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KUMA LODGE
Kuma Lodge is your boutique mountain base for skiers and boarders looking for an unforgettable Japanese powder experience. With panoramic views over the resort and snow covered mountains, you’ll enjoy all levels of skiing terrain and ample apre action.
The ski lodge has nine well equipped rooms that are spread over two floors and are available for double or triple occupancy. Every room has been tastefully furnished and some include a balcony or ensuite bathroom.
Completely designed for your comfort, the lodge has a number of relaxation areas including a purpose built living room with flat screen TV, ping pong table, darts board and plush new sofas.
Madarao has long been a popular choice for generations of Japanese and is rapidly becoming a destination for western travellers due to the opening of the new Shinkansen bullet train last year, taking skiers direct from Tokyo central to the resort in approx 100 minutes. This is pure testament to the fact that the Kuma Lodge is the best rated accommodation in Madarao on TripAdvisor.
Let’s help make your stay at Kuma worth your while.
woodpecker lodge
Woodpecker Lodge is a new addition, located right next door to Kuma Lodge in the heart of beautiful Madarao.
The Lodge offers a no-fuss and budget friendly ski-in and ski-out accommodation option, perfect for travelling with friends or family. Woodpecker Lodge will be open for the winter season from mid December right through to the end of March 2020.
There are ten rooms over three floors, most with shared bathroom facilities. Woodpecker Lodge also has large dining and living areas with Madarao mountain views, a ski equipment drying room as well as male and female ofuro.
Included with your accommodation is breakfast every morning with free WiFi available for all guests. The team are more than happy to provide additional bedding options if required for your stay and can offer discounts for large group bookings.
For more premium accommodation in Madarao, please enquire with us about staying at Kuma Lodge.
MADARAO MOUNTAIN RESORT
Mt. Madarao stands 1382 meters tall and has 30 separate trails. There are 15 lifts and the ski area features a unique bowl-shape. Previous to the host to Japan’s first Freestyle Skiing Competition, there are many unique runs to choose from. Madarao can be enjoyed by everyone from first timers to advanced skiers.
With 60% of the tails ungroomed, there is a good chance you’ll be able to enjoy the fluffy, deep powder the area is famous for. Many Japanese skiers prefer to keep to the groomed trails, so there isn’t a lot of competition when it comes to making fresh powder tracks.
Madarao has a double ski pass which includes Tangram Ski Circus, the slopes afford picturesque views of the surrounding area including Lake Nojiri and Mt. Myoko. Guests may also take day trips to explore surrounding resorts like Nozawa Onsen and Myoko Kogen.
