Following my visit to the Snow Monkey Park, I returned to Yudanaka Station. The journey was incredibly convenient, thanks to the complimentary shuttle bus service operating between Yudanaka Station and Ryuoo Ski Park. With a clear timetable, planning my trip was a breeze.

A shuttle bus, as pictured, will be waiting for you at Yudanaka Station.

You can check the schedule in the picture or find it at the bus stop poles, where the information is available.

From Yudanaka Station, the car slowly took us in the opposite direction of the Snow Monkey Park.

The shuttle bus will take us to point A in the picture, which is the Ryuoo Center. Here, you can find ski equipment, souvenirs, lift tickets, restaurants, and lockers for storing your belongings. There is also a large parking lot in front.

At the Ryuoo Ski Resort, several hotels are clustered together. I booked a hotel through Booking.com. When I arrived at the Ryuoo Center, I opened the map and walked there. However, the path was covered in snow as usual, so I walked slowly.

I have chosen to stay at Hotel Chalet Ryuo tonight.

The sentence is already in English and does not require translation.

Upon entering the hotel, I encountered a group of Japanese children who were there for a ski trip. I approached the reception desk to inquire about check-in (my English was limited) and to gather information about skiing, including equipment rental. I decided to enroll in a half-day ski lesson to learn the basics and ensure safe skiing. I wanted to at least know how to fall properly to avoid breaking a leg during my trip. I also requested the staff to find a ski school with instructors who spoke English.

Lockers are available in the lobby for storing your belongings after checking out.

Compared to other hostels I've stayed in, the room was quite comfortable. The beds were stored in cabinets with sheets for guests to make their own beds, and towels were provided.

Before the futon is laid out, it is a spacious living room with a coffee table in the center. The white panels are heaters. This room also has a TV and a safe.

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The window offers a view of this scene.

A panoramic view of the ski slopes, with lifts running back and forth and skiers enjoying themselves until dusk. I'm excited and nervous about tomorrow's skiing. Will I fall? Will I get hurt? I'm scared of everything, haha. But I've come this far, there's no turning back now.

The hotel provided a set meal with a hot stove, which was turned on and heated upon arrival.

This is food served from the counter.

Before going to bed, I took a peek. Now it's an empty ski slope with orange lights, and the lifts have stopped operating.

The next day, I woke up at 7:00 am to have breakfast at the hotel restaurant. After showering, I checked out at 9:00 am.

The lively atmosphere in the dining room was filled with early risers grabbing a bite to fuel up for a day of skiing.

This breakfast is a simple and quick meal.

At first, I was secretly hoping that it would snow, as it might make the game more challenging. However, today the weather is good, with an exceptionally clear sky.

There are many places to learn in this area, but I chose a teacher who speaks English.

After checking out, the hotel staff escorted me to the Ryuoo International Snow ACADEMY Reception, a black container located in front of the Ryuoo Center where we had disembarked.

Upon entering, you will be greeted by a team of staff ready to assist you. I opted for a half-day group lesson in the morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, which cost ￥6,000. Additionally, I rented a half-day ski suit and equipment package for ￥8,800, which included skis, boots, ski poles, a jacket and pants, a helmet, gloves, and goggles. The staff recommended purchasing accident and equipment damage insurance.

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I've got it all covered. 500 baht + 500 baht. I'm just being cautious. Haha (But I already have travel insurance from Thailand).

This area offers a variety of ski sizes and colors to choose from. To the right, you will find lockers for storing your shoes.

These are my trusty ski boots for today. They have a hard sole and lock onto the skis, making them very difficult to walk in. However, everyone else seems to be walking just fine, so I'm a bit confused. Haha! Be careful when taking them off, as the carpet in here is soaking wet. (One of my socks is already soaked.)

This section is for purchasing tickets for the Lift to ride up to the Terrace (Point E) or to continue on to the Lift to play from the top of the mountain (this might be too advanced). For beginners like me, I'll just play below. If the brakes are on, you don't have to go down too far.

While waiting for class, I took a walk around the Ryuoo Center.

The teacher then led the students to the escalator. The teacher had to teach them how to walk from this point on, as they were unable to walk properly. If they did not flow smoothly, they would take very slow steps. They practiced and will hopefully get used to it.

For safety reasons, the escalator ascends at an extremely slow pace. During the ascent, families with children playing in the snow can be observed. Some individuals opt to sit on sleds or trays and slide down the escalator.

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Or should we just play like this? Haha, paid, no change of mind, let's continue.

Throughout the two hours, the instructor patiently guided us step-by-step, covering everything from putting on skis and boots to maneuvering uphill (walking sideways), maintaining balance while descending, slowing down, braking, and turning. The instructor demonstrated each technique and then had us take turns practicing. We started on a gentle slope at the bottom of the hill. Fortunately, even though we were scheduled as a group lesson, no one else showed up, so it ended up feeling like a private lesson.

Determined to succeed, I focused on my studies, aiming to minimize my falls. However, it proved more challenging than anticipated. As for the falls, well, they were plentiful. Haha! At this point, the only option is to take a break. The instructor demonstrated right turns by shifting weight to the feet. When I attempted it, I ended up turning left, resulting in a failed test.

Before the time was up, we asked for a selfie with the teacher as a souvenir. The teacher is from Taiwan and came here to ski and liked it so much that he decided to become a ski instructor here. Before we parted ways, we just remembered that we had a lift pass to ski from the top, so we asked the teacher what to do. The teacher looked surprised! and asked, "Who sold it to you?"

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"Wait, wait, wait, the brakes aren't working yet, and the steering isn't done yet. Why did you dare to buy a ticket?" I replied in a depressed tone, "I bought it from the hotel..."
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The teacher asked again, "Are you going to go up?" It was as if he was saying, "Don't go up.".
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If I go up, I don't know what my fate will be. The point is, I bought it for ￥3500 each. It's like "losing face is okay, but losing money is not okay.".
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Insurance is done, studies are done, don't be afraid! Weigh your options for 3 seconds and confirm "Let's go!"

Let's head up there!

The teacher then led us to line up for the elevator. It was quite a struggle just to get into the line, as everyone was sliding and moving around chaotically. Haha! Let me tell you, you definitely need someone to guide you the first time you ride this elevator, because it spins continuously without stopping.

Although it can be delayed, everyone should know what to do and be aware of the timing of the lift's arrival. When the lift arrives, passengers should find their designated space and wait in line at the marked area. Once the chairs reach their buttocks, they should sit down simultaneously and press the iron bars to secure everyone in place.

The elevator carried us upwards along the steel cables. As someone with a fear of heights, I had to sit still and pretend to be calm. I didn't want the teacher to know I was scared and lose their confidence. Haha! When we reached the top, I had to find the right moment to get off the elevator and quickly leave the walkway, as the next elevator was arriving with more people. ...

Reaching the top, I took a moment to gather my courage. The view stretched out before me, encompassing the entire ski slope. My instructor reassured me, "It's not difficult. Just keep braking the whole way down."

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A piece of advice that hit the nail on the head, but it was the best advice for me. I couldn't turn, I couldn't dodge, I just had to slow down, right? And then I slowly flowed down to the bottom. At that time, I felt so cool, so handsome. The wind hit my face like a movie hero. Haha. When I got down, I said goodbye to the teacher. The teacher told me to return the equipment before 1:30 p.m. It's 12:50 p.m. now. What should I do?
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I took the elevator, went down, and learned the basics. Now I can be cool. I went up 3-4 more times by myself, and then I skied down gracefully.

At that moment, I thought to myself, "Should I extend my stay at the hotel for another night?" It was an incredible experience, the most extreme sport I've ever done, and I had a blast. With such limited time, it was just a quick test to see if I enjoyed it. Ultimately, I made a promise to myself that I would find time to ski again, perhaps even planning a dedicated ski trip.

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Next time, I have to make the turn. Hahahaha.

Bid farewell to the ski slopes, change into your clothes, and wait for the shuttle bus to return to Yudanaka Station.

The atmosphere along the way

While on the road, we continued to plan our route, trusting Google Maps to guide us and ensure we wouldn't get lost.

Here is the translation of the provided text:

And that concludes my account of skiing at Ryuoo Ski Park. Let me tell you, skiing isn't that difficult if you set your mind to it and are determined to conquer it (sounds like a national team member, haha!). I just wanted to say that if someone with no skills like me can do it, then anyone can.

Thank you very much for reading this far. I am truly touched.

While skiing may incur an additional cost of approximately 5,000 baht, for me, this amount spent on shopping would become obsolete or outdated within a day. However, by skiing, I have the opportunity to try new things, experience new environments, and learn to fall and get up, making it an ordinary occurrence. It is an experience that will remain etched in my memory forever. One must experience it firsthand to truly understand the exhilaration it brings.

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Note :

1. Skiing is not difficult. Don't be afraid of falling because you will fall anyway.
2. If you set your mind to it, you can achieve anything.
3. If you want to have fun, the basics are important. Take lessons.
4. Safety first. Be safe in everything you do and be mindful of your movements.
5. I would be delighted if this review inspires someone to try skiing or something new.

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