Wakkanai Komadori

Closed for the season

Opens in Jan

Weather summary

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5-day forecast–
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About Wakkanai Komadori

base
5 m
peak
55 m
vertical
50 m
lifts
2
runs
3
longest run
0.3 km
day ticket
¥1,000
season
Jan – Mar

Character

  • Local hill
  • Snow park
  • Night skiing

Wakkanai Komadori is Japan's northernmost mainland ski area, offering mellow terrain perfect for learning and families. The small mountain has limited vertical and runs, but pulls reliable snow and stays open through evening sessions.

Nearby resorts

How it rides

Wakkanai Komadori sits at the tip of Hokkaido, near Soya Bay, and serves as a local hill for Wakkanai City. The terrain is uniformly gentle—all three runs average between 9 and 15 degrees—making this a straightforward place to progress or cruise without consequence. Beginner terrain dominates the mountain, and there's a tubing area near the base for kids, so it reads as family-focused rather than a destination for varied riding.<br><br>The two pair lifts run almost parallel and cover the modest vertical efficiently. The mountain operates daytime sessions until 5pm and night skiing from 6pm to 9pm (closed Sundays), which extends the day if you're local or staying nearby. There's no rental equipment on-site, so bring your own or arrange gear elsewhere. The small snow park has kickers and rails for those looking to play, and lessons are available on certain days.<br><br>This is a utilitarian hill—useful for locals and families, but not a destination in its own right. The northerly location means reliable snow, but the limited terrain and vertical mean a single visit covers everything quickly. If you're in Wakkanai for other reasons, it's worth a session; otherwise, look elsewhere.

where
Hokkaido, Japan

Questions about Wakkanai Komadori

When is Wakkanai Komadori open?

The season usually runs from January to March.

How high is Wakkanai Komadori?

The base is at 5 m and the top at 55 m. That is 50 m of vertical.

How many lifts and runs does Wakkanai Komadori have?

2 lifts and 3 runs. The longest run is 0.3 km.

Where is Wakkanai Komadori?

Wakkanai Komadori is in Hokkaido, Japan.

Which resorts are close to Wakkanai Komadori?

Sarubutsu Sonei (33 km), Toyotomi (37 km), Rishiri Tenbouzan (47 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.