Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki (Mountain Station)

Gateway to Japan's Largest Ski Resort

Key features

Bus Station
Express & Local Bus Services
Gondola
Ski/Snowboard Rental
Ski School
Tour Pickup Point
Cafe
Shop
Waiting Room
Toilets
Public Parking
Taxis
Nearby Accommodation

Public Transport

Yudanaka Station	30 min drive
Nagano Station	70-80 min drive
Tokyo Station	150-180 min train/bus

Popular Attractions

Shiga Kogen Ski Resort	immediate
Jigokudani Monkey Park	25-30 min drive
Yudanaka & Shibu Onsen	30 min drive

Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki (Mountain Station)

Gateway to Japan's Largest Ski Resort

Key features

Bus Station
Express & Local Bus Services
Gondola
Ski/Snowboard Rental
Ski School
Tour Pickup Point
Cafe
Shop
Waiting Room
Toilets
Public Parking
Taxis
Nearby Accommodation

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. As Japan’s largest resort, Shiga Kogen offers visitors an unmatched expanse of interconnected ski fields and for international visitors – most of whom use public transport to reach the resort – Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki is a convenient hub with express bus services running to and from Nagano Station, local buses covering the resort and nearby locations, and taxis available.

The newly constructed Pulse Gondola will open for winter 2020/21, connecting Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki directly to the Giant and Hoppo Bundaira ski fields. Lift tickets, ski and snowboard rental are available with plans to open a ski school in place. The building also includes a café and small shop. Outside of winter, bus services continue to operate to and from Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki making it the gateway to the mountains and wider area of Joshinetsu Kogen National Park.

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Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki: The Resort's Mountain Station

Located in the Hasiuke ski fields the Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki is the resort’s primary transport hub and Shiga’s newest gondola station.

Available Services at Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki

As the top station of the ‘Pulse Gondola’, lift passes and rental can be arranged at Yamanoeki with a café/restaurant, shop and waiting rooms also on-site.

Transport to/from Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki

With transport services including express and local buses, taxis and tour pickups, and expansive public parking, Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki is the resort’s most convenient transport hub.

Activities Nearby Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki

Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki is the ideal point from where to explore and enjoy Shiga Kogen – Japan’s largest ski resort.

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Getting To & Around Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki

Express buses, local buses, taxis and tours make Yamanoeki readily accessible from Nagano and beyond, with extensive public parking also available.

Snow Monkey Resorts Tours: Pickup at Yamanoeki

Guests joining some of our winter tours can do so at Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki and nearby Maruike.

Stay in Shiga Kogen: Ski & Snowboard Packages

With Japan’s largest expanse of interconnected ski fields and Nagano’s most reliable snow, Shiga Kogen is the perfect resort to book your winter getaway.

Stay in Shiga Kogen: Recommended Accommodation

Shiga Kogen offers visitors plenty of choice when it comes to accommodation – from family-run ski lodges to large hotels.

Amenities

Bus Station/Stop
Gondola
Lift Passes
Ski/Snowboard Rental
Ski School (yet to open)
Cafe/Restaurant

Common Space Amenities

Waiting Rooms
Public Toilets

Access

Public Transport

Yudanaka Station	30 min drive
Nagano Station	70-80 min drive
Tokyo Station	150-180 min train/bus

Popular Attractions

Shiga Kogen Ski Resort	immediate
Jigokudani Monkey Park	25-30 min drive
Yudanaka & Shibu Onsen	30 min drive