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Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Japan - a group of people skiing down a snowy slope.
Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Japan - a group of people skiing down a snowy slope.
Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Japan - a person riding a snowboard down a snowy slope.
Skiers take to the slopes at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan. A ski lift is observable in the picturesque winter setting. The mountain is swathed in pristine snow.
View of the Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan, featuring a chalet and winter sports with the visible skier descending the slope.
Winter scene at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan featuring a ski resort, a chalet, and a skier amid breathtaking winter scenery.
Winter scene at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan, featuring a bustling ski resort with skiers, a charming chalet, and stunning snowy landscape.
Winter sports enthusiasts enjoy the slopes at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan. Snow-covered peaks and trees adorn this bustling ski resort, exemplifying stunning winter scenery.
Winter sports scene at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area in Hiroshima, Japan, featuring a bustling ski resort, a charming chalet, and a ski lift.
Winter sports scene at Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area, Hiroshima, Japan, featuring a ski resort, a winter sports centre, a chalet, and a skier enjoying the snowy slopes.

Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area Overview

Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area is a renowned ski resort, highly regarded for its excellent facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Situated in Hatsukaichi City in the western region of Hiroshima Prefecture, the ski area is nestled on the eastern slopes of Megahirayama and is easily accessible via car or public transport, with a free shuttle bus service available from the local station.

The resort is well-equipped to cater to a range of skill levels, from complete beginners to seasoned professionals. An array of slopes are available, serviced by one 1,000m quad lift and four pair lifts, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all. For beginners, lessons are available, and a dedicated beginner's slope offers a safer environment to learn and develop skills. For the more experienced, a variety of challenging slopes and mini obstacle courses provide an exciting opportunity to test and hone abilities. The resort also boasts a small sledding hill, perfect for young children.

In addition to the skiing facilities, the resort offers rental services for a wide range of equipment, except for hats and gloves. An on-site store stocks essential items including goggles and masks. A choice of restaurants offer hot meals including ramen and curry rice, providing a perfect respite after a day on the slopes.

Visitors frequently commend the helpful and friendly staff who enhance the overall experience at the resort. Despite its popularity, particularly during holiday seasons, the resort maintains a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, ensuring every visitor, from thrill-seekers to families, can enjoy their time at the Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area.

Key insights

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Skiable Terrain

182
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

7.0
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
60.0%
Intermediate
33.0%
Expert
7.0%
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 Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area

Where is Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area?

Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area is a ski resort in Chūgoku, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan, at coordinates 34.5000, 132.1400.

How many lifts does Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area have?

Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area has 3 lifts, serving 7 km of marked runs and 182 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area?

Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area has a peak elevation of 1,065 m, a base elevation of 592 m and a vertical drop of 472 m.

How is Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area rated?

ShredIndex rates Megahiraonsen Megahira Ski Area 59.7 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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182 ac

Skiable Terrain

7km

Total Run Distance

3total

Number of Lifts

1065m

Peak Elevation

472m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

74.4cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (25.9cm)
1.0cm
Nov
14.9cm
Dec
25.9cm
Jan
22.9cm
Feb
11.6cm
Mar
4.1cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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