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Gassan ski resort, Japan (Europe) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Gassan

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Resort Guide

Gassan Ski Resort is located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, on the slopes of Mount Gassan. Known for its unique spring and summer ski season due to heavy winter snowfall, the resort typically operates from April to July. Gassan offers a relaxed atmosphere with natural, ungroomed slopes, catering primarily to intermediate and advanced skiers seeking a distinctive late-season experience. Key amenities include rental services and a simple base lodge, with the resort standing out for its deep snowpack and scenic mountain views.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionEurope
CountryJapan
Base Elevation1,235m
Summit Elevation1,670m
Vertical Drop435m
Total Runs4
Total Lifts3
Annual Snowfall1181 inches / 3000 cm
Longest Run10 km / 6.2 mi
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Live Conditions

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Gassan

Weather Forecast · 1,235m – 1,670m

Data reported at Sat, Oct 17, 11:02 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
0cm
Likely closed for the season (no closing date on record)

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (season-end). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Oct 17, 11:02 AM UTC
Base
1,235m
Temp
4°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,453m
Temp
1°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
1,670m
Temp
1°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 3
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,670m) · Updated Sat, Oct 17, 11:02 AM UTC
Today
17
7°
1°
Sun
18
11°
0°
Mon
19
11°
5°
Tue
20
11°
9°
Wed
21
11°
7°
Thu
22
6°
-1°
Fri
23
8°
-2°
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 17, 11:02 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+102%
vs 5-Year Avg
1585cm avg by now
+137%
vs 30-Year Avg
1241cm avg by now
1585cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~1616.7 cm. That's near the 5-year average (1585 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 30% above the 30-year average (1241 cm).

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Last synced Sat, Oct 17, 11:02 AM UTC

Top Après Ski

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gassan — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Gassan, Japan.

Visit the Gassan page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.

Gassan has 4 runs. and 3 lifts. The elevation ranges from 1235m to 1670m. with a vertical drop of 435m. The resort averages 1181 inches / 3000 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Gassan directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Gassan destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.