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Rusutsu Resort Guide
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Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed March 31
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Resort Guide
Rusutsu Resort is located in Hokkaido, Japan, and features three interconnected mountains offering a wide variety of terrain across 37 courses and 42 kilometers of trails. The resort is known for its abundant, high-quality powder snow, family-friendly atmosphere, and scenic views of Mount Yotei. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out accommodations, a large indoor wave pool, and a range of dining options, making it suitable for both families and advanced skiers. Signature experiences include night skiing and access to extensive off-piste areas.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Rusutsu
Lifts
18
Skiable area
820 ac
Longest run
3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(37 total)
Beginner
8
23% of terrain
Intermediate
17
45% of terrain
Advanced
12
32% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola2
- High-speed quad1
- Quad chair4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Cricket Bar – Renowned for its cozy alpine ambiance and extensive selection of drinks, Cricket Bar is a favorite among Rusutsu visitors for its relaxed après-ski atmosphere and live music, making it a perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 212cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 233cm full-season avg
212cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~207.8 cm. That's near the 5-year average (212 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 11% below the 30-year average (233 cm).
Rusutsu Season Snowfall
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Rusutsu Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 245cm with an average of 125 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 24cm | 15 days | 3cm | 10cm | 7cm |
| December | 53cm | 26 days | 21cm | 37cm | 11cm |
| January | 54cm | 26 days | 50cm | 65cm | 12cm |
| February | 44cm | 23 days | 68cm | 79cm | 10cm |
| March | 47cm | 22 days | 72cm | 84cm | 12cm |
| April | 19cm | 11 days | 37cm | 63cm | 7cm |
| May | 2cm | 1 days | 1cm | 14cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
37 days scored, from 22 Feb
47
Best Day
8 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3523 Feb2cm
- 3128 Feb1cm
- 2924 Feb1cm
March 2026
- 478 Mar5cm
- 435 Mar8cm
- 437 Mar17cm
March scored highest for Rusutsu in 2025-26. Based on 37 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 29, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Rusutsu
- Where is Rusutsu?
- Rusutsu is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Rusutsu?
- Rusutsu runs from a base elevation of 400 m (1,312 ft) to a summit of 994 m (3,261 ft), giving a vertical drop of 594 m (1,949 ft).
- How big is Rusutsu?
- Rusutsu has 820 acres (332 hectares) of skiable terrain, 37 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Rusutsu?
- Rusutsu is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Rusutsu?
- Rusutsu typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Rusutsu get in a typical season?
- Rusutsu averages 551 inches / 1400 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
