It is often more economical to rent equipment from the small independent rental shops that line roads near resorts. If you decide to do this, you may pay up to half of that cost. The equipment may well not be as modern as the resort s equipment, but is often fine. Many resorts will have boots up to 28 or 29 centimetres. It is best to check in advance.
Prices vary considerably.
You can probably pick up new ski and board equipment and get fully kitted out for less than 50000 yen if you shop around. This depends on how often you plan to use the equipment. Prices range from 2500 yen to 25000 yen, depending on the place you stay at. For an average family pension, expect to pay somewhere in the region of 7000 yen for bed and breakfast. Please check out the Places To Stay section of the site and our the Power Search facility for more information on recommended places to stay in the more popular resort areas.