Memuro

Memuro sits in Tokachi, inland Hokkaido, and pulls decent snow through the winter season. The mountain is small—just 154 vertical meters—but the terrain is split evenly between beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, so there's something for most riders. The steepest pitches hit 35 degrees, which is solid for a resort this size. Snowboarders make up 60 percent of the crowd, so the vibe leans that way.

The lift setup is minimal: two pair lifts and one single (though the single isn't always running). That means lines are rarely an issue, and the base area stays low-key. There's a dedicated fat-bike zone, a kids' area with sledging, and winter glamping if you want to stay on-site. The resort runs 9am to 4pm with no night skiing, so plan your day accordingly.

Memuro's main story is its comeback. After closing in late 2023, it reopened in January 2025, so infrastructure and operations are still settling in. It's a place for riders who value quiet runs and manageable crowds over extensive terrain or après-ski energy.