Mountain Setting and Powder Snow
Snow Resort Romance no Kamisama spreads across the northern slopes of Mount Kosha, a beautiful mountain rising above northern Nagano. During winter, seasonal winds from the Sea of Japan bring plentiful snowfall to the region.
The resulting dry, powdery snow is one of the resort’s major attractions. Surrounded by forests and expansive mountain scenery, visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in a natural setting characteristic of northern Shinshu.
12 Courses for Different Skill Levels
The resort has 12 ski and snowboard courses, with approximately 40% for beginners, 50% for intermediate skiers, and 10% for advanced skiers. This broad range of terrain makes it suitable for groups in which family members or friends have different levels of experience.
Pioneer Course for Advanced Skiers
For experienced skiers and snowboarders, the Pioneer Course offers a serious challenge. With a maximum gradient of 46 degrees, this steep, ungroomed course provides demanding terrain for advanced riders looking for a more technical descent.
Family-Friendly Courses
Beginners and families can enjoy gentler terrain such as the 800-meter-long Family Course. The Yamabiko Course passes through a forested area, providing a relaxed way to experience the snowy mountain landscape.
Some sections of the resort are exceptionally wide, reaching up to approximately 250 meters. This creates an open feeling on the slopes and gives skiers plenty of space to enjoy their runs.
Snow Park and Kids Area
Freestyle Fun in the Snow Park
The resort’s snow park features a variety of freestyle elements, including jumps, rails, and waves. It is particularly popular with snowboarders and freestyle skiers who want to practice tricks and enjoy a different style of riding.
KIDSWEET
Families with young children can head to KIDSWEET, the dedicated kids’ area. Its Children’s Plaza includes a 50-meter moving walkway, making it easier for children to enjoy sledding and playing in the snow without having to climb the slope repeatedly.
Facilities such as a nursing room and diaper-changing area are also available, making the resort more convenient for families traveling with babies and small children.
Comfortable Facilities for a Full Day
Restaurants and Powder Rooms
The resort restaurants offer menus designed around themes of beauty and health, providing a variety of choices beyond standard ski-resort meals.
There are also powder rooms equipped with beauty hair dryers, allowing visitors to freshen up comfortably after spending time outdoors in the snow.
Heated Pool and Large Public Bath
After skiing or snowboarding, visitors can relax at the resort’s heated swimming pool and large public bath, both of which are available for day use.
These facilities also make the resort enjoyable for people who do not ski. Families and groups can spend time together in the snow while choosing different activities according to their interests.
Lift System
The resort’s lift network includes several lifts serving different areas of the mountain.
No. 1 Single Lift: 517 meters
Silk Lift (No. 2 Pair): 594 meters
Pioneer Lift (No. 3 Summit Pair): 860 meters
Romance Lift (No. 6 Pair): 645 meters
Sky Lift (No. 8 Sky Four): 1,203 meters
AI Lift (No. 11 Quad): 741 meters
A Ski Resort for Beginners, Families, and Advanced Riders
One of the defining features of Snow Resort Romance no Kamisama is the variety of ways to enjoy the mountain. Beginners can take their first runs on gentle slopes, families can spend time in the dedicated children’s area, intermediate skiers can explore the extensive course network, and advanced riders can challenge themselves on steep, ungroomed terrain.
The snow park adds another dimension for freestyle enthusiasts, while the wide slopes and surrounding forests create a spacious mountain environment for enjoying winter sports at your own pace.
Easy Access from Iiyama
By Train
From Iiyama Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, the ski resort can be reached by car in approximately 15 minutes. A free shuttle bus takes approximately 20 minutes, making the resort convenient for travelers arriving by public transportation.
By Car
From the Toyoda-Iiyama Interchange on the Joshin’etsu Expressway, follow National Routes 117 and 403 for approximately 14 kilometers. The drive takes about 20 minutes.
A parking area with space for approximately 1,000 vehicles is available, and parking is free of charge 24 hours a day.
Winter Fun in Northern Nagano
Snow Resort Romance no Kamisama combines the powder snow of Mount Kosha with a wide variety of ski terrain and family-friendly facilities. Its courses range from gentle slopes for beginners to steep, ungroomed terrain for experienced riders, while the snow park and kids’ area provide additional ways to enjoy the mountain.
The resort’s name, inspired by Koumi Hirose’s famous “Romance no Kamisama,” adds a distinctive pop-cultural touch to the experience. Whether you come for skiing and snowboarding, a family day in the snow, or simply the atmosphere of a northern Nagano winter resort, this mountain offers a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience the snowy landscape of Shinshu.