Hakuba Valley is one of mainland Japan's most popular international ski areas. It's comprised of 10 resorts that can all be explored on a single day pass ... made sake. Nozawa Onsen's snow ...

Of course, there are dozens of other smaller ski resorts and backcountry zones equally worth exploring outside these two main areas, including Myoko Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Furano ... It’s possible to ...

The coveted Epic Pass offers a wide range of benefits for outdoor winter enthusiasts, especially if you purchase now well ahead of next year’s ski and snowboard season. Choose from the Epic Pass ...

Cost of a day’s lift ticket: 10,500 yen ($72) for access to all four peaks; free with an Ikon Pass Where to stay: The ...

Some ski resorts have taken measures to prevent ... of the day that the avalanche occurred,” Ito said. In Nozawa-onsen village in Nagano Prefecture, the body of a 38-year-old man from Uonuma ...

For many, the prospect of snowfall brings one of winter's greatest joys: planning the first of many ski trips. Heading to the slopes is a surefire way to kick aside cabin fever and get into the ...

The crowds and the prices are lower at Gore, since it isn’t on any of the major ski passes. With 115 trails on 450 acres, “it ...

Also check the small print on lift passes – for some resorts, children up to the age of eight can ski free of charge, and senior discounts can kick in from 60. Overall, remember: the interesting ...

Indy Pass evolved without fanfare while Epic and Ikon dueled for dominance, but this year it’s adding the Loveland ski area, a move Indy Pass managing director Erik Mogensen calls one of the ...

It has countless pockets for all your essentials—including your ski pass, goggles, interior, and chest—and an adjustable hood. Despite the budget-friendly price tag, it doesn't sacrifice ...

For those who embrace winter's icy winds and heavy snowfall, a ski vacation is the perfect getaway. To help you decide which domestic ski destination to visit, U.S. News weighed the most important ...