An adult day ticket at Hakuba Happo-one costs ¥9,800 at the window in peak season, but ¥6,400 in early December and from late March. Buying online and topping up an existing card lowers the price again. Choosing the right ticket depends mainly on your travel dates and how many days you will ski.
We are the staff at Shiroumaso, a ryokan in Hakuba near Happo-one. This guide sets out the 2026-27 Happo-one lift ticket prices, the different ways to buy them, and a simple way to decide what to buy for a five-night ski trip.
Prices checked November 3, 2026 against Happo-one's official ticket page and the resort's 2026-27 season briefing. Prices are in Japanese yen and may change. Check the official page before you buy.
2026-27 Happo-one lift ticket prices
Happo-one has three price periods. The season is scheduled to run from December 1, 2026 to May 5, 2027, depending on snow.
| Period | Dates | Adult 1-day (window / web new) | Adult 1-day web top-up | Child 1-day (window) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early season | Dec 1 – Dec 18, 2026 | ¥6,400 | ¥6,200 | ¥3,200 |
| Peak season | Dec 19, 2026 – Mar 22, 2027 | ¥9,800 | ¥9,500 | ¥4,900 |
| Spring season | Mar 23 – May 5, 2027 | ¥6,400 | ¥6,200 | ¥3,200 |
Adults are 18–64, children are 6–17 and seniors are 65 and over. Children aged 5 and under ride free, but you still need to bring the child to the ticket window with ID to receive a free ticket.
Peak-season prices by ticket type
| Ticket (peak season) | Adult | Child | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-day, window or web new | ¥9,800 | ¥4,900 | ¥9,500 (window only) |
| 2-day, window or web new | ¥19,600 | ¥9,800 | ¥19,000 (window only) |
| Half-day, morning or afternoon (window) | ¥8,100 | ¥4,050 | Not sold |
| 1-day web top-up | ¥9,500 | ¥4,750 | Not sold |
| 2-day web top-up | ¥18,900 | ¥9,450 | Not sold |
| 3-day web top-up | ¥28,200 | ¥14,100 | Not sold |
The morning ticket runs from opening until 12:00, and the afternoon ticket from 12:00 until closing. Multi-day tickets can be used on non-consecutive days, but one ticket cannot be shared by two people on the same day.
Four ways to buy your ticket
1. At a ticket window
Ticket windows open around 15 to 30 minutes before the lifts start, depending on how busy it is. This is the simplest option for one day, and the only way to buy a senior ticket.
2. Web ticket, new purchase
Buy on the official webshop, receive a QR code by email, then scan it at a self-service ticket machine at the resort to collect your ticket. Web tickets bought in advance can be used during the season, but they are not refundable.
3. Web top-up
If you already have a Happo-one IC ticket card, you can add days to it online and go straight to the lift gate. Top-ups are cheaper than the window price, but they cannot be done at a ticket window. Keep the card from your first ticket: it can be reused.
4. SKIOSK ticket machines
The SKIOSK machines take credit cards only and charge the same price as the window. There are nine machines in total.
| Location | Machines |
|---|---|
| Nakiyama base | 1 for purchase, 1 for collecting web tickets |
| Happo Gondola station | 1 for purchase, 1 for collecting web tickets |
| Kokusai base | 1 for purchase, 1 for collecting web tickets |
| Sakka base | 1 for purchase, 1 for collecting web tickets |
| Happo Information Center | 1 for collecting web tickets |
Early-bird tickets: last chance until November 30
Happo-one sells an early-bird 2-day ticket for ¥16,600, online only, until November 30, 2026. It is for adults aged 18 and over and anyone can buy it. The two days do not have to be consecutive, and the ticket is cheapest when used in peak season (December 19 to March 22). There are no child or senior versions, and it cannot be refunded once you start using it.
Happo-one also sells cheaper early-bird tickets for holders of a Japanese My Number Card. These are aimed at residents of Japan, so most overseas visitors will use the standard early-bird 2-day ticket instead.
Which ticket should you buy for a 5-night stay?
A five-night stay usually means four ski days. Here is the adult cost of four peak-season days at Happo-one only:
| How you buy | Adult total for 4 days |
|---|---|
| Window, 1-day ticket × 4 | ¥39,200 |
| Web top-up, 3-day + 1-day | ¥37,700 |
| Early-bird 2-day (bought by Nov 30) + 2-day web top-up | ¥35,500 |
| Hakuba Valley 4-day ticket (10 resorts) | ¥42,800 |
If you plan to stay at Happo-one, web tickets are the cheapest option. If you want to ski at Iwatake, Tsugaike or other resorts, the Hakuba Valley ticket costs more, but it covers 10 resorts and the Hakuba Valley shuttle bus on the days you ski. For a comparison of the other resorts, see our Hakuba ski resort guide.
New to skiing? Start with the Happo Debut ticket
The Happo Debut ticket costs ¥4,900 for adults and ¥2,450 for children in peak season (2-day: ¥9,800 / ¥4,900). It covers seven gentle lifts at the base of the mountain: Nakiyama No. 2 Pair, Nakiyama No. 3 Triple, Shirakaba No. 1 and No. 2 Pair, Sakka No. 2 Pair, Sakka No. 3 Triple and the Sakka Kitaone Quad. If you only need a few runs, a base-area single ride is ¥800.
Ski Happo-one from a ryokan nearby
Stay close to the slopes and the buses
Staying in the Happo area keeps the Happo Gondola and the Nakiyama base close at hand. The free shuttle bus guide explains how to reach the other resorts. Shiroumaso is a ryokan near Happo-one, with local cuisine and a private onsen to warm up in after skiing. From December, we accept stays of five nights or more, which matches a four-day ski trip.
If you are not staying with us, you can still book the private onsen for a day visit on the private onsen booking page. Accommodation bookings are available below.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Happo-one day pass in 2026-27?
An adult 1-day ticket is ¥9,800 at the window in peak season (December 19 to March 22) and ¥6,400 in early season and spring. Web top-ups are ¥9,500 and ¥6,200. Children aged 6–17 pay ¥4,900 in peak season.
Can I buy Happo-one lift tickets online?
Yes. Buy a new web ticket on the official webshop and collect it at a ticket machine with the QR code, or top up an existing IC ticket card online and go straight to the lift gate. Web tickets are not refundable.
Where can I collect a web ticket at Happo-one?
Ticket machines are at the Nakiyama, Happo Gondola, Kokusai and Sakka bases, and there is a collection-only machine at the Happo Information Center. Web tickets can also be exchanged at the ticket windows.
Is the early-bird ticket worth it?
The early-bird 2-day ticket is ¥16,600 for adults, compared with ¥19,600 at the window in peak season. It is only sold online until November 30, 2026, and it cannot be refunded once used.
Should I buy a Happo-one ticket or a Hakuba Valley ticket?
If you will ski only at Happo-one, Happo-one tickets are cheaper. Choose the Hakuba Valley ticket if you want to ski at several resorts. It costs ¥42,800 for an adult 4-day ticket and includes the Hakuba Valley shuttle bus on your ski days.
Prices and dates checked November 3, 2026. Operating dates depend on snow, and prices may change. See Happo-one's official website for the latest information.
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