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GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort

🎿 GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort (GALA湯沢スキー場)

The Most Accessible Ski Resort from Tokyo!

GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort is a popular and convenient ski destination located in Yuzawa Town, Niigata Prefecture. What makes it unique is that it has its own Shinkansen (bullet train) station—you can literally step off the train and onto the slopes!

🚄 Super Easy Access from Tokyo

  • Take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo Station, and you’ll arrive at GALA Yuzawa Station in just 75 minutes.

  • The ski resort is directly connected to the station—no shuttle bus or extra transfers required.

  • Perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway!

⛷️ Skiing & Snowboarding

  • GALA Yuzawa offers a wide variety of slopes for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

  • There are 17 ski courses, including:

    • Gentle slopes for families and beginners

    • Long, scenic runs for intermediate skiers

    • Steep, challenging trails for experts

  • Snowboarders are welcome everywhere on the mountain.

🏔️ Great Snow & Facilities

  • Thanks to its high elevation and modern snow machines, GALA enjoys reliable snow conditions from late December to early May.

  • Facilities include:

    • Ski and snowboard rentals

    • Ski school with English-speaking instructors

    • Large rest area, lockers, changing rooms, and food court

🧖‍♀️ Relax After Skiing

  • There’s a hot spring (onsen) facility called “SPA Gala no Yu” where you can soak and relax with views of the snowy mountains.

  • Nearby Yuzawa town also offers many ryokan (Japanese inns) with hot springs.

📷 Scenic Views & More

  • You can ride the gondola just for the mountain views, even if you don’t ski.

  • Great photo spots include the mountaintop observation area, offering panoramic views of the Echigo Mountains.

🎿 Why Choose GALA Yuzawa?

  • 🛤️ Direct Shinkansen access from Tokyo

  • ❄️ Reliable snow and long season

  • 🧳 Great for first-time skiers or quick trips

  • 🏞️ Beautiful mountain scenery

  • ♨️ Relaxing hot springs nearby

Whether you're a ski enthusiast or just want to experience Japan’s winter wonderland, GALA Yuzawa is one of the most convenient and enjoyable places to do it.

 

Official Website
https://gala.co.jp/en/winter/

 

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