Weather summary
About Gokazan
- base
- 25 m
- peak
- 120 m
- vertical
- 95 m
- lifts
- 1
- runs
- 4
- longest run
- 1.0 km
- day ticket
- ¥1,500
- season
- Jan – Mar
Character
- Local hill
- Night skiing
Gokazan is a compact, north-facing hill in eastern Hokkaido with night skiing until 9pm and a mix of beginner and intermediate terrain. It's a local spot near the Sea of Okhotsk coast with minimal infrastructure but reliable winter conditions.
Nearby resorts
- Engaru Rock Valley20 km away–
- Saroma Choei23 km away–
- Mombetsu Ouyama29 km away–
How it rides
Gokazan sits in Yubetsu Town on Hokkaido's eastern coast, a small operation with a single chairlift serving a north-facing slope. The terrain splits evenly between beginner and intermediate runs, with a smaller wedge of advanced pitches. Night skiing runs until 9pm, which is unusual for a hill this size and adds some evening options if you're staying in the area.<br><br>The resort is bare-bones by design: no rental shop, no lessons, no park. There's a sledging area near the base and some cross-country courses around the grounds, but this is fundamentally a straightforward hill for local riders and families. The north aspect and Hokkaido location mean reliable snow through the season, though wind can affect the single lift on exposed days.<br><br>Gokazan works best if you're exploring eastern Hokkaido and want a quick session, or if you're based in Yubetsu and need a local option. Don't expect much in the way of amenities or après-ski — the draw is simply the riding and the quiet.
- website
- town.yubetsu.lg.jp
- where
- Hokkaido, Japan
Questions about Gokazan
When is Gokazan open?
The season usually runs from January to March.
How high is Gokazan?
The base is at 25 m and the top at 120 m. That is 95 m of vertical.
How many lifts and runs does Gokazan have?
1 lifts and 4 runs. The longest run is 1.0 km.
Where is Gokazan?
Gokazan is in Hokkaido, Japan.
Which resorts are close to Gokazan?
Engaru Rock Valley (20 km), Saroma Choei (23 km), Mombetsu Ouyama (29 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.