Ski while looking down on the great Lake Biwa - Biwako Valley skiing ground

【Name of facility】
Biwako Valley

【Introduction, descriptions, and contents of activities】
This ski slope is located on the top of a 1174-meter-high mountain. The main slope lets you take in a run while looking down on the great Lake Biwa – also known as the water basin of the Kansai region and recognized for its mountain slopes. All levels of skiers, from beginner to expert, can enjoy skiing here. This resort is full of attractions such as "Snow Land" – a wintery playground – and a half pipe for experts.
[Additonal charges] Ropeway, lifts, ski wear and equipment

【Information provider】
Biwako Visitors Bureau

【access】
10 min by bus from JR Shiga Station on the Kosei Line.

【Availability in multiple languages】
Yes (incl. written materials)

【Available languages】
English
*Reservations are required for English skiing lessons.

【Price range】
Under 5001-10000yen

【Price for adult(Unit: yen)】
Private lessons: 8,000 -

【Payment】
On the spot

【Creditcard payment】
Yes

【Methods of reservation】
Online: http://www.bv-proski.com/

【Methods of cancelation】
Online

【Time required】
One day trip (One day)