Madarao Kogen is a ski area in Nagano with 2 webcams, 31 runs, 13 lifts and 560 m vertical.
An adult day ticket costs ¥9,000.
Madarao Kogen snow report: live webcams, snow depth, new snowfall and a 7-day forecast for this northern Nagano ski resort, plus lifts, runs and access.
2026-27 season: opening Sat, December 12, planned closing Sun, March 28 (source: resort site, checked October 27).
Cameras are expected to come back online when the season starts (opening: Sat, December 12). Some cameras stream all year: press play to try one.
The longest run is about 2.5 km. An adult day ticket is around ¥9,000 (check the resort for current prices).
Still images from the resort's cameras show the slopes. Snow depth and the 7-day snowfall and temperature forecast for Madarao Kogen come from Open-Meteo forecast models for its part of Nagano.
Madarao Kogen is famous for its excellent tree skiing and deep powder. The resort has one of Japan's largest tree skiing areas, and is less crowded than major destinations while offering comparable snow quality.
Is Madarao good for tree skiing?
Madarao is one of Japan's best resorts for tree skiing. The resort has officially designated tree skiing zones with varied terrain, from gentle glades for beginners to steep, tight trees for experts.
How is Madarao connected to Tangram?
Madarao and Tangram Ski Circus are interconnected at the top of the mountain. A combined lift pass lets you explore both resorts, creating a larger ski area with diverse terrain options.
How do I get to Madarao from Tokyo?
Madarao is about 2.5 hours from Tokyo. Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Iiyama Station (about 2 hours), then a shuttle bus to Madarao (about 25 minutes).
What is the village like at Madarao?
Madarao has a small, charming ski village with a mix of Japanese and Western-style accommodations. The village offers a relaxed atmosphere with good restaurants and izakayas, without the crowds of larger resorts.