Effective April 1, 2020
(Scope of application)
Article 1
The contract regarding the use of the ski resort operated by our company (hereinafter referred to as "the ski resort") shall be as stipulated in these Terms of Use, and matters not stipulated in these Terms of Use shall be as provided by law or in accordance with general custom.
(Dangers inherent in snow sports)
Article 2
Those who use this ski resort (hereinafter referred to as "users") should understand that all snow sports, such as skiing and snowboarding, have the following inherent dangers.
① Risks associated with the weather, such as snowfall, blowing snow, rain, dense fog, etc.
② Risks associated with terrain, such as cliffs, slopes, unevenness, ditches, streams, etc.
③ Risks associated with snow quality and snow surface conditions, such as ice burns, deep snow, crevasses, avalanches
④ Hazards from natural obstacles such as standing trees, stumps, bushes, rocks, and exposed surfaces
⑤ Hazards from collisions with man-made structures such as lift supports, signs, ropes, mats, etc.
⑥ Risks from collisions with snow vehicles
⑦ Hazards associated with the use of snow parks
⑧ Hazards from excessive speed
⑨ Hazards from self-fall
⑩ Risks due to collisions with other users
⑪ Risks due to fatigue, alcohol consumption, medication, and poor physical condition
⑫ Risks due to use of inappropriate equipment
⑬ Other similar risks
(On skiing)
Article 3
1 Users should anticipate the dangers inherent in snow sports as described in the previous article, and ski while avoiding the dangers.
2 Users must always look ahead and be able to stop or turn at any time.
(About getting on and off the lift)
Article 4
1 Users should carefully read the instructions on the bulletin board and follow them when getting on and off the lift.
2 If you feel uneasy about getting on and off the lift, please notify the staff and receive the necessary assistance.
(Compliance with signs and instructions)
Article 5
Users must follow the instructions and warnings posted on signs, bulletin boards, public announcements, and course maps, as well as patrols and other instructions from our ski resort staff.
(Prohibited acts)
Article 6
Users are prohibited from the following acts.
① Skating outside the course
② Entering or skiing on a closed course
③ Skating close to standing trees, lift supports, nets, ropes, mats, etc.
④ Skating close to other users
⑤ Obstructing other users from skiing
⑥ Approaching all snow vehicles, including snow compactors (course maintenance)
⑦ Obstructing the operation of lifts
⑧ Skiing in an unhealthy state of mind and body due to the influence of alcohol or drugs
⑨ Stopping or sitting on the course for a long time
⑩ Performing commercial activities at this ski resort without permission from the ski resort.
⑪ Flying a drone without permission from the ski resort
⑫ Throwing away or leaving empty cans, cigarette butts, and other items in areas other than designated areas
⑬ Releasing animals such as dogs onto the ski resort
⑭ Other similar acts
(Obligation to drive slowly)
Article 7
Users should drive slowly under the following situations.
① Places with slow speed signs
② Places where it is difficult to see ahead due to terrain or obstacles
③ Places where there is not enough snow at the beginning of the season or early spring
④ Snowfall, blizzard, or dense fog. When visibility is poor, such as at sunset
⑤ When weather conditions make it difficult to see the height or unevenness of the snow surface
⑥ When approaching natural obstacles such as standing trees, stumps, bushes, rocks, exposed terrain, etc.
⑦ At confluence points or narrow areas of the course
⑧ When approaching lift pick-up or drop-off points
⑨ When the course is crowded
⑩ When approaching the kids area
⑪ When approaching a patrol dispatched for work or an operating snowmobile
⑫ When skiing in a dangerous area if you do not drive slowly
(Obligations when skiing)
Article 8
Users should ski according to the following items.
① When starting out, merging from another course, or crossing the course, give priority to runners from above the course
② While skiing, pay close attention to the movements of the runners in front of you and maintain a safe distance from them
③ When overtaking, take into account unexpected movements of the person being overtaken, and leave a sufficient gap before passing.
④ If you fall, clear the course as soon as possible and avoid to the side of the course
⑤ When stopping or climbing up or down the course, use the edge of the course
⑥ If there is a patrol on duty or a snow vehicle in operation, give priority to their work or operation, and stop or slow down to clear the path.
⑦ Attach a stopper to the sliding equipment to prevent it from harming other users.
(Obligations for using the snow park)
Article 9
When using the snow park, users must strictly adhere to the following items.
① Follow the instructions posted on the bulletin board
② Ski within the limits of your ability and technique
③ Check the safety of the surrounding area before starting
④ Wear a helmet and other necessary protective gear
(Responsibilities of leaders/leaders)
Article 10
1 Persons who guide individuals, groups, or organizations to our ski resort, and who instruct, supervise, or care for users (hereinafter referred to as "leaders/instructors") must take the initiative in complying with these Terms of Use.
2 Supervisors/instructors should not teach participants skiing techniques, but should also teach them the matters stipulated in these Terms of Use and how to ski safely.
3 Supervisors/instructors should refrain from giving instruction in a manner or location that may disturb other users.
4 Supervisors/instructors should consider the weather, snow quality, course conditions, etc., and instruct students not to assign inappropriate tasks or expose them to danger.
(Responsibilities of students)
Article 11
1 Students do not have any priority over other users.
2 Participants must not only follow the instructions and warnings of their supervisors and instructors, but must also act in accordance with the matters stipulated in these Terms of Use.
(Responsibility of child's guardian/attendant)
Article 12
1 Parents and attendants should assess the child's ability and avoid putting the child in danger.
2 Parents and attendants should endeavor to teach their children about the matters stipulated in these Terms of Use.
(Cooperation in the event of an accident)
Article 13
1 Those involved in the accident and those who witnessed it should immediately report the circumstances of the accident to our ski resort personnel, such as those on patrol.
2 In the event of an accident, all users should try to assist the person involved.
3 Those involved in the accident and witnesses should mutually confirm their identities.
4 In the event of an accident, our company may confirm the identity of the person involved or the witness.
(Safety equipment)
Article 14
Users should try to wear safety equipment such as a helmet.
(Recommendation for insurance)
Article 15
Users should make efforts to take out accident insurance or non-life insurance in advance in preparation for accidents.
(Burning of search and rescue costs)
Article 16
A user who violates these Terms of Use and goes outside the ski resort or off the course within the ski resort and is in distress (hereinafter referred to as the "Victim").), family members, friends, acquaintances, etc. of a person in distress, and if our company conducts the search and rescue of the person in question, we will charge the person in question for the labor costs, snow vehicle operating expenses, lift operating expenses, lighting and electricity costs, and any other expenses incurred for the search and rescue operation.
(Claim for damages)
Article 17
If our company suffers damage due to the user's intention or negligence, or due to the user's failure to comply with laws and regulations or the provisions of these Terms of Use, we will claim compensation for the damage from the user.
(User Refusal)
Article 18
We will refuse use of our ski resort if any of the following items apply.
① When the application for use of our ski resort does not comply with these Terms of Use
② We are unable to respond to the request from the applicant regarding the use of our ski resort. When a special burden is required
③When the use of this ski resort is contrary to the provisions of laws and regulations or against public order or good morals
④When it is recognized that it is difficult to ensure the safety of using the ski resort, such as when a person is drunk
⑤ When the use of our ski resort is hindered due to natural disasters or other unavoidable reasons
⑥ When the user does not follow the instructions of our staff such as patrols
⑦ When the user When the person is a designated organized crime group, a designated organized crime group member, or a member of an anti-social organization under the Act on the Prevention of Violent Acts (enforced on March 1, 1992)
⑧When there is a justifiable reason in addition to the above items
(Restrictions on Use)
Article 19
We may restrict the use of all or part of the ski resort if the safety of the ski resort is compromised due to weather or other unavoidable reasons.
(Changes to terms and conditions)
Article 20
1 These terms of use are subject to change.
2 The fact that the changes will be made, the contents of the changed Terms of Use, and the effective date will be announced via the Internet or other suitable means by the time the effective date arrives.