Base Centre Escal Plaza

Escal Plaza is the central hub at the base of Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort, offering everything you need for a perfect ski experience.
With restaurants, shops, rentals, a hot spring bath, daycare and more, Escal Plaza provides convenience and comfort, all in one place.

Opening times
Resort open ~ 2025/12/19 :8:00 ~ 17:00
2025/12/20 ~ 2026/3/28 :Open 24 Hours
2026/3/29 ~ 2026/5/6 :8:00 ~ 17:00 (Weekends, Public Holidays and Golden Week 7:00 ~ 17:00)
Restaurants and Cafes

Restaurants and CafesDiscover the amazing food options at Goryu's Escal Plaza

Welcome to Escal Plaza! Our vibrant base center at the foot of the mountain offers a wide variety of dining options for every taste.

At Restaurant Haru, you can enjoy everything from Japanese to Western dishes, while Ramen Block serves warm, comforting bowls of ramen. We’re also excited to introduce a new set-meal restaurant operated by Yakiniku Karubiya Sanyu, a popular chain in Nagano. For vegan and gluten-free options, visit Sol Café, where inclusive meals are always available. You’ll also find plenty of easy, tasty treats from Yogorino, Lift Up Coffee, and Subway, perfect for a quick snack or sweet break.

Find your favourite dish and enjoy a delicious moment at the base of the mountain.

unique shops

Explore our range of unique shops

Visit Hakuba's only Burton Store and Goryu Snow Gears for all your snow sports needs. Check out the largest souvenir store in Hakuba, plus our tune-up shop for gear maintenance and spare parts.

Goryu Rentals

Goryu Rentals

Check out our rental prices and get geared up for your ski adventure. We offer affordable options to suit everyone, so you can focus on enjoying the snow!

Facilities

Facilities

Onsen & Changing FacilitiesAfter day of skiing and snowboarding, relax your body and mind with Himekawa Hot spring. Beside the locker room there is a changing room with sink, mirror, and hair drier.

Facilities

Kids FacilitiesKeep your little ones safe and entertained at our daycare while you hit the slopes, or let them explore their imagination at the 'Woodland' playground.

Facilities

Information CenterRight by the entrance to Escal Plaza on 1F is our Information Center. We’re here to assist with ski and snowboard delivery services, lost property, and answer any questions you might have. The reception for hotspring, lockers, nap hall and rental rooms are also here.

Facilities

Rental Room for Stay & Day useEscal Plaza offers two private nap rooms available for rent. Starting from the 2024-25 season, the rooms have been renovated, and the usage hours have been extended. This season, continuous night stays are also available, and the price includes an onsen ticket.

Facilities

Rental Room for Day UsePrivate rooms are available to rent during the day for families, small groups, and large groups. You can relax and enjoy your meals while taking in views of the winter slopes.

Facilities

Night Time Resting HallAn open space designed for resting during the night, perfect for those arriving at Escal Plaza at night. Operating when Escal Plaza is open for 24 hours, this facility does not require reservations. Relax and recharge before your day begins!

Facilities

Ticket Center Save time and money by purchasing your lift pass in advance through our online system!

The Ticket Center, located on the 2nd floor of Escal Plaza, is here to assist with lift ticket requests that cannot be processed through our online ticket portal. This includes EPIC pass ticket redemptions.
For ultimate convenience, lift passes for both day and night skiing, as well as season passes, are available online.