Rusutsu, Japan
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Rusutsu Resort, located in central Hokkaido, receives an average annual snowfall of 45 feet (14 meters) and has some of the best powder and tree skiing found anywhere in the world. The resort, comprised of three separate mountains, offers all levels of ski and snowboard terrain with more than 37 trails, connected by four gondolas, with two terrain parks and 1,378 acres (42 km) of terrain. Rusutsu’s immaculately groomed trails, powder bowl access and beautiful woodland scenery is ideal for skiers and riders of all levels. Located 90 minutes from Sapporo’s airport, Rusutsu enjoys unbeatable proximity for ski travelers and cultural explorers alike.
With frequent flights between Japan’s New Chitose, Haneda and Narita International airports and major cities in Asia, the U.S., Canada and Australia, it’s never been easier for Epic Pass Holders to take a Japanese ski vacation. Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and Epic Australia Pass Pass Holders receive five unrestricted, consecutive days of skiing and riding at Rusutsu Resort, with no restricted peak dates.
Mobile Pass on the My Epic app cannot be used for lift access at Rusutsu Resort. Mobile Pass can be used as proof of a valid Pass to receive lift tickets for eligible Pass Holders.
Experience World-Class Powder
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| Lifts: 18 |
Runs: 37 |
Avg. Elevation: 2,818 feet |
Avg. Snowfall: 600 inches |
Explore Rusutsu's three peaks: Mt Isola, East Mt & West Mt
Things to do in Rusutsu
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Stay in comfort surrounded by nature at Hokkaido's premier resort complex, Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention, where there's so much to do all year round. Rusutsu Resort offers unique services to help make your stay luxurious and relaxing with ease of access: it takes just 10 minutes to reach Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention, the Amusement Park, and West Mt. by monorail. Or, choose The Vale Rusutsu, a luxury condominium-style hotel interconnected to Rusutsu restaurants, hot spring and attractions. Choose from 10 distinct room types to select the perfect space to unwind. |
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Enjoy the exquisite seafood and delicacies from the mountains and fine sake at Kakashi – a casual Japanese style bar |
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Experience the deepest powder with Rusutsu's award-winning Heliski operation. Or try out Snow Drifting and learn to drift on with this thrilling snow-driving experience. Ever imagined what a dog sledding experience would feel like? Glide across the snow behind a team of dogs during your stay in Rusutsu. |
Getting to Rusutsu
The new Chitose Airport is 54 miles from Rusutsu Resort, approximately 90-120 minutes via car or direct coach service. We recommend visiting from late-December to late-February for the deepest and best powder conditions.
Bring your Epic Pass media card and a valid photo ID to any Rusutsu ticket window to receive your five consecutive complimentary lift tickets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rusutsu Resort in Japan and what resorts are included in the benefit?
Rusutsu Resort is located in Hokkaido, Japan, just 90 minutes from Sapporo and New Chitose Airport.
Does my Epic Pass include benefits at Rusutsu Resort?
Epic, Epic Local and Epic Australia Pass Holders receive five complimentary, unrestricted and consecutive days of skiing and riding at Rusutsu Resort, with no holiday restricted dates. Epic Day Passes do not include access to Rusutsu at this time.
If you are an Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please call Vail Resorts Guest Services at +1-970-754-0005 prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu. If you are an Epic Australia Pass Holder and have questions about your benefits or eligibility, please call Perisher Customer Service at 1300 655 722 prior to your planned arrival at Rusutsu.
How do Epic Pass Holders redeem benefits at Rusutsu Resort?
Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and Epic Australia Pass Holders must present their vaild season pass card to a Rusutsu Resort ticket window to validate access and receive a day pass.
Is there a hotel or lodging requirement to receive benefits at Rusutsu Resort?
No. There is no lodging requirement to receive your five complimentary days of skiing and riding at Rusutsu Resort.
Do I need to bring my Epic Pass pass card with me to Rusutsu Resort?
Epic Pass, Epic Local, and Epic Australia Pass* Holders are required to present their valid season pass card and a valid photo ID to a Rusutsu Resort ticket window to redeem their five-day lift ticket.
Guests who have not received their Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass or Epic Australia Pass season pass card, but have completed their Vail Resorts Release of Liability should bring their Epic Pass confirmation email and a valid photo ID to a Rusutsu Resort ticket window to redeem a day pass.
*The Epic Australia Pass ski and ride season begins in the Northern Hemisphere in November of the current year and extends through April of the following year.
Are Kamori Winter Pass Holders eligible for any ski days at Vail Resorts ski areas?
Kamori Winter Pass Holders are eligible to receive 50% off the current one-day window lift ticket price at all Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts. Pass Holders must bring their valid Kamori Winter Pass and photo ID to a Vail Resorts ticket window to purchase a discounted lift ticket.
Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.
Are Ski With A Friend, Buddy, and Bring-A-Mate tickets valid at partner resorts?
No, Ski With A Friend, Buddy and Bring-A-Mate tickets are not valid at partner resorts. Ski With A Friend, Buddy and Bring-A-Mate tickets can be redeemed at all Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts.
Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.
I am an Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and/or Epic Australia Pass Holder. Can I use resort charge at partner resorts?
No. Resort charge is only available at Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts.
Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.
Can I use my Epic Mountain Rewards benefits at partner resorts?
No. Epic Mountains Rewards are only valid at Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts.
Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.
I forgot, lost or did not receive my season pass media card. Can I have one printed at the partner resort?
No. Vail Resorts season passes can only be printed at a Vail Resorts owned and operated resort, with the exception of Telluride.
Mobile Pass on the My Epic App will not work at Telluride; please bring your plastic media card. If necessary, Epic Pass Holders may print or reprint their Epic Pass season pass card at one of two convenient locations while visiting Telluride:
1. Telluride Sports Camel's Garden, located at the base of the gondola
Phone: (970) 728-3134
2. Telluride Sports Franz Klammer Lodge, located in Mountain Village's Heritage Plaza
Phone: (970) 728-0364
Please note, passes printed at Telluride will not be active until the following day.
Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts include Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Crested Butte in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Stowe and Okemo in Vermont; Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire, Stevens Pass in Washington; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Hunter Mountain in New York; Attitash Mountain, Crotched Mountain and Wildcat Mountain in New Hampshire; Mount Snow in Vermont; Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Hidden Valley, and Laurel Mountain Ski Area in Pennsylvania; Boston Mills, Brandywine, and Mad River Mountain in Ohio; Hidden Valley and Snow Creek in Missouri; Paoli Peaks in Indiana and Alpine Valley in Ohio; and Falls Creek, Hotham and Perisher in Australia.
If you have questions about your Epic Pass, please call Vail Resorts Guest Services at +1-970-754-0005. If you have questions about your Epic Australia Pass, please call Perisher Customer Service at 1300 588 955.
Does Epic Day Pass include access to Partner resorts?
Pass Holders with Epic 4-Day, 5-Day, 6-Day and 7-Day Passes with All Resorts Access have access to Telluride in Colorado and the six (6) Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. Access to European and Japanese partner resorts is not currently included on any Epic Day Pass product.
All Epic 1-3 Day Passes and Epic 4-7 Day Passes with Limited Access (32 or 22 resorts) do not include access to any partner resorts. Holiday restrictions also apply at partner resorts.
Does my Military Pass include partner access?
No. Military Pass Holders do not currently receive receive access to our partner resorts.