Overview
GRANSNOW Okuibuki (Okuibuki Ski Resort) is a ski area in Kozuhara-Okuibuki, in the city of Maihara, Shiga Prefecture. Operated by Okuibuki Kanko, it is a beloved mountain-valley resort with easy access from the Kansai and Chukyo (Nagoya) regions. Set in the folds of the Ibuki mountain range, it offers good snow and a variety of courses, letting everyone from beginners and families to advanced skiers enjoy the slopes. In winter it bustles as a base for skiing and snowboarding, a spot where you can fully savor the exhilaration only a snowy mountain can offer.
Highlights
- ●A mountain-valley slope spreading across the folds of the Ibuki range
- ●A variety of courses to enjoy for beginners, families, and advanced skiers alike
- ●A location within day-trip reach of the Kansai and Chukyo regions
- ●A snow resort also known by the name 'GRANSNOW Okuibuki'
History
GRANSNOW Okuibuki is a ski area located in Kozuhara-Okuibuki, Maihara City, Shiga Prefecture, operated by Okuibuki Kanko. It has developed as a slope making the most of the snow in the Ibuki mountains. Because course layouts, facilities, and lift operations can change from year to year, it is best to check the latest details on the official site. It is beloved by many visitors as a place for day-trip winter sports from the Kansai region.
Access
The resort is located in Kozuhara-Okuibuki, Maihara City. It lies in the valley reached inland from around Maibara Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line, and access by car is the norm. Routes from the Sekigahara Interchange on the Meishin Expressway and from around Maibara are commonly used, and a shuttle bus may operate during the season. In winter, prepare for icy and snowy roads with winter tires or chains, and check the latest road and operation information on the official site.
Best season
The best season is, of course, winter when the snow piles up. Each year, from winter into early spring is prime time for skiing and snowboarding, and aiming for periods of good snow quality makes for comfortable runs. Since snowfall and opening periods vary by year, checking the official slope information before you go is the safe choice.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to Okuibuki by car from around Maibara Station or a Meishin Expressway interchange
- 2Finish rentals and check-in, then enjoy runs on courses suited to your level
- 3Take a break at an on-slope facility for warm meals or mountain fare
- 4On the way back, stop at hot springs around Maibara and Nagahama or sightseeing along the shore of Lake Biwa
Did you know?
💡 Known abroad as 'GRANSNOW Okuibuki,' it has gained popularity as a ski area with easy access from the Kansai and Chukyo regions. As a mountain-valley slope drawing on the snow of the Ibuki range, its appeal lies in a location where you can enjoy full-fledged winter sports even on a day trip.
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