Weather summary
About Iohzan
- base
- 390 m
- peak
- 540 m
- vertical
- 150 m
- lifts
- 2
- runs
- 4
- longest run
- 2.0 km
- day ticket
- ¥1,570
- season
- Jan – Mar
Character
- Local hill
- Expert terrain
Iohzan is Kanazawa's only ski area, a compact city-run resort just 13km from downtown with a 50/50 split between skiers and snowboarders. The small vertical and modest lift infrastructure keep things mellow, though there's limited terrain variety and no formal instruction available.
Nearby resorts
How it rides
Iohzan sits on the edge of Kanazawa City, offering quick access to urban amenities without the drive to bigger mountains. The terrain is straightforward: beginner-friendly groomed runs dominate, with a handful of intermediate and advanced options. The Challenge Course stays ungroomed, which can be a draw after fresh snow, though the small vertical and limited acreage mean fresh tracks don't last long.<br><br>The lift setup is basic—a pair lift and a single—so expect short waits even on busy weekends. There's no night skiing, no terrain park, and no on-site lessons or rental shop, so you'll need to sort those elsewhere. The vibe is local and low-key, with family sledding areas and a genuine 50/50 split between skiers and snowboarders. If you're staying in Kanazawa and want to ride without leaving the prefecture, this works. Otherwise, it's a warm-up lap before heading to the bigger resorts in the Japan Alps.
- website
- ikidane-nippon.com
- where
- Ishikawa, Japan
Questions about Iohzan
When is Iohzan open?
The season usually runs from January to March.
How high is Iohzan?
The base is at 390 m and the top at 540 m. That is 150 m of vertical.
How many lifts and runs does Iohzan have?
2 lifts and 4 runs. The longest run is 2.0 km.
Where is Iohzan?
Iohzan is in Ishikawa, Japan.
Which resorts are close to Iohzan?
IOX-AROSA (7 km), Taira (18 km), Takanbo (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.