Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan — While it may not showcase the flashy, powdery scenes the country is known for, ski season is underway at one ski resort in Japan.
Last weekend, Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti opened for the 2025-26 season. This is thanks to the ICS, which is an all-weather snowmaking system. It created a narrow slope for shredding, affectionately known by Americans as the White Ribbon of Death. It looks like you could get some small slalom turns on the trail, but the slope is best suited for those looking to take a chill glide down the snow. Regardless, it looked like a blast.
The open trail is known as Slope A. According to their website, it has a length of one kilometer(.62 miles) and a vertical drop of 150 meters (492 feet).
The season began with a countdown, as costumed skiers and riders rushed down the slopes. I probably would’ve gone down the slopes in the Flaming Hot Cheetos costume I used one time for a party four years ago. Pretty sure it helped me win the beer pong tournament that night.
Since its opening, conditions have been warm and rainy at times, but that’s to be expected in October. In recent days, warmer weather has led to the cancellation of night skiing operations. Meanwhile, ski resorts in areas like Niseko have recently received snow. Let’s hope the snow starts falling soon for Yeti.
The ski season in Japan starts in earnest next month, with most Hakuba and Niseko openings expected in late November.
About Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti
This small Japanese ski resort features five trails and three lifts. It tends to open earlier than most mountains in the country thanks to its all-weather snowmaking system. Probably the ski resort’s greatest strengths are its proximity to Tokyo and its stunning views of Mt. Fuji. While avid skiers may not be interested in its offerings, Yeti offers an excellent experience for families.
Image/Video Credits: Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti, Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park Official （白馬47）, Snowbirdsclub_official
