Appi Kogen
The highlands of APPI Kogen sit right next to the Towada-Hachimantai National Park in northeast Honshu. Each winter season amazing powder covers all of APPI's 828-meter (2716.5-ft) vertical from peak to base. The 21 trails at APPI Kogen are easily and comfortably accessible by two eight-person gondolas and three high-speed, detachable, hooded quad chairs. There's also a lot of variety at APPI Kogen - from beginner bunny slopes to a 5.5-km (3.4-mi) cruiser to steep and deep! APPI Kogen is one of the most well-known resorts in the Tohoku region and continues to be a mecca for skiers and boarders alike.
Location
Located in the majestic mountains of northern Honshu, Appi Kogen Ski Resort offers an unparalleled skiing and snowboarding experience. The resort's unique dry and light powder snow, perfect for high-level skiers, has hosted numerous international competitions, including FIS ski and snowboard world cups and the FIS World Alpine Ski Championship.
| How to get there | |
| From Tokyo | 3 hours by train and bus |
| From Hanamaki Airport | 1 .5 hour by chartered bus (hotel guests only / advance booking required) |
Take the Tohoku Bullet Train from Tokyo Station to Morioka Station (approximately 140 minutes), then transfer to a shuttle bus or taxi to reach the resort (approximately 50 minutes).
Mountain Statistics
| Ski Season | December to April |
| Mount Elevation | 708 meters |
| Longest Run | 5,500m |
| Maximum Slope | 34 degrees |
| Number of Courses | 21 |
| Number of Lifts | 6 |
| Terrain | Beginner 30%, Intermediate 40%, Advanced 30% |
Shuttle Buses
Shuttle buses connect Morioka Station to Appi Kogen Ski Resort, taking approximately 50 minutes and costing approximately ¥1,400 one way. The fare is not covered by the Japan Rail Pass or JR East Pass.