Chase for Snow instructors’ favorite! Rusutsu has fewer people, long runs, and tree skiing areas ranging from easy to challenging, making it perfect for all kinds of skiers and snowboarders. Chase for Snow is also an officially certified school at Rusutsu, so we can provide legal lessons here.

Rusutsu can be divided into West Mountain and East Mountain, connected by a gondola that crosses the main road. West Mountain is generally steeper, suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced riders, with green runs, easy tree runs, and steep black competition runs. For families, there’s a small animal zone you can ski to—kids love it, and it makes West Mountain especially appealing for family trips.

East Mountain features more gentle and flat areas, and the terrain overall is more complex. The beginner slope at the bottom of East Mountain is extremely gentle—perfect for first-timers. The East Mountain area includes both East and Isola, offering the longest run of up to 3.5 km. There are many gentle red and black runs scattered throughout. The complicated layout makes it easy to get lost, so we recommend booking a Chase for Snow instructor for your safety.

Rusutsu has 11 lifts and 37 runs in total, covering a huge area. It’s best to spend a few days exploring the slopes and discovering everything it has to offer. If you’re not sure how to plan your trip, feel free to consult the Chase for Snow customer service team!