Sugadairakogen Pine Beak Ski Area

Nagano Prefecture, Japan · 15.8 km of runs, 6 lifts, top 1634 m

On the Sugadaira Kogen plateau in Nagano, a highland once dubbed the “Davos of Japan,” Pine Beak is a sunny, chairlift-served area backed by reliable snowmaking. A large kids’ park suits families, while a race centre with bookable training courses draws competitive skiers.