[Winter 2026-2027] Notice of Winter Road Closures

(No application required) Sightseeing / Events

The road around the Niseko area will be closed for winter as follows.
We are sorry for any inconvenience to our users, but we ask for your understanding and cooperation.

Please note that the schedule may change depending on weather conditions. For the latest information, please contact the number below.

(1) Road No. 66 Iwanai Toya Line (commonly known as Panorama Line)

Between Kowa-machi old-akemi 744-1 gate and Rondokoshi-cho Yuri (Yu gate) (18.3 kilometers)
Road closure begins: Friday, October 23, 2026, 10:00 AM
Road closure lifted: Monday, April 26, 2027, 10:00 AM (scheduled)

 

(2) Route 268 Iwanaichodo line

Between the Kyowa-cho Oikomi (roadway Iwauchi Toya line intersection) gate and the temporary gate at 1005-1 Rankoshi-cho Tomioka (10.7 km)
Road closure begins: Friday, October 23, 2026, 10:00 AM
Road closure lifted: Monday, May 24, 2026, 10:00 AM (scheduled)

 

(3) Kutchan Niseko line on Road 58 No. (Echo Line)

Between the gate at Kutchan Town Hanazono National Forest Block 12 and the gate at the border of Niseko Town and Rankoshi Town (Goshiki Onsen) (5.20 kilometers)
Road closure begins: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Road closure lifted: Friday, May 21, 2027, 10:00 AM (scheduled)

 

Inquiries concerning roadside closure

For details, please contact below.

Regarding (1) and (2)
小樽建設管理部共和出張所　電話:0135-62-1818
小樽建設管理部蘭越出張所　電話:0136-57-5121

(3)
小樽建設管理部真狩出張所　電話:0136-45-2136
 

Tourist information for the Niseko area

Niseko Resort Tourist Association
電話:0136-43-2051（9:00～18:00）
 

Inquiries 

Commerce and Tourism Division Commerce, Industry and Tourism Section
TEL:0136-56-8843
FAX:0136-44-3500