Tateyama Sanroku

Tateyama Sanroku splits into two connected zones—Raicho Valley and Gokurakuzaka—each with its own base facilities and lift infrastructure. The layout gives you options: Raicho Valley runs four pair lifts and hosts night skiing on the lower section, while Gokurakuzaka anchors two quads and a pair. Both areas leave some runs ungroomed, which adds character to the riding experience and keeps things from feeling too manicured.

The terrain spreads across beginner, intermediate, and advanced pitches, with the steepest course hitting 32 degrees. The longest run stretches 3km, giving you decent vertical to work with across the 708m drop. Snowboarder split sits at 40%, so you'll see a solid mix of riders. The resort runs a kids park at Raicho Valley and offers lessons and rentals, making it approachable for families or first-timers.

Location-wise, Tateyama Sanroku sits in southeastern Toyama City, making it accessible from the city but not a destination resort in the alpine-village sense. Daytime hours run 8am to 4:10pm (Gokurakuzaka opens first; Raicho Valley at 8:30am), and night skiing extends to 8:30pm on the lower Raicho Valley runs. It's a solid local hill with enough terrain to justify a day trip if you're in the region.