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Discover the Spirit of the 1998 Olympics
Long known for its huge snowfall and world-class skiing, Nagano was the proud host of the 1988 Winter Olympics – a legacy which lives on today! As the first Games to include snowboarding as a medaled...Winter in Shiga Kogen
Located a short distance from the Jigokdani Monkey Park, Shiga Kogen can lay claim to being Japan’s largest and highest ski resort. Spread between five mountain peaks, Shiga offers visitors an unparal...Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki (Mountain Station)
Located in the Hasuike area of Shiga Kogen, the Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki - pronounced ‘yama-no-eh-ki' and translating as 'mountain station' - is one the primary transport hubs for the ski resort....Shiga Kogen: Central Area
Comprising approximately 50 ski runs serviced by 30 chairlifts and 1 gondola, Shiga Kogen’s Central Area is by itself larger than most Japanese resorts and your gateway to the entire resort. With the...Shiga Kogen: Okushiga & Yakebitai Area
This area when looking at the map is at the far left corner. The area consists out of two different ski resorts, the Okushiga Ski Area and the Yakebitaiyama - or just 'Yakebtitai' - Ski Area. Of ...Snowmobiling in Shiga Kogen
Snow mobiles are often used in Shiga Kogen's heavy-snow area for patrolling up in the mountains or for rescue purposes. The snow mobile is also used in a different, more entertaining way: for out...Shiga Kogen Maruike Snow Activity Park
Located in the Maruike ski fields – some of the earliest ski areas you come to when arriving in Shiga Kogen Ski Resort – the Maruike Snow Activity Park is one of two dedicated play areas popular ...Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Family Snow Park
Located directly in front of the Prince Hotel West Wing in the Yakebitai ski fields of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the Yakebitaiyama Family Snow Park is open from mid-December until late-March. Offer...Explore Shibu Onsen
Located between Yudanaka Station and the Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shibu Onsen is a historic hot spring town boasting a 1300-year history. Blessed with numerous thermal water sources, the town has long ...
