GELANDE

Kids’ Snow Area

There are kids sledding areas on both the Toomi Slope and the Iimori Slope. See below on specific details of each area.

1. Sledding Area at Toomi Slope

Have a blast at your first ski resort!

Safe and secure in a dedicated sledding area

A netted play area near Gondola Telecabin Toomi Station, set aside just for kids to sled and play in the snow.

Admission is free, and you’re welcome to use it anytime during opening hours (please note it’s unstaffed).

Since it’s a dedicated space, kids can sled and play safely with peace of mind.

Operating Period During the season (usually late December to early April, depending on snow conditions)
Hours During Toomi Slope operating hours (cannot be used outside slope operating hours)
Location Near Gondola Telecabin Toomi Station
Entrance Fee Free

2. STEP UP LAND on Iimori Slope

Your first step at the ski resort

"Learn to ski while having fun – before you know it, you'll be gliding along. An area for beginners like nowhere else. Recommended for kids, beginners, and anyone new to the snow."

Step Up Land, which launched in the 2024–25 season, is now in its second year and has opened at a new location in the Hakuba Goryu Iimori area.

Step Up Land has a ski experience zone and a sledding area, making it a perfect spot for first-timers on the snow and children’s first snow-play experience.

IMPORTANT

  • Please always move down the course from top to bottom.
  • The sledding area and the ski/snowboard area are completely separate. Please do not bring a sled into the ski area.
  • Stand up while riding the moving belt. Riding backwards, sitting, or jumping on is dangerous.
  • Sudden stops or staying too long on the course is dangerous. If you fall, please move to the side quickly.
  • Please use play equipment properly. Do not throw it or hit others with it.
  • Young children must always be accompanied by a guardian.
  • Use is not permitted after drinking alcohol.
  • The area may be temporarily closed due to snow or weather conditions. Please follow staff instructions.

※The sledding area on the Iimori slopes is located within “Step Up Land.

To use the sledding area, you’ll need to purchase a Step Up Land admission ticket or show a lift ticket.
Sledding outside of Step Up Land is not permitted on the Iimori slopes.
Note that the sledding area on the Goryu slopes can be used free of charge.

For how to enjoy Step Up Land, please see the PDF below.