First skiing at a ski resort Thorough measures against the new corona Kamikawa-cho, Hokkaido November 20, 0:25
Skiers enjoyed their first skiing as the new coronavirus infection prevention measures began at the ski resorts of Kurodake in the Daisetsu Mountains, Hokkaido.
Kurodake Ski Resort in Kamikawa-cho, Hokkaido is located on the hillside of Kurodake at an altitude of 1984 meters, and is the first natural snow ski resort to open nationwide every year.
The season began on the 19th, and more than 50 skiers visited from the morning to enjoy their first ski.
At the ski resort, in order to prevent infection of the new corona, all employees are required to wear masks and gloves, and the capacity of the gondola is reduced from 101 to 50, and every operation is performed. It means disinfecting.
A man in his 40s, who visited on a work holiday, said, "I'm glad I was able to slide for the first time. The altitude is high, so the snow quality is very good."
Mizuki Takada of Rinyu Tourism Co., Ltd., which operates the Kurodake Ski Resort, said, "We are thoroughly implementing measures against the new corona. We want you to enjoy skiing to your heart's content with peace of mind."