Weather summary
Now9°partly cloudy7 km/hUpdated 07:06, 8 Nov
About
- base
- 117 m
- peak
- 223 m
- vertical
- 106 m
- lifts
- 1
- runs
- 3
- longest run
- 0.3 km
- day ticket
- ¥2,000
- season
- Nov – Apr
Character
- Local hill
- Night skiing
Tochio Family is a compact beginner-focused area in Nagaoka that draws local families and first-timers with gentle slopes and a relaxed weekend vibe. The single pair lift and minimal vertical mean quick laps, but don't expect terrain variety or depth.
Nearby resorts
- Suhara0 cm13 km away
- Nagaoka Shiei0 cm13 km away
- Koshi Kogen0 cm19 km away
How it rides
Tochio Family sits just outside Nagaoka City and operates mainly on weekends and holidays, with extended hours over New Year. The terrain is entirely beginner-friendly—all three runs are mellow and forgiving, making it an easy entry point for kids and new riders. The single pair lift is straightforward, and the base has a small children's area and sledging zone, plus lessons available if you need coaching.
The tradeoff is obvious: with 52 meters of vertical and three runs, this is not a place to spend a full week. It's a local hill for quick sessions, family outings, and building confidence on snow. There's no rental equipment on-site, so bring your own gear. Weekends and holidays draw families, so expect a relaxed, low-pressure atmosphere rather than a powder-chasing scene.
- website
- tochio.jp
- where
- Niigata, Japan
Questions about Tochio Family
How much snow is coming to Tochio Family?
0 cm in the 5-day forecast.
Will it snow or rain at Tochio Family?
Too warm at the base for the next five days; the top may still get snow. It depends on the freezing level: under 117 m, it snows all the way down.
When is Tochio Family open?
The season usually runs from November to April.
How high is Tochio Family?
The base is at 117 m and the top at 223 m. That is 106 m of vertical.
How many lifts and runs does Tochio Family have?
1 lift and 3 runs. The longest run is 0.3 km.
Where is Tochio Family?
Tochio Family is in Niigata, Japan.
Which resorts are close to Tochio Family?
Suhara (13 km), Nagaoka Shiei (13 km), Koshi Kogen (19 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.