About Us
Sweet Spot - noun: an ideal or most favourable location, level, area, or combination of factors for a particular activity or purpose.
What’s in a name!? Well, quite simply Madarao Ski Resort is located in the perfect location or Sweet Spot within the Japanese Alps and only a short drive away from several local resorts allowing guests the opportunity to make the most of their stay in Japan. With a direct train from Tokyo to the local station in Iiyama taking under two hours you can begin to experience the legendary Japanese Alps the very same day.
Sweet Spot Madarao Lodge is a new lodge nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Madarao Mountains. Our lodge offers an unforgettable winter experience for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, with outstanding facilities and amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
We aim to provide a seamless and enjoyable holiday for our guests starting with a free shuttle service to and from the Mountain each day. Our amenities include two cosy lounge areas to unwind, socialize and share stories with fellow travellers as well as free Wi-Fi connectivity to stay connected with friends and family.
We also offer guided tours and activity arrangements to make the most of your visit to Japan. We’ll also arrange a shuttle service to local Ski resorts within the region and arrange bookings at traditional restaurants serving delicious seasonal cuisine, incorporating local ingredients.
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What People Say
Sweetspot Madarao was a great place to stay with such an amazing location on the mountain and close to the restaurants in town. The breakfast was great and set us up for the day exploring the slopes. Andrew made everything so easy for us with his local knowledge of the area and resorts near by, always making sure we had everything we needed.
Sam Green
I had a wonderful time at Sweetspot Madarao. Andrew, our host, was kind and considerate and made us feel like we were in a true home, I couldn't recommend staying here enough, in such a beautiful and perfect spot in the Japanese Alps.
Alex Platt
I stayed at Sweetspot Madarao lodge for two weeks during the summer. I found the lodge easy to get to from Tokyo on the Shinkansen, the lodge is in an ideal location being close to the slopes for winter. However, what I most enjoyed were the variety of beautiful locations and stunning scenery just a short drive away. Andrew was a very accommodating host and very much enjoyed my experience at Sweetspot Madarao.