Weather summary
Now4°windy17 km/hUpdated 07:05, 8 Nov
About
- base
- 540 m
- peak
- 774 m
- vertical
- 234 m
- lifts
- 2
- runs
- 3
- longest run
- 2.0 km
- season
- Nov – Apr
Character
- Local hill
Izumigatake is a small, beginner-friendly area on Sendai's doorstep with mellow terrain and short lift lines. Limited vertical and a compact layout make it ideal for learning, though snow reliability can be spotty in warmer winters.
Nearby resorts
- Spring Valley Sendai Izumi0 cm3 km away
- Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle0 cm17 km away
- Yakurai Garden0 cm20 km away
How it rides
Izumigatake sits on the southeast slopes of Mt Izumigatake in northern Sendai City, offering straightforward riding with minimal complexity. The terrain skews heavily toward beginner-friendly pitches, making it a natural choice for first-timers and families. Two pair lifts service the mountain, keeping lines short and the pace relaxed — there's no jostling for position here.
The riding experience is mellow and forgiving, with a longest run of 2,000 meters that lets you build rhythm without committing to anything steep. Intermediate terrain exists but represents a small slice of the mountain; advanced riders will find little to hold their attention. The base area includes two sledging zones for young children and rental and lesson services, rounding out the family-friendly vibe.
Snow reliability is the main wildcard. Warm winters and inconsistent snowfall have forced shortened seasons in recent years — the 2023-2024 season, for example, ran only from mid-January to mid-February. There is no night skiing. If you're planning a trip, check conditions ahead; when snow is good, it's a pleasant local hill, but marginal winters can leave you disappointed.
- website
- izumigatake.info
- where
- Miyagi, Japan
Questions about Izumigadake
How much snow is coming to Izumigadake?
0 cm in the 5-day forecast.
Will it snow or rain at Izumigadake?
Too warm at the base for the next five days; the top may still get snow. It depends on the freezing level: under 540 m, it snows all the way down.
When is Izumigadake open?
The season usually runs from November to April.
How high is Izumigadake?
The base is at 540 m and the top at 774 m. That is 234 m of vertical.
How many lifts and runs does Izumigadake have?
2 lifts and 3 runs. The longest run is 2.0 km.
Where is Izumigadake?
Izumigadake is in Miyagi, Japan.
Which resorts are close to Izumigadake?
Spring Valley Sendai Izumi (3 km), Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle (17 km), Yakurai Garden (20 km). These are the closest resorts in a straight line.
How often is the forecast updated?
Every day. The weather summary shows when it was last updated, in the resort’s time.