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Lotte Arai ski resort, Japan (Asia) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Lotte Arai

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Resort Guide

Lotte Arai Resort is located in Myoko, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, offering expansive ski terrain with abundant snowfall and a variety of runs suitable for all levels. The resort features modern accommodations, natural hot springs, and a range of amenities including restaurants, a spa, and family-friendly activities. Signature experiences include off-piste skiing, snow adventures, and panoramic mountain views, creating a relaxed yet adventurous atmosphere. Lotte Arai stands out for its blend of luxury facilities and access to deep powder snow in a scenic alpine setting.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionAsia
CountryJapan
Base Elevation329m
Summit Elevation1,280m
Vertical Drop951m
Skiable Acres529
Total Runs14
Total Lifts5
Annual Snowfall590 inches / 1500 cm
Longest Run7 km / 4.35 mi
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Live Conditions

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Lotte Arai

Weather Forecast · 329m – 1,280m

Data reported at Wed, Oct 14, 1:04 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
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Season Total
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Projected to open Dec 1

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

Current Conditions
Reported Wed, Oct 14, 1:04 AM UTC
Base
329m
Temp
19°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
805m
Temp
13°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
1,280m
Temp
13°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 5
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,280m) · Updated Wed, Oct 14, 1:04 AM UTC
Today
14
14°
6°
Thu
15
12°
5°
Fri
16
14°
4°
Sat
17
12°
3°
Sun
18
18°
3°
Mon
19
17°
10°
Tue
20
12°
9°
Season vs Historic
Updated Wed, Oct 14, 1:04 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+90%
vs 5-Year Avg
743cm avg by now
+124%
vs 30-Year Avg
512cm avg by now
743cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~668.7 cm. That's 10% below the 5-year average (743 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 31% above the 30-year average (512 cm).

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Last synced Wed, Oct 14, 1:04 AM UTC

Top Après Ski

The Lounge – Located within the Lotte Arai Resort, The Lounge is renowned for its sophisticated après-ski ambiance, offering craft cocktails, premium spirits, and panoramic mountain views, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind in style after a day on the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lotte Arai — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Lotte Arai, Japan.

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

Lotte Arai has 14 runs. and 5 lifts. covering 529 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 329m to 1280m. with a vertical drop of 951m. The resort averages 590 inches / 1500 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Lotte Arai directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Lotte Arai 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.