Japan’s rail system is famous throughout the world for its efficiency, speed and comfort. A pleasure to use it does not however come cheap - particularly the ‘shinkansen’ (Bullet Train) syste...
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October 30, 2020
Looking for Cheap Shinkansen Tickets? Use Our Step-by-Step Guide to Access Savings of up to 50% Online!
Japan’s rail system is famous throughout the world for its efficiency, speed and comfort. A pleasure to use it does not however come cheap - particularly the ‘shinkansen’ (Bullet Train) syste... -
September 30, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Japan Set to Lower Travel Advisories for Certain Countries
It’s important to start this blog by saying that at this time, travel to Japan for tourism purposes remains extremely difficult and for nationals of many countries, impossible. In total, as of Se... -
September 16, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Nagano in Autumn – ‘Koyo’ Season Will Soon Be Here!
Over the past week, the temperature has certainly
begun to drop here in Nagano. The days remain pleasant and warm but the heat and
humidity of summer have gone, and nights are starting to feel cr... -
September 11, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: ‘Go To Travel’ Extended to Tokyo as of October 1st 2020
As highlighted in our recent blog article – ‘#SNOWMONKEYRESORTS LOCAL: What is Japan’s ‘Go To Travel’ Campaign?’ – Japanese citizens and foreign residents of Japan are currently eligible for by s... -
August 31, 2020
#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: What is Japan’s ‘Go To Travel’ Campaign?
For our friends living in Japan, you have no doubt heard of the national 'Go To' campaign by now. Under that campaign, those living in Japan – including Japanese citizens and foreign residents – ... -
August 13, 2020
Using the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Visit Nagano & Central Japan – 50% Discounts Available from August 20th!
With the summer holidays in full swing, it’s a great time to visit Central Japan and escape the intense heat and humidity of the coastal cities. Though also hot during the day, Nagano and Central... -
July 30, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Relax & Renew in the Hot Springs of Central Japan
When planning your travel in Central Japan,
we recommend staying in the region’s many outstanding hot spring towns. Known
as ‘onsen’ in Japan, natural hot springs are found throughout the prefect... -
July 16, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Kusatsu Onsen – One of Japan’s Most Famous Hot Spring Towns
Lying nearby Karuizawa, Kusatsu Onsen is one of Japan’s most famous ‘onsen’ (hot spring) towns. For many if not most Japanese, the town is instantly recognisable due to its immense ‘yubatake’, an... -
July 13, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Eat, Shop, Play – Visit Karuizawa
Nestled high in the mountains between Tokyo and Nagano, Karuizuawa is a small resort town that attracts visitors at all times of year. Notably cooler than Tokyo in summer, beautiful in spring and... -
July 9, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Discover the Spirit of the 1998 Olympics
In our recent blog article ‘Clean Green & Healthy – Get Outdoors & Get Back to Nature!’, we promoted Central Japan’s outdoor destinations as great options when planning your future travel... -
July 6, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Get Outdoors & Get Back to Nature!
When thinking about your future travel to Japan, it’s a
great time to consider heading outdoors and exploring some of Japan’s beautiful
natural landscapes. Whether you are first-time visitor or s... -
July 3, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Discover Central Japan
When researching and planning a visit to Japan, understanding the regions and which areas are nearby others, can be a little confusing – particularly for first-time visitors.
While some n... -
July 1, 2020
25 Things To Do In & Around Karuizawa
Some people come to Nagano for the winter sports scene, other for the history, culture and nature. Then again, some just come to soak in the rich, nourishing waters of the hot springs or perhaps ... -
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Accessing Medical Assistance in Japan during COVID-19
In anticipation of the borders opening in future
and travel resuming under the cloud of COVID-19, one of the most important
questions travellers can ask is, should I need it, what access will I h... -
June 29, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – Choosing your Accommodation in Japan
When considering your future travel to Japan, one of the biggest decisions is where to stay and what to expect once you arrive.
Japan is one of the cleanest countries and hygiene-focused ... -
June 26, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy – When Can I Travel to Japan & is it Safe?
At the time of writing, entry to Japan is still banned for many foreign passport-holders. There is however conversation about how and when entry bans will be lifted with a strong focus on opening... -
June 24, 2020
#TRAVELTOMORROW: Clean Green & Healthy Japan
As announced in our recent blog, our website has been updated to include a section dedicated to COVID-19 including pages intended to help you make an informed decision about travelling to Japan. ... -
June 22, 2020
Snow Monkey Resorts Update: Introducing our Dedicated COVID-19 Information Pages
In response to the ongoing impact of coronavirus on global tourism, we have revised our website to include information and updates regarding COVID-19.
From our homepage you can access our... -
June 12, 2020
25 Things To Do In & Around Kusatsu Onsen
One of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns, Kusatsu Onsen sits high in the Joshintesu Kogen National Park. Located at an altitude of around 1200 metres, the town is fed a copious amount of volca... -
June 10, 2020
How to Get to Karuizawa
Located approximately 170km to the north-west of Tokyo, Karuizawa is a small mountain resort town popular with Tokyo-ites and international visitors alike.
As a stop on the Hokuriku Shink... -
June 1, 2020
How to Get to Kusatsu Onsen
As one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns, visiting Kusatsu Onsen is well-worth the effort. Located high in the mountains of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Kusatsu sits among a dramatic and... -
May 14, 2020
From Karuizawa: How to Get to the Snow Monkey Park
As a convenient stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line - which runs from Tokyo to Kanazawa via Nagano - Karuizawa is a popular mountain town for both Japanese and international visitors. In summer, ... -
Karuizawa Station
Located approximately 170km to the north-west of Tokyo, Karuizawa is a small mountain resort town popular with Tokyo-ites and international visitors alike.
Known for its cooler climate in s... -
September 15, 2019
[START FROM KARUIZAWA] Private Snow Monkey Tour
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June 4, 2019
SNOW MONKEY RESORTS WINTER TOURS & CHARTERS! START PLANNING YOUR NAGANO SKI & SNOWBOARD ADVENTURE FOR WINTER 2019/20!
Winter is never far away – or at least never out of mind – here in Nagano. With the past winter having come late but then refusing to call it quits, and ultimately blessing us with a massive amoun... -
June 3, 2019
NAGANO’S BEST SPRING/SUMMER TOURS! COMBINE TOURS & CREATE YOUR OWN MULTIDAY PACKAGE!
As Nagano’s No.1 tour operator, Snow Monkey Resorts continues to welcome new and old friends into the region, as more and more people discover the seasonal beauty of Central Japan. There’s never a... -
May 25, 2018
Karuizawa Prince Hotel Snow Resort
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May 20, 2018
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
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May 15, 2018
Old Karuizawa Ginza Street
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May 10, 2018
Harunire Terrace
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May 8, 2018
Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-yu
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May 5, 2018
Shiraito Falls
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May 2, 2018
Kusatsu Onsen
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May 1, 2018
Kusatsu Onsen ‘Yubatake’
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‘Yumomi’ Performance
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April 30, 2018
Onioshidashi Volanic Park
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April 25, 2018
Mount Shirane
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April 22, 2018
Hiroshi Senju Museum
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April 20, 2018
Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
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April 10, 2018
Manza Onsen
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April 5, 2018
Minakami Onsen
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March 31, 2018
Shima Onsen
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March 25, 2018
Ikaho Onsen
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March 20, 2018
Myogi Shrine
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March 15, 2018
Gunma Safari Park
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March 10, 2018
Tomioka Silk Mill
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January 21, 2018
How To: Introducing the Hokuriku Arch Pass
Japan Rail offers a range of passes to international visitors that offer fantastic convenience and savings. While the full Japan Rail (JR) Pass is well-known and well-used by foreigner travelers in ... -
June 2, 2017
Kusatsu Onsen Area
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June 1, 2017
Karuizawa Area
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May 25, 2017
Manza Onsen Area
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May 20, 2017
Shima Onsen Area
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May 15, 2017
Ikaho Onsen Area
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May 10, 2017
Minakami Onsen Area
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September 6, 2010
Ueda Sanda Festival
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