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We’re mad about pow

In the centre of Japan’s powder bowl
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Rated the best value ski resort in Japan - Powderhounds

Madarao Mountain Ski Resort is a dream destination for skiers and boarders as it incorporates not one but two world-class ski resorts on the same mountain: Madarao Mountain Resort and Tangram. ​It is home to some of the best powder snow in the world.

Madarao. A four season resort.

Madarao Mountain Resort is not only a ski resort but a four season paradise for outdoor lovers
​that hosts numerous events and activities throughout the year.

We`re mad about pow.

 Madarao has been a renowned powder spot in the ski and snowboard community in Japan over the years. Madarao Mountain Ski Resort has over 45 trails, unlimited powder, amazing tree skiing, awesome back country and no lift lines. But the secret is slowly getting out about the 'mada-pow' and inbound tourism is driving a renaissance of the town. We are all still all about the powder though at Madarao!

​With a laid back little community, funky bars and restaurants and cheaper tickets and accommodation, Madarao Mountain Ski Resort was rated by the Powderhounds website as being the best value place to ski in Japan, as well as having the best advanced terrain. So come and ski where the locals go!
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Enjoy the natural beauty of Madarao  all-year round.

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WINTER SEASON

​Madarao Mountain Resort is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture,
between Nozawa Onsen and Myoko Kogen.  It is on the border of
Northern Nagano and Niigata, where the cold Siberian winds
​ come off the Japan Sea and drop a lot of snow.
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WHERE CAN I EAT AND DRINK?

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HOW DO I GET THERE?

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Local Hot Spring Guide

Check out some of the great local hot spring baths or onsen that are available close to Madarao.
Junkan-shiki (循環式): A bath where water is circulated and reused. Bleaching agents are often added to keep the bath water clean.
Kakenagashi (掛け流し): A bath constantly refilled by fresh spring water, never recycled. The bees knees  of onsen water!
Kashikiri-buro (貸切風呂): A private bath that can be rented, usually only at hotels or ryokan inns.

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Taste some Madapow!
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The Village Spotlight

In the Village Spotlight, we showcase some of our favourite restaurants and bars in Madarao and talk to the owners about what they do.
Introducing Smokies Restaurant and Bar
Smokies Restaurant and Bar is coming to Madarao for the first time in 2018-19 ski season. Managed by the same company that does Yamadasan Lodge, they are bringing an Australian style pub-feel to the town in their newly renovated premises in the old Peppermint House.
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BOOK YOUR SNOW MONKEY TOUR

Get in contact with us & get your winter snow monkey trip organized!
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Work at Madarao Mountain Resort

Are you interested in working at Madarao Mountain Resort in the ski season?
Madarao Mountain Resort Seasonal Staff 2020/21
​We are currently searching for people to work in hospitality and the ski rental shop in Madarao Mountain Resort for the 2020/21 ski season. Applicants will need to have a valid work visa for Japan and an interest in Japanese culture. A good wage, meals, accommodation and a ski pass are on offer for suitable people.
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TESTIMONIAL

"The best value for money ski resort in Japan...

​Madarao Mountain Resort has excellent ingredients as a powder skiing destination. The area is renowned for average snowfalls in the realm of 10 to 13 metres per season, there is some good tree skiing and reasonably steep bowls, and off-piste skiing is permitted. Madarao is still somewhat of an undiscovered treasure but it's quickly gaining in popularity" - Powderhounds

Stay in an 150 year old farm house at the base of Mount Madarao.
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Address

Madarao Mountain Lodge
11492-330 Iiyama City,
Nagano, Japan 389-2253

​Contact Us

Tel: 81-809-707-1694
Email: info@madaraoskilodge.com

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  • Madarao Mountain Bike Tours
  • Local Hot Spring Guide
  • Meet The Locals
  • The Village Spotlight
  • Nagano Rental Cars
  • The Secret Sauce