Appi Kogen is 1305 metres high and is one of the largest resorts in Tohoku consisting of 21 runs, 2 gondalas, 14 charlifts and the longest run is a staggering 5.5 km. Appi is suited to all levels from beginner to advanced.

The well-known Aspirin snow (light and fine snow flakes) makes skiers and snowboarders enjoy riding from early December till early May. Starting with the longest run of "Yama-bato" (5,500 m) for beginners, they proudly have the large scale of 21 different terrains that are similar to Europe's and America's resorts for all levels of skiers and snowbaorders. You can also enjoy the various activities within the resort. There are Appi family park, indoor swimming pool, nature experience programs and more!

Mountain services include english speaking private lessons, backcountry tours, CAT tours in Hachimantai, which is close to Appi. Hachimantai is also a traditional japanese village adding to the experince.

From Tokyo, it is about 2.5 - 3 hours by bullet train to Morioka station. Then you can catch a public bus from Morioka to Appi which would take 50 minutes. Or there is a local train from Morioka to Appi Kogen station. And Appi has free shuttle between Appi Kogen station and the hotels.