Kamui Ski Links is a ski resort located near Asahikawa City in Hokkaido, Japan. Known for its quality powder snow and varied terrain, it caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Resort Overview

  • Location: Approximately 20 km from Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, Japan

  • Elevation:

    • Base: 150 meters

    • Summit: 751 meters

    • Vertical Drop: 601 meters

  • Skiable Terrain: Approximately 24.3 km of slopes

  • Number of Courses: 25

  • Longest Run: 4,000 meters

  • Steepest Slope: 35 degrees

Terrain Difficulty Distribution

  • Beginner: 32%

  • Intermediate: 36%

  • Advanced: 32%

Lift System

  • Total Lifts: 6

    • 1 Gondola (2,327 meters in length)

    • 5 Pair Chairlifts

Snowfall and Season

  • Average Annual Snowfall: Approximately 7.5 meters

  • Season Duration: Early December to March 31

  • Operating Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Kamui Ski Links offers a diverse range of terrain and reliable snowfall, making it a suitable destination for skiers and snowboarders seeking a less crowded experience in Hokkaido.

Snow-covered ski slope with ski lifts and a skier, surrounded by a forest of snow-dusted trees on a cloudy day.

How to get here

Reaching Kamui Ski Links from Asahikawa is quick and straightforward, with several convenient transport options depending on your schedule and travel style.

By Car (Fastest Option)

  • Distance: approx. 20km

  • Travel time: 25-30mins

  • Take Route 12 out of the city and follow signs to Kamui Ski Links

  • Free parking is available at the resort

By Seasonal Shuttle Bus

During winter, a Kamui Ski Links Shuttle Bus operates directly from Asahikawa.

  • Departure Point: Different locations, please see bus timetable

  • Travel time: approx. 40mins

  • Tickets available at the station or directly on the bust (cash)

  • Note: this option is ideal for guests not comfortable driving in snow.

  • Travel Time: 25-30 mins

  • Estimated cost: ¥4,500 - ¥6,000

  • Taxis are widely available around Asahikawa Station and major hotels

  • A good choice if you prefer a direct, comfortable door-to-door trip.

By Taxi

From Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)

If you’re arriving by air:

By car or Rental Car:

  • Travel Time: 40-45 mins

  • A straightforward drive via Route 237 onto Route 12

By taxi:

  • Travel Time: aprox. 40 mins

  • Estimated cost: ¥8,000 - ¥ 10,000

By Shuttle Bus:

  • Travel time: 1hr approx.