Omagari Family Ski Area

Oomagari Onsen Ski Resort is a small, family-friendly ski area located in Akita Prefecture, one of Japan's snowiest regions along the Sea of Japan coast. With a modest vertical drop of 330 meters (150m-480m base to summit), this resort offers 4 runs serviced by 2 lifts. Despite its compact size, the resort benefits from Akita's renowned powder snow, receiving approximately 550cm of annual snowfall that delivers reliable conditions throughout the winter season.

This resort is ideal for beginners, families, and those seeking a low-key skiing experience away from the crowds of larger Japanese resorts. The combination of onsen (hot spring) culture and skiing makes it unique—visitors can enjoy traditional Japanese bathing after a day on the slopes. While it lacks the extensive terrain variety and night skiing options of major resorts, Oomagari offers an authentic, intimate skiing experience at accessible elevations, making it particularly suitable for those new to winter sports or travelers wanting to combine skiing with cultural immersion in rural Akita.