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Exciting Ski Resorts in Japan:Easy AccessSki resorts that are easy to access from large cities.
GALA Yuzawa
GALA Yuzawa Station is right on the slopes. The fastest Joetsu Shinkansen is just 77 mins from Tokyo. The station exit connects directly with the guesthouse. A variety of equipment and skiwear are available for rent, so visitors can ski and snowboard here without having to bring anything. There is also a onsen facility in the base lodge.
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Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonumag-gun, Niigata |
Near GALA Yuzawa Station (The fastest Joetsu Shinkansen is just 77 mins from Tokyo.) |
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Joetsu Kokusai Resort
Joetsu Kokusai is one of the biggest piste in Japan and has a variety of slopes for all skiers from beginners to experts. The view from its Panorama run is spectacular. When weather permits, the Japan Sea coast can be seen. The biggest ski and snowboard event in Japan "Snow Festival" will be held in February.
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Kabanosawa, Minamiuonuma-shi, Nigata |
Near Joetukokusai-Skijomae Station (90 mins from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen and Joetsu Line) |
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Ishiuchi Maruyama
Ishiuchi Maruyama is one of Niigata Prefecture's biggest ski areas. Many skiers here come from Tokyo by the Shinkansen bullet train. It's especially busy during weekends and late evenings.
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Ishiuchi Maruyama, Minamiuonuma-shi, Niigata |
10 mins by car from Echigoyuzawa Station (90 mins from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen) |
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Naeba Ski Resort
Naeba Ski Resort is one of the top ski resorts in Japan. It covers a lot of ground and boasts high-quality snow. The resort provides a variety of facilities for families and advanced skiers. Extended stays can be rewarding, as the resort is connected to the neighboring Kagura ski area by a gondola while other areas are also in reach.
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Mikuni, Yuzawamachi, Minami Uonuma-gun, Niigata |
40 mins by car from Echigoyuzawa Station (90 mins from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen) |
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Kagura Ski Resort
Kagura Ski Resort is located at the 1,845_meter summit and is open from late November to late May. You can enjoy powder snow from late December to early March.
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>> Mitsumata Area |
15 mins by car from Echigoyuzawa Station (90 mins from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen) |
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PRINCE SNOW RESORT KARUIAZAWA
This ski resort is located in Karuizawa, also famous for being a summer resort area. JR Karuizawa Station, the closest station to the ski runs, is about 70 minutes from Tokyo by the Nagano Shinkansen. It's only a 10-minute walk from the station to the runs. All facilities, including hotels and shops, are close to each other, making it ideal for winter sightseeing. You can also enjoy snowboarding here!
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Karuizawa, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano |
Near Karuizawa Station (82 mins from Tokyo by Nagano Shinkansen) |
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Meiho Ski Resort
Meiho is the nearest major ski area from Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya. It's directly linked to these cities by bus services.
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Mizusawaue, Mizore, Okuzumi, Meiho, Gujo-shi, Gifu |
35 mins by car from Gujohachiman Station (130 mins from Nagoya by JR Express and Nagaragawa Railway) |
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- Before going to ski resorts, make sure you check the snow forecast!
- Our "traveling time by car" is based on a taxi ride. Please check the information for each ski resort, if traveling by bus or public transport.
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Please be acknowledged that the true validity of following information is limited to February 2008
and might be subject to any change without prior notice.
In this case, please make sure to check information before the start of your trip.
