Hakuba 47 – Overview
The Snow Show calls it, “one of Japan’s best ski resorts”. Hakuba 47 is indeed connected to Hakuba Goryu and Iimori but sold all together as 1 lift ticket. Hakuba 47 is one of 10 resorts available in Hakuba valley with over 200 pistes and close to a hundred lifts. Hakuba 47 is well suited for all levels with long compacted pistes for beginners and world class back country skiing for the advanced. We’ve covered much of this resort under Hakuba Goyu‘s page so be sure to check out that page, too.
Ski Season Length
The ski season is typically from late November to early May. Of course, if you visit in late November, only the upper sections of the mountain will be open. In May, Japan has a series of national holiday called Golden Week. Hakuba 47 and Goryu are one of the few mountain in Japan that extend their season into May. Checkout this report from the 2022/23 season that ended in May. It was 13c at the top! In the 2023/24 season, it was equally as excellent.
Hours of Operation
The gondola is the first to open at 0800hrs. The resort closes (last lift up), depending on the lift anywhere from 1540hrs to 1600hrs+
Is Night Skiing Available?
Night skiing is available at Hakuba Goryu not Hakuba 47.
Snow Park
Yes, there is a great snow park available. Remember, Hakuba Goryu and Hakuba 47 are joined together and sold under one lift ticket. Check out the details of the 47 Parks Snow Park here.
Off Piste
The is a good amount of off piste terrain. Check our this review under Hakuba Goryu’s page about the Tree Riding Zones along with a short video.
Lift Tickets
The below are prices for the 2023/24 season.
| Child 6-12 yrs | Youth 13-17 yrs | Adult 18-59 yrs | Senior 60-79 yrs | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Day | ￥3,800 | ￥5,400 | ￥7,500 | ￥6,700 | |
Cross Country Skiing
Yes, cross country skiing is available. Snow Harp is a cross-country skiing venue located more toward Hakuba Goryu and 47. They offer trails up to 5km long. Checkout the map to the right.
Onsen
Here is some good coverage on onsens on Hakuba.
Cafeteria / Restaraunts
There is a lot to choose from. There are cafeterias available at the base and on top of the mountain.
Rentals
Rentals are available. You can rent from either Hakuba Goryu or Hakuba 47. Ski and snowboards, along with wear, is available.
Ski & Snowboard Schools
Hakuba has lessons and guiding available with English commonly available. Check out Hakuba Ski Concierge, Evergreen International Ski School, Happo-one Ski and Snowboard School, Hakuba Snow Sports School and Hakuba 47 Ski Academy International. There are of course many more ski at snowboard schools available at Hakuba 47.
Accomodation
There is a wide variety of accommodation available from guest houses and hostels to challets and apartments. Hakuba valley has a total of 10 resorts. There is also a very good bus networks between mountains.
Parking
A lot of parking available. Goryu and 47 do not charge for parking.
Hakuba 47 Ski Map
Videos from Hakuba 47
- Beginner: 6 runs over 3.6 km
- Intermediate: 8 runs over 5.4 km
- Expert: 2 runs over 1.4 km
- Beginner: 13 runs over 14.3 km
- Intermediate: 15 runs over 11.4 km
- Expert: 11 runs over 7 km
- Beginner: 10 runs over 7.6 km
- Intermediate: 11 runs over 7 km
- Expert: 11 runs over 6.1 km
Ski Resorts Near Hakuba 47
There are a total of 11 resorts within 30 km from this resort.
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Hakuba Happo One is 2.7km away!
Hakuba Iwatake is 5.3km away!
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