Hakuba47, famous for its first-rate snow quality as well as the amount of snow it gets, is located in Hakuba, Nagano prefecture. One of the unique characteristics of Hakuba47 is its long season; on an average year, the slopes are open for use from mid-November through early May. There are a wide variety of courses available here, from slopes for kids and beginners to those for experts, and even full-fledged half-pipe facilities. In addition to the courses, there are all sorts of other convenient establishments: napping rooms, onsen, kids rooms, a 24-hour base lodge, and more. There are tons of events during the snow season as well, such as ball-hunt competitions, a New Year's festival, slalom camps, and full-scale tournaments.
But of course, don't forget about the gourmet foods! From award-winning, authentic stone-oven baked pizza to vegetarian shops that use an abundance of organic ingredients from the Shinshu area, any kind of food you fancy is available at one of the diverse restaurants.
Even if you're a first-time skier or snowboarder, there's no doubt that you'll enjoy your time at Hakuba47.