Weather summary
About Otoifuji
- base
- 70 m
- peak
- 470 m
- vertical
- 400 m
- lifts
- 1
- runs
- 3
- longest run
- 1.2 km
- day ticket
- ¥2,500
- season
- Dec – Mar
Character
- Local hill
- Night skiing
Otoifuji is a tiny, beginner-focused hill in rural Hokkaido with a single pair lift and mellow terrain split evenly between skiers and snowboarders. Night skiing runs three nights a week, but limited hours and facilities mean this is a local's spot, not a destination resort.
Nearby resorts
- Kotobuki30 km away–
- Esashi Town Mikasayama33 km away–
- Nayoro Piyashiri40 km away–
How it rides
Otoifuji sits on the southwestern foothills of Mt Otoifuji in Otoineppu Village, a quiet corner of Northern Hokkaido. The mountain is small and straightforward—one pair lift serving three runs that are almost entirely beginner terrain, with a modest 230m of vertical. The longest run stretches 1200m and the steepest pitch sits at 30°, so there's nothing demanding here. The split between skiers and snowboarders is even, and the vibe is decidedly local and low-key.<br><br>Night skiing is available Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with operations running from 9:30am to 4:30pm most days and extending to 8pm on weekend nights. There are no snow park facilities, rental equipment, or on-mountain lessons—this is a stripped-down operation. The resort is normally closed Mondays unless a national holiday falls on one. If you're chasing powder or looking for varied terrain, this isn't the place. But if you're passing through rural Hokkaido and want a low-pressure session on gentle slopes, Otoifuji offers exactly that.
- website
- vill.otoineppu.hokkaido.jp
- where
- Hokkaido, Japan
Questions about Otoifuji
When is Otoifuji open?
The season usually runs from December to March.
How high is Otoifuji?
The base is at 70 m and the top at 470 m. That is 400 m of vertical.
How many lifts and runs does Otoifuji have?
1 lifts and 3 runs. The longest run is 1.2 km.
Where is Otoifuji?
Otoifuji is in Hokkaido, Japan.
Which resorts are close to Otoifuji?
Kotobuki (30 km), Esashi Town Mikasayama (33 km), Nayoro Piyashiri (40 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.