Naeba is a ski area in Niigata with 6 webcams, 44 runs, 21 lifts and 889 m vertical.
An adult day ticket costs ¥9,800.
Naeba Ski Resort is one of Japan's largest, connected to Kagura via the Dragondola. 6 webcams, 44 runs, 21 lifts and 889 m vertical.
2026-27 season: opening Fri, December 18, planned closing Sun, April 4 (source: resort site, checked October 27). The Dragondola is planned from December 26.
Cameras are expected to come back online when the season starts (opening: Fri, December 18). Some cameras stream all year: press play to try one.
The longest run is about 4 km. An adult day ticket is around ¥9,800 (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 Naeba come from Open-Meteo forecast models for its part of Niigata.
From Haneda: about 2h via Echigo-Yuzawa. Connected to Kagura via Dragondola. Source: Naeba Ski Resort official
Road Conditions & Access
Tyres: Winter tyres required. Yuzawa and Myoko are among the snowiest places in Japan and chain restrictions are frequent.
Driving: Snow depth differs sharply from one valley to the next, and expressway sections close or require chains in heavy snow. At peak snowfall the Shinkansen is the more reliable way in.
Live closures: Niigata prefectural road information system lists closures.
Things to do nearby
Dining & Activities
Dragondola: Japan's longest gondola at 5,481m. Connects Naeba and Kagura. Good autumn-leaf views.
Fuji Rock Festival Site: Site of Japan's largest outdoor music festival held every summer. Ski resort in winter.
Naeba Prince Hotel Dining: Japan's most extensive hotel dining with 23 restaurants. Japanese, Western, Chinese, yakiniku and more options.
Wako Wako Family Snowland: Extensive outdoor snow activity area with snow tubing, snow trains, snowmobiles. Good for non-skiers.
Naeba Night Skiing with Fireworks: Night skiing until 10pm Saturdays with fireworks displays on slopes (10 times per season Dec-Mar). Winter tradition.
Naeba is one of Japan's largest ski resorts, famous for hosting the Fuji Rock Festival in summer. The Dragondola, the longest gondola in Japan at 5.5km, connects Naeba to Kagura Ski Resort, creating a massive ski area.
How big is Naeba ski area?
Naeba itself has 24 courses with 17km of runs. Combined with Kagura via the Dragondola, the area offers over 200 hectares of skiable terrain with runs up to 6km long.
How do I get to Naeba from Tokyo?
Naeba is accessible in about 2 hours from Tokyo. Take the Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa Station (about 80 minutes), then a shuttle bus to Naeba (about 50 minutes). Direct buses also operate from Tokyo.
Is Naeba good for night skiing?
Yes, Naeba has a large night skiing operation, with 9 courses open until 10 PM. The area is extensive and well lit, which adds slope time.
What is the snow like at Naeba?
Naeba receives heavy snowfall averaging 8-10 meters annually. The snow is typical Niigata quality: slightly heavier than Hokkaido powder but good for skiing. The resort has good snowmaking for early season.