Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort
Located on Mt. Hakkaisan, known for its heavy snowfall in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture, this ski resort offers 11 courses for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers. During the peak season, you can experience deep powder almost every day.
The most obvious issue is that the resort relies too much on the large gondola. When it's crowded on holidays, if you miss one, you have to keep waiting, which can easily disrupt your skiing rhythm. This feels more like a place you visit specifically to “ski seriously.” If you want a resort with lots of trail options and facilities where you can take your time and spend the whole day, Hakkaisan may not be the best choice.