Makino Kogen is a small ski resort located in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It has a height of 185m and offers a single rope tow and baby lift. The resort is situated in the northwest region of Shiga Prefecture, about 22km from the Kinomoto IC exit on the Hokuriku Expressway. Makino Kogen is a more laid-back ski area, often preferred by locals, with a focus on natural scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.