雪具租借Ski & Snowboard Rental

• Passport & Deposit: Shops usually ask to see your passport when you rent (some accept a digital copy) and may also take a deposit, so check with the shop in advance.
• Helmet: For your safety, you must rent or bring a helmet. Guests without a helmet cannot join the lesson.
• Available Gear: Skis, snowboards, boots, poles, jackets, pants and helmets are usually available to rent, but goggles, protective gear and gloves may not be, so check with the shop in advance.
• Typical Prices: A set (skis or snowboard, boots, poles and snow clothing) costs around ¥4,000–7,000 per day. Prices vary by shop, gear age and rental length.
• Where to Rent: The main options are resort counters, rental desks at hotels and shops near Yuzawa Station. If you need Chinese-speaking service, choose a shop near Yuzawa Station.
• Comparing Rental Shops:
  • Resort shops: The easiest for pickup and return, with no extra trip, but usually pricier.
  • Hotel rental desks: Usually cheaper and also easy for pickup and return, but the gear may be older.
  • Chinese-speaking shops near the station: Easy to talk to in Chinese, and some run resort shuttles, but they usually cost more and need booking in advance.
• Transfers: Some shops near the station offer free transfers between the resorts and hotels; book ahead. If yours does not, take the free resort shuttle buses from the station’s East and West exits.

• Trying On Boots: Wear medium-thick ski socks that reach above the boot cuff (about mid-calf or higher); wool or wool-blend socks are warm and comfortable. Avoid two pairs or very thick socks, which can rub, squeeze or let your foot slide while skiing. Only your socks go inside the boot: keep base layers and other pant legs above the cuff, so no bunched or creased fabric presses on your leg, cuts circulation and makes your feet go numb. Try boots on dressed as you will be on the slopes to get the right size and a comfortable fit.
• Jacket & Pants: Choose a slightly loose jacket with room for 1–2 warm layers underneath, and snow pants with built-in gaiters to keep snow out of your boots. Try them on with your protective gear.
• Helmet: Don’t wear a thick beanie under your helmet, as it stops the helmet fitting well. For warmth, choose a plain, thin liner cap or a ski face mask.
• Gear Check: Check the gear’s condition at pickup and exchange anything that does not fit or feels uncomfortable. If any problems come up while you ski, you can return to the rental shop for adjustments.

What should you rent, and what is worth buying? Our instructors suggest:

• Skis & Snowboards: They are awkward to carry, so unless you ski often, renting is the way to go.
• Boots: Worth considering buying; Japan often has sales and tax refunds. More expensive is not always better: beginners should choose a softer, comfortable pair that fits well.
• Jackets & Pants: Choose a waterproof rating of at least 10K. Pick a slightly loose jacket so you can add warm layers, and snow pants with built-in gaiters, ideally tried on with your protective gear. Find them at Decathlon or a snow sports shop.
• Helmet: It takes up luggage space, so renting is fine; buy one if you don’t mind carrying it.
• Personal Items (Socks, Base Layers, Face Coverings, Gloves, Goggles & Protective Gear): For hygiene and fit, bring your own. See the checklist.

• How Early Should I Arrive?Allow 30–60 minutes at a resort counter and at least 1 hour at a Yuzawa town shop to queue, try on gear and get dressed. For town shops, also allow travel time to the resort. Lesson guests must be fully ready before the meeting time.
• Can I Book Ahead?Resort counters need no booking; just fill in a form on the spot. Some town shops take online bookings, which cut the wait. Not every item may be available to rent, so check in advance.
• Can I Rent Without Speaking Japanese?Yes! Basic Japanese, English or a translation app is enough, and there are Chinese-speaking shops too.
• What If I Need Help Renting?Once you have booked a lesson, contact us anytime. Our instructors and customer service team are happy to help!