Akakura Kanko Resort
Akakura Kanko Resort (also known as ‘Akakan’) was one of the first European-style ski resorts in Japan.
The resort was established in 1937 and is one of the most popular resorts in Myoko. The famous Kanko hotel is situated half way up the mountain on the ski slopes and offers a true ski in ski out experience.
The resort is connected with the neighbouring Akakura Onsen ski resort and a joint ticket which allows use of both courses is available for purchase.
The resort has slopes that cater to all levels of abilty from beginner to expert.
Akakura Kanko Stats
| Elevation | Base elevation: 740 meters Summit elevation: 1,500 meters Vertical drop: 760 meters |
| Number of courses | 10 |
| Longest run | 4500 meters |
| Lifts | Gondolas: 1 Quad chairs: 6 |
| Gradient | Maximum: 32 degrees |
| Terrain | Beginner 40%, Intermediate 45%, Advanced 15% |
| Night Ski | Not available |
Akakura Kanko Ski Resort Ticket Prices 2023/24
| Pass | Adult | Senior & 13 - 15 | Under 13 |
| Half Day | ￥4,000 | ￥3,200 | ￥2,900 |
| 1 Day | ￥5,300 | ￥4,400 | ￥3,900 |
| 2 Day | ￥9,400 | ￥7,300 | ￥6,500 |
| 3 Day | ￥13,200 | ￥10,200 | ￥8,800 |
| Season Ticket | ￥60,000 | - | - |
| Pass | Adult | Senior + Under 13 |
| Akakura All Mountain 1 Day | ￥7,000 | ￥5,000 |
Half Day: 8:30am – 1:00pm or
11:30am – close (￥300 cheaper)
Family Passes available: 1 Adult, 1 Child – ￥7,100 / 2 Adults, 1 Child ￥11,200 / 2 Adults, 2 Children ￥14,200
Resort Stats
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