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Hakuba Valley, Japan

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Hakuba Valley
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Japan’s renowned Hakuba Valley is on the Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and Epic Australia Pass! Pass Holders receive 5 consecutive days with no restricted dates to use at any of Hakuba Valley’s 10 ski resorts - Jigatake Snow Resort, Kashimayari Snow Resort, White Resort Hakuba Sanosaka, ABLE Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort, Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park, Hakuba Happo-one Snow Resort, Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field, Tsugaike Mountain Resort, Hakuba Norikura Onsen Snow Resort, and Hakuba Cortina Snow Resort.

Mobile Pass on the My Epic app cannot be used for lift access at Hakuba Valley. Mobile Pass can be used as proof of a valid Pass to receive lift tickets for eligible Pass Holders.

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Discover Japan's Largest Snow Resort

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Lifts:
96		 Runs:
131		 Elevation:
6,000 feet		 Avg. Snowfall:
395 inches

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Things to do in Hakuba Valley

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LODGING >>

Hakuba Valley offers a wide range of accommodation options throughout the valley that feel like more than just a place to stay. Feel the tradition and culture of the area and get to know the local community. Experience the simple joys of falling asleep under a starlit sky and waking up to the breathtaking mountains. With everything from luxury hotels to cozy lodges, traditional inns, pensions, and condos, you’re sure to find something you’ll love. The heart of the Hakuba Valley is Happo-one Snow Resort, and the most popular areas for international visitors are Wadano, Happo and Echoland.

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DINING >>

Experience the food culture of Hakuba Valley, made possible by the rich nature of the region and the diverse roots of the
community. Treat yourself to fresh handmade soba, elegant farm-to-table meals, Nagano’s famous mutton, traditional
Japanese cuisine, local craft beer, and tasty sake made from the pristine waters of the Northern Japan Alps.

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MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES >> 

Soak the day away in the healing hot springs of Hakuba Valley. Relax in the open-air baths while taking in the snowy
landscapes and majestic mountain views. Let the cool winter breeze and soothing warm waters rejuvenate your mind
and body. The Omachi area offers a wide variety of hot springs across Takase Valley, the Omachi Onsenkyo area, and the
neighborhood surrounding Lake Kizaki. The Hakuba area boasts an abundance of restorative baths and footbaths sourced
by six different springs. In Otari, experience everything from luxurious hotel spas to secluded hot springs nestled deep in
the mountains.

Getting to Hakuba Valley

With non-stop flights between Tokyo’s Haneda and Narita International airports and major cities in the U.S. and Canada, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, New York and Vancouver, as well as from Australia, it’s never been easier for Epic Pass Holders to take a Japanese ski vacation. Take a ride on Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to access Hakuba Valley in under three hours.

Bring your Epic Pass media card and a valid photo ID to Hakuba Valley. When you arrive, present your Epic Pass or Epic Local at any Hakuba Valley ticket window to receive your five consecutive, complimentary lift tickets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

For a complete list of Season Pass FAQs, visit our help center.

Does my Epic Pass include benefits at Hakuba Valley?

Epic, Epic Local and Epic Australia Pass Holders receive five complimentary and consecutive days of skiing and riding at Hakuba Valley resorts. Epic Day Passes do not include access to Hakuba Valley resorts at this time.

If you have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please call Vail Resorts Guest Services at +1-970-754-0005 prior to your planned arrival at Hakuba Valley.

 

How do Epic Pass Holders redeem benefits at Hakuba Valley?

Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass, and Epic Australia Pass Holders must present their valid season pass card or mobile pass in the My Epic app and photo ID at a Hakuba Valley ticket window to validate access and receive their five-day lift ticket.

 

Is there a hotel or lodging requirement to receive benefits at Hakuba Valley?

No. There is no lodging requirement to receive your five complimentary days of skiing and riding at Hakuba Valley. 

 

Do Hakuba Valley Pass Holders receive benefits at Vail Resorts?

Hakuba Valley All-Mountain Season Pass Holders and individual Hakuba Valley Resort Pass Holders are eligible to receive 50% off the current one-day window lift ticket prices at all Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts in North America and Australia.

Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.

Are Ski With A Friend, Buddy, and Bring-A-Mate tickets valid at partner resorts?

No, Ski With A Friend, Buddy and Bring-A-Mate tickets cannot be redeemed at partner resorts; these benefit tickets can only be used at Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts in North America (for Buddy and Ski With A Friend) or Australia (for Bring-A-Mate).

Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.

 

Can I use resort charge at partner resorts?

No. Resort charge is only available at Vail Resorts owned and operated North American resorts.

 

Can I use my Epic Mountain Rewards benefits at partner resorts?

No. Epic Mountains Rewards are only valid at Vail Resorts owned and operated North American resorts.

Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.

 

I forgot, lost or did not receive my season pass media card. Can I have one printed at the partner resort?

No. Vail Resorts season passes can only be printed at a Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts in North America, with the exception of Telluride. Please bring a valid photo ID and proof of active pass with you. Proof of active pass may include a valid pass in the My Epic app, confirmation email, pass number or screenshot of your active pass in My Account.

If necessary, Epic Pass Holders may print or reprint their Epic Pass season pass card at one of two convenient locations while visiting Telluride:

  • Mountain Village Ticket Window – Heritage Plaza
  • Oak Street Ticket Office – Telluride Gondola Plaza

Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts in North America include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio.

  • If you are an Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please call Vail Resorts Guest Services at +1-970-754-0005 prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu.
  • If you are an Epic Australia Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please contact the Epic Australia Pass team via email or Live Chat prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu.

Does Epic Day Pass include access to Partner resorts?

Pass Holders with Epic 4-Day, 5-Day, 6-Day and 7-Day Passes with All Resorts Access have access to Telluride in Colorado and the six (6) Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. Access to European and Japanese partner resorts is not currently included on any Epic Day Pass product.

All Epic 1-3 Day Passes and Epic 4-7 Day Passes with Limited Access (32 or 22 resorts) do not include access to any partner resorts. Peak date restrictions also apply at partner resorts.

 

Does my Military Pass include partner access?

No. Military Pass Holders do not currently receive receive access to our partner resorts.

 

What do I need to bring with me to visit a partner resort?

Please proof of active pass and a valid photo ID with you when visiting a Partner Resort. Proof of active pass may include a valid pass in My Epic app, confirmation email, pass number or screenshot of your active pass in My Account.

If you are visiting Telluride or the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort, Nakiska Ski Area, Mont-Sainte-Anne and Stoneham Mountain Resort), you can go direct to lift with your active season pass media card. Please note, mobile pass in the My Epic app cannot be used for direct to lift access at Telluride or Resorts of the Canadian Rockies.

Please click here if you are planning to visit a partner resort but have not received your card in the mail.

  • If you are an Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please call Vail Resorts Guest Services at +1-970-754-0005 prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu.
  • If you are an Epic Australia Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please contact the Epic Australia Pass team via email or Live Chat prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu.