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A winter sports scene at a ski resort in Suhara, Japan, featuring a skier on snow-covered slopes under a clear sky.
A winter sports scene at a ski resort in Suhara, Japan, featuring a skier on snow-covered slopes under a clear sky.
A wintery scene in Suhara Japan showing a buzzing ski resort. A ski lift can be seen against the backdrop of picturesque mountains and snow-coated slopes embodying the thrill of winter sports.
Scene from Suhara, Japan displaying a bustling ski resort amidst stunning winter landscape, with snow-covered slopes and a chalet subtly nestled against the scenic backdrop.
Suhara in Japan - a group of people skiing down a mountain.
Suhara in Japan - a person on a snowboard in the snow.
Suhara in Japan - snow on the mountain.

Suhara Overview

Suhara Ski Resort, situated in the picturesque Uonuma region, is a welcoming and familiar destination for both ski enthusiasts and beginners. The resort offers awe-inspiring views, including an enchanting panorama of Uonuma city. Its location on the mountain slopes contributes to a dramatic terrain, however, it also provides a gentle course for beginners to practice their skills. The resort has been praised for its convenience and comfort, including a comfortable quad chairlift, and is known to be a popular spot for families during holidays.

The ski resort offers a range of courses for various skill levels, from beginners to experts. These include a tight ridge course, a lower ridge course, and an upper plateau course. The plateau course, in particular, is popular for its perfect slope and park. The ski resort's courses are characterized by their exciting ups and downs, and despite the potential challenges they present for beginners, the skiing here is described as enjoyable.

Suhara Ski Resort also boasts a variety of amenities. In addition to ski rentals, it offers snowmoto rentals. The resort's dining options have also received positive reviews, with a particular mention of the delicious ramen available at the ski center. However, it's important to note that the resort is somewhat difficult to access without a car due to its narrow roads, and it might be challenging for inexperienced drivers or those with larger vehicles.

Despite the compact nature of the resort, it's a bustling spot that attracts a mix of locals and visitors. Notably, professional boarders like Fumika Hoshino and Obata's older brother are known to frequent the resort. Suhara Ski Resort is a hidden gem in the Uonuma area and a great place for skiing and snowboarding, offering a diverse experience, scenic beauty, and a friendly atmosphere.

Key insights

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Skiable Terrain

188
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

6.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

4
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
35.0%
Intermediate
49.0%
Expert
16.0%
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 Suhara

Where is Suhara?

Suhara is a ski resort in Chūbu, Suhara, Uonuma, Niigata, Japan, at coordinates 37.3300, 139.0100.

How many lifts does Suhara have?

Suhara has 4 lifts, serving 6 km of marked runs and 188 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Suhara?

Suhara has a peak elevation of 549 m, a base elevation of 202 m and a vertical drop of 347 m.

How is Suhara rated?

ShredIndex rates Suhara 60.1 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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188 ac

Skiable Terrain

6km

Total Run Distance

4total

Number of Lifts

549m

Peak Elevation

347m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

502.8cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (164.2cm)
16.7cm
Nov
146.2cm
Dec
164.2cm
Jan
143.4cm
Feb
57.7cm
Mar
8.4cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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