The Brueys at Tangram
If looking for a ski change from Nozawa Onsen one season then the resorts of Tangram and Madarao are the next closest resorts to Nozawa about a 40 minute drive away. Tangram Ski Circus and Madarao Ski resort are combined giving you some good ski terrain to explore. The resort also scores an amazing mount of snow which stays fresh with less people and a Northerly aspect.
Stats on Tangram;
Highest Elevation – 1320m with a vertical drop of 520m
Lifts – 2 Quads and 3 pairs total of 5 Lifts
Skill level; Beginner – 30%, Intermediate – 30%, Advanced 30%
Number of Courses; 14 with some great off piste too and Patrol are fairly lax as long as you know what you are doing
Longest Course; 2500m , Steepest Course 35 degrees
The Brueys at Tangram
A new and exciting Ski Lodge has just recently opened at the foot of the Tangram Ski Circus Resort. The Brain child of the lovely Kate and Adam – The Brueys at Tangram is sure to become popular with skiers and boarders of all ages and levels. Just a 5 minute walk to the lifts with in-house restaurant, spacious living areas and beautifully renovated rooms.
All rooms have their own bathrooms which is rare and set ups to suit families, couples or groups of friends.
Priced from 28,000 Yen a night for 2 people and an extra 8000 yen for a 3rd Person

The Sake Suite
It sleeps up to 2 Adults and 2 Children. Just a 4 minute walk to the lifts and lots of restaurants nearby. It is a fantastic option if looking to stay at Madarao Ski Resort.
Facilities include;
- Parking available
- Wifi Broadband internet connection
- Kitchen and dining room with all the mod cons
- Stereo, boardgames and puzzles
- Bathroom and Laundry
Priced from 38,000 Yen a night for 4 people
Standard room
It sleeps up to 3people with 1king bed and one single bed or 3 single beds. The room has 19sq meters of space.
Facilities include;
- Parking available
- Wifi Broadband internet connection
- Fully stocked kitchen with all cooking supplies and utensils
- Private bathroom
Priced from 28,000 Yen a night for 2 people and 8,000yen for the 3rd person.
Family room
Katsura Family room can accommodate 4people with 1king and 2single beds or 4 single beds. It has 23sq meters of space.
Facilities include;
- Wifi Broadband internet connection
- Private bathroom
- welcome drink
- continental breakfast daily
Priced from 44,000 Yen a night for 4 people.
The 2bedroom suite
The 2bedroom suite “Kiku” can accommodate up to 6people. The 1st bedroom has 1king or 2 single beds and the second bedroom has 1kind and 1 bunk bed or 2single beds.
Facilities include;
- Wifi Broadband internet connection
- Private bathroom
- welcome drink
- continental breakfast daily
Priced from 52,000 Yen a night for 6 people.