in virtually no waiting time for the lifts. Moreover, the resort is well-equipped with toilets and vending machines, conveniently located within the facility. Also, it's worth mentioning that the park offers a specific course for beginners, making it an excellent choice for families with small children or first-time skiers.

The resort is known for its easily accessible ski lifts and slopes, with ski and snowboard rentals available on-site for visitors. It also offers a moving walkway for sledging and snowboarding practice. The park's terrain, while not too vast, is visible in its entirety, ideal for beginners and families.

On a clear day, the view from the top is spectacular, where one can see the majestic Mt. Sanbe in the distance. After a day of skiing, guests can relax and unwind at the nearby hot springs for a rejuvenating experience.

That said, some visitors have expressed their concerns regarding the park's snow condition, particularly during the off-peak season, where artificial snow is used. However, the resort always strives to offer the best skiing experience, ensuring all facilities, including the lifts, are in full operation. Despite the minor hiccups, Kotobiki Forest Park continues to be a favorite destination for ski lovers, offering an enjoyable and memorable skiing experience.

Key insights

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Skiable Terrain

153
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

4.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

3
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
81.0%
Intermediate
19.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

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Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Frequently asked questions about Kotobiki Forest Park

Where is Kotobiki Forest Park?

Kotobiki Forest Park is a ski resort in Chūgoku, Japan, at coordinates 35.0500, 132.7700.

How many lifts does Kotobiki Forest Park have?

Kotobiki Forest Park has 3 lifts, serving 4 km of marked runs and 153 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Kotobiki Forest Park?

Kotobiki Forest Park has a peak elevation of 703 m, a base elevation of 548 m and a vertical drop of 155 m.

How is Kotobiki Forest Park rated?

ShredIndex rates Kotobiki Forest Park 59.6 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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153 ac

Skiable Terrain

4km

Total Run Distance

3total

Number of Lifts

703m

Peak Elevation

155m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

131.1cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (44.2cm)
2.8cm
Nov
33.3cm
Dec
44.2cm
Jan
36.8cm
Feb
15.9cm
Mar
6.8cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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