The highlands of APPI sit right next to the Towada-Hachimantai National Park in northeast Honshu. Each winter season amazing powder covers all of APPI. The 21 trails at APPI are easily and comfortably accessible by an eight-person gondola and three high-speed, detachable, hooded quad chairs.
The Season
Early season: 5th December - 19th December 2025
Regular season: 20th December 2025 - 22nd March 2026
Spring season: 23rd March - 6th May 2026
Statistics
Number of runs: 21
Total length of runs: 43,100m
Longest runs: 5,500m from Summit through Yamabato Run to Shirakaba Run
Steepest: 34 degrees
Level: Beginner 30 % / Intermediate 40% / Advanced 30%
Number of lifts: 7 (1 Gondola, 3 quads and 3 lifts)
Elevation: Max elevation: 1328m / APPI Resort Center 620m / Vertical 708m
There's also a lot of variety at APPI Kogen - from beginner bunny slopes to a 5.5-km (3.4-mi) cruiser to steep and deep! APPI is one of the most well-known resorts in Japan and continues to be a mecca for skiers and boarders alike. Come see why by yourself. Facilities at the ski resort include full rental services, a ski and snowboard school that offers lessons in English, various nature experiences, a snow park, the APPI Snowpark, a kids room and much more.. with other facilities available in the hotels in the base area.
APPI recently expanded the tree run zone from 5 hectares to around 60 hectares and there are now 5 areas to challenge - Bravo, Cruise 1 and Cruise 2, Dragon Tail, and if you are an advanced skier or snowboarder don't miss the most difficult area Attack which is located in Mt. Nishimori.
Learning to ski or snowboard
There are a number of options for learning to ski or snowboard at APPI, including Private ski & snowboard lessons (in English) and Crayon Shinchan Kids School for children. More details here.
APPI SNOWPARK
Free your mind and ride your way. Pushing beyond limits with your buddies. Hit the jumps, jibs and banked slalom whatever you imagine.
MAGIC FOREST
Recommended for your tree run debut A natural maze appears in a forest roughly the size of two Tokyo Domes. Kids and adults alike can fully enjoy the snowy mountains while strolling through the forest.
NISHIMORI CAT
Nishimori Cat takes you over to the popular Nishimori area of the resort. It is available exclusively on weekends and holidays for BLACK PASS holders. (On weekdays it is available for 3,000 yen each time).
Nearby: Hachimantai Ski Resort Shimokura
At this resort there is a maximum ski run length of 2,700 meters, a maximum gradient slope of 37 degrees, a vertical drop of 550 meters, 1 triple lift and 2 pair lifts. This area is suitable for intermediate/advanced-level skiers and for those who like to enjoy fresh snow.
Getting to APPI
APPI is located on the centre of Northern Tohoku region and is in latitude 40 degrees N where world's famous ski resorts such as Austria's Arlberg and USA's Aspen are located. Here is the access information so that you can come to APPI by Japan Rail, Air, Bus and Rental Car. Please take a look for the following access examples from foreign countries during APPI Winter Season.
If you take JR Hanawa Line from Morioka Station, there is FREE shuttle bus between JR APPI Kogen Station and the resort buildings.
The shuttle bus in APPI resort do not run for early morning and late night trains, please contact appi_web@ihr.co.jp or call your hotel to organise pick-up.
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