Join us in celebrating the Opening of Shiga Kogen!
This year’s festivities will take place at Yakebitaiyama Ski Area (Prince Hotel South Building) on Saturday, 5th December 2026.
Kick off the winter season with a traditional blessing ceremony and enjoy the excitement of a special lottery where you can win fantastic prizes!
Come share the energy, the snow, and the start of an unforgettable winter at Shiga Kogen!
Date & Time
Saturday, 5th December 2026 / Starting at 10:00am
Event Venue
SHIGA KOGEN Yakebitaiyama Ski Area (Slope behind on the Prince Hotel South Bldg.)
Check the location on our digital map “SHIGA KOGEN NAVIGATOR”
NOTICES
- No roadside parking. Please use Yakebitaiyama No.2 Gondola Parking lot (free of charge).
- In case of severe weather, the ceremony will be moved. (Location TBA)
Event Schedule *subject to change
| 10:00 | Shinto ritual |
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| 10:25 | Flag Skiing |
| 11:00 | – Kagami Biraki (opening a Sake cask) and offering of sacred Sake – Lottery tickets on sale *300 JPN per ticket *Limit of 10 tickets per person. |
| 11:15 | Demonstration Skiing |
| 11:30 | Prize Drawing Announcement |
| 12:30 | End of the event |
Opening Festival Limited Special Lift Pass
| Adults (Ages 19+) |
Senior & Students (Ages 13-18 & 60+) |
Children (Ages 0-12) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Pass (Online Sales) |
¥4,500 | ¥4,500 | ¥2,300 |
| 2-Day Pass (Online Sales) |
¥7,000 | ¥7,000 | ¥3,500 |
| 1-Day Pass (Ticket Counter Sales) |
¥5,000 | ¥5,000 | ¥2,500 |
| 2-Day Pass (Ticket Counter Sales) |
¥7,500 | ¥7,500 | ¥3,800 |
*1-Day Pass is on sale only on 5th & 6th December.
*2-Day Pass is on sale only on 5th December. (Valid for both 5th & 6th December)
*Special Lift Tickets will be sold at the ticket counters in any ski areas that open on the day, and Shiga Kogen Mountain Resort website.
*Some contents of the event may be subject to change based on snowfall and ski resort conditions. Please check this page in advance.
Host
SHIGA KOGEN Tourism Association
