Located directly across from the Takamagahara ski fields of Shiga Kogen, Hotel Sunny Shiga is a great option for visitors wanting a well-priced and convenient guesthouse with all the essential facilit...
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Hotel Sunny Shiga
Located directly across from the Takamagahara ski fields of Shiga Kogen, Hotel Sunny Shiga is a great option for visitors wanting a well-priced and convenient guesthouse with all the essential facilit... -
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Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga
If you're a snow sports lover, staying at the Hotel Grand Phenix in Okushiga Kogen is ideal. The Okushiga ski lifts are right by the hotel, offering the ideal location for ski-in/ski-out.
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Say Goodbye to 2020 and ‘Hello’21!’: There’s Plenty of Great Deals in Nagano this Winter!
Winter
is off to a great start here in Nagano! The snow has been falling and the
resorts are already looking fantastic, with great powder and very quiet ski
runs offering an enticing reason to vi... -
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#GOTOTRAVEL: Shiga Kogen – Everything You Need To Know About Japan’s Largest Ski Resort & ‘Go To Travel’ Deals for Winter 2020/21!
Just over an hour from Nagano Station, Shiga Kogen is Japan’s largest and highest ski resort offering over 600 hectares of terrain spread across eighteen ski areas. Covered by an all-mountain pas... -
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Shiga Kogen Ski Resort
Located around 45km from central Nagano City, Shiga Kogen is Japan’s largest and highest ski resort, boasting an unmatched expanse of interconnected terrain and Nagano’s longest ski season. Compr... -
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#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... -
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#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Nagano in Autumn – Enjoy the Autumn Leaves of Shiga Kogen & Kita-Shiga Kogen, Yamanouchi
Autumn is a time of true beauty in Japan. The high temperatures of summer have dissipated yet the days remain pleasantly warm while the evenings are cool and crisp. As we move further into autumn... -
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#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... -
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#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... -
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Go Slow & Discover Yamanouchi – Snow Monkeys, Ski Resorts & A Whole Lot More!
Visitors to Nagano will almost certainly of heard of the Jigokudani Monkey Park and its now famous, hot-spring loving monkeys!
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#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 – ... -
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Enjoy Nagano in Summer – Open Spaces, Cool Evenings & Lots to Do!
If
you are living in Nagano or headed this way over the next few weeks, it’s a
great time to enjoy some of the many attractions and activities on offer in and
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#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
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#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... -
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#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... -
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#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... -
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#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... -
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#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.
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#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... -
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#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. ... -
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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.
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#TRAVELTOMORROW: Introducing Hotel Sunny Shiga – Perfectly Positioned when Exploring Japan’s Largest Ski Resort
Located across from the Takamagahara ski fields, Hotel Sunny Shiga is ideally positioned for guests wanting easy access to all areas of Shiga Kogen. Known for its spacious and bright rooms, friendly... -
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From Shiga Kogen: How to Get to the Snow Monkey Park
Nestled within the Joshinetsu Mountain Range, Shiga Kogen is not only Japan’s most extensive area of interconnected ski fields, but the largest ski resort in Asia. It is also the closet significa... -
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Nagaden Shiga Kogen Express Bus Timetable
Nagaden operates a variety of express bus services to some of Nagano’s most popular destinations including Shiga Kogen Ski Resort. The following page provides the timetable for express buses from... -
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Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki Bus Station
Located in the Hasuike area of Shiga Kogen, the Shiga Kogen Yamanoeki (pronounced ‘yama-no-e-ki'), is one the primary transport hubs for the ski resort and a stop on all express bus services from... -
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Snow Monkey Resorts Winter Tours & Charters
From all of us at Snow Monkey Resorts, we would like to give a big shout out to all of our guests who joined us in Nagano during winter 2019/20! Thanks to you we were able to have a successful winte... -
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#SNOWMONKEYRESORTSLOCAL: Accommodation & Ski Packages in Nagano for Winter 2020/21
As Nagano’s No.1-rated tour operator, we always have one eye on winter. Having just emerged from the last one, and even though we’re looking to the warmer days of spring and summer, we already ha... -
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Snow Report January 2020: Where’s the Best Snow in Nagano this Winter?
It’s no secret that the snowfall in Nagano this winter is much less than usual. Unusually warm weather patterns have led to higher than normal temperatures and as a result, lower snowfall. Many ski ... -
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Shiga Kogen Ski Resort Central Area
Comprising approximately 35 ski runs serviced by 30 chairlifts and 2 gondolas, Shiga Kogen’s Central Area is by itself bigger than most Japanese resorts and your gateway to the entire resort. Wit... -
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Shiga Kogen – 15 Things To Do In Winter At Japan’s Largest Ski Resort
Boasting Japan's highest chairlifts at 2307 metres and over 600ha of terrain, Shiga Kogen Ski Resort is the highest and largest resort in the country. Mesmerized by Shiga Kogen's massive snowfall... -
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Recommended Places to Stay in Shiga Kogen
As Japan's largest ski resort, Shiga Kogen is comprised of multiple ski areas with accommodation spread across a wide area. There are approximately 100 hotels or other accommodation options scatt... -
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Kita-Shiga Kogen Ski Resorts
Located around an hour from Nagano Station, Kita-Shiga Kogen is one of the nearest and most accessible ski areas from Nagano City. Almost unknown to international visitors and most certainly ... -
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Snow Monkey Beer Live
Snow Monkey Beer Live combines two of life’s great pleasures, great beer and great music in a one-day festival that packs a big punch! The focus is small craft breweries with leading brewers from acr... -
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Where to Stay in Shiga Kogen: Ichinose, Okushiga or Sun Valley?
Shiga Kogen, the largest and highest ski resort in Japan, accommodates 18 interconnected ski areas, each located at an altitude of 1,500 to 2,300 meters. Shiga Kogen is nestled in the north-eastern al... -
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[START FROM SHIGA KOGEN] Private Snow Monkey Tour
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Explore Yamanouchi – Home of the Snow Monkeys
Within easy reach of Nagano City, Yamanouchi is a small enclave known for its abundant nature, numerous hot springs and most famously, as home to the Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani.... -
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COMBINING SNOW MONKEY RESORTS SKI PACKAGES & PRIVATE CHARTERS: RECOMMENDED MULTI-RESORT SKI TOURS IN NAGANO!
As recently featured, Shiga Kogen is not just Nagano’s but also Japan’s largest and highest ski resort. With 79 ski runs serviced by 51 chairlifts and gondolas, Shiga offers the largest expanse of... -
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Get More Out of Your Winter Adventure in Japan: Private Charters to, from & Between any Nagano Ski Resort!
As host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is home to around 80 independent ski resortsand blessed with some of the best powder in the world. Whether you are visiting Nagano for the first time o... -
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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... -
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RECOMMENDED TRAILS IN NAGANO PART 1: MOUNTAIN TRAILS
Here in Nagano during the the month of May, the rice fields are filled with water in preparation for planting. The flooded fields create a mirror-like surface, reflecting the majestic snow-capped ... -
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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... -
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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 ... -
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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.... -
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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 with... -
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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. Offering ... -
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Try Snowdrives & Snowscoots in Shiga Kogen
If you are looking for a fun and easy activity while visiting Shiga Kogen Ski Resort why not try a ‘snowdrive’ or ‘snowscoot’? Snowdrives (pictured above) offer a uniquely Japanese snow activity that... -
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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 outdoor... -
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Higashidateyama Ropeway & Alpine Botanical Garden
Located in a central area of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, the Highashidateyama Ropeway is one of the resorts main gondolas. Rising to 2008 metres above sea level, the ropeway provides access to the Higash... -
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Hiking in Shiga Kogen & Kita-Shiga Kogen
Nestled within the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Shiga Kogen, Kita-Shiga Kogen and the surrounding area offers outstanding hiking and mountaineering from late-spring to autumn. Formed by volcanic e... -
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Dinner at Japanese Dining GOEN with Free shuttle service from Shiga Kogen & Kanbayashi Onsen
*Please note - we are sorry to inform that Japanese Dining GOEN will not be operating their shuttle service in winter 2020/21. We hope that it will again be available in winter 2021/22*.
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NAGANO SKI RESORTS INFO – WHICH ARE THE HIGHEST SKI RESORTS IN JAPAN?
Japan's winters are legendary. A combination of big mountains and some of the world's deepest, driest powder make Japan a favorite destination for skiers and snowboarders from around the world. With t... -
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How to Get to Shiga Kogen – Nagano Ski Resorts Info
Located approximately 45KM (1 hour drive) to the east of Nagano City and 280KM (<5 hours drive) to the northwest of Tokyo, Shiga Kogen is Japan's largest ski resort, boasting over 600 hectares... -
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NAGANO SKI RESORTS INFO – WHICH ARE THE LONGEST SKI RUNS IN NAGANO?
As host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano's winter credentials speak for themselves. Blessed with some of the best powder in the world, stunning mountain ranges and more than 30 independent resorts,... -
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Fun in the Nagano Snow? Join our Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour!
With the snow now falling in Nagano we are gearing up for another big winter and with that, we are happy to offer our popular 1-Day Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen Tour from December t... -
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HOTARU-TEI: JAPANESE DINING & LUNCH IN A 160-YEAR-OLD MANSION
Newly opened Japanese restaurant Hotaru-tei in the Kanbayashi Onsen area is the place to go if you're looking for a local food experience in a traditional setting. The restaurant, located only 10 minu... -
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Shiga Kogen’s Central Area: a Resort Within a Resort!
As Japan’s largest ski resort, Shiga Kogen offers an expansive area of terrain to explore and some of the most beautiful powder landscapes to carve and slash your way through each winter. At an impr... -
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Shiga Kogen: Explore Japan’s Largest Mountain Resort on ‘Ski Safari’
Maruike & Sunvalley [Yellow Zone]
These two ski areas are the first that you'll come to when ascending the mountain road that leads to the resort (approximately 30-35 minutes drive from Yudana... -
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COMBINE THE SNOW MONKEYS WITH AUTUMN LEAVES IN SHIGA KOGEN AND LUXURY RYOKAN VISIT
Viewing autumn leaves, called koyo in Japanese, is after cherry blossom-viewing the most beloved seasonal activity for the Japanese. If you're planning on visiting the Snow Monkey Park in fall, we rec... -
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Shiga Kogen: Nagano’s Biggest & Best Ski Resort!
With around 80 ski resorts, Nagano spoils winter visitors with choice! Among those resorts, Shiga Kogen is not only Nagano's biggest area of interconnected ski fields, but it also tops in the list as ... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: BIGGER, HIGHER, BETTER!
With winter fast approaching it's time to get serious and decide where you're headed! The big question for many people coming to Japan is which region best fits their needs - Nagano or Hokkaido? Both ... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: SKIING IN NAGANO VS HOKKAIDO
Unless you're flush with cash and time and can afford to be here for an extended period during winter, skiers and snowboarders headed to Japan are faced with one big decision before they even get here... -
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Shiga Kogen Travel Tips: Hotel Mount Shiga
Nestled within an expansive mountain range known for its beauty and deep powder snow, Shiga Kogen is Japan’s largest ski resort and one of the host venues for the 1998 Winter Olympics. The resort offe... -
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RECOMMENDED WINTER ITINERARIES AROUND THE SNOW MONKEY PARK: LUXURY RYOKAN, WINTER SPORTS & ONSEN
The prime time to visit Nagano Prefecture is in winter, when the snow comes falling from the sky in abundance. We suggest to make Senjukaku, a ryokan close to the Snow Monkey Park, your base. The ryok... -
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THE 3 BEST ‘ONSENS’ (HOT SPRINGS) NEAR THE SNOW MONKEY PARK
The snow monkey region is famous for its numerous 'onsens' (natural hot springs) that bubble to the ground throughout the mountains. Mainly found in the town of Yudanaka, Shibu, and Kanbayashi Onsens,... -
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STAYING OVERNIGHT AT THE SNOW MONKEY AREA: 9 THINGS TO DO
Many visitors headed to this region see the famous Snow Monkey Park as the primary destination and don't allocate time to explore other sights nearby the park. Given the global fame of the hot spring-... -
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Shiga Kogen: 79 Courses, 51 Chairlifts/Gondolas & 18 Ski Areas Covered by 1 Common Ticket
There are many reasons to choose Japan for your winter sports holiday. Numerous resorts, reliable snow conditions including world-class powder, friendly locals, great food, all the cultural trimm... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: THE BEST POWDER IN NAGANO!
When planning your ski or snowboard trip to Japan there are lots of things to take into consideration for choosing your destination of choice. Of all the questions you might ask when choosing a resort... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: A PERFECT DESTINATION FOR NATURE LOVERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS
Shiga Kogen is situated in a broader mountain range known as Joshinetsu Kogen National Park; a vast area that spans Nagano, Gunma, and Niigata prefectures. The region has long been known for its beaut... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: INTRODUCING THE HIGASHITATEYAMA SKI AREA & GONDOLA
Conveniently located in the central area of Shiga Kogen, the Higashitateyama Ski Area offers visitors some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the region. As the host venue for the 1998 Winter Olym... -
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BACKCOUNTRY SKIING RULES IN SHIGA KOGEN
Backcountry skiing is one of the great attractions at any resort for advanced skiers. Bursting through pristine snow and the beauty of the forest is an adrenaline rush that gets you hooked. However, b... -
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Shiga Kogen: Paddle Boarding
Nagano is blessed with beauty and a wealth of natural features for visitors to enjoy. Located within easy reach of both JR Nagano Station or JR Yudanaka Station, the mountains of Shiga Koge... -
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Yamanouchi Area – Home of the Snow Monkeys
The snow monkey area is regionally known as Kanbayashi Onsen and is home to several high-end Japanese style inns such as HOTEL SENJYUKAKU. It's the most nearby place to stay when wanting to visit the ... -
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Shiga Kogen Area
Shiga Kogen is Japan's largest and highest ski resort boasting Nagano's longest season and most reliable snow conditions. The resort covers an expansive area - over 600 hectares of interconnected ter... -
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SKI SEASON JAPAN 2018/19: JAPAN’S LARGEST SKI RESORT – SHIGA KOGEN
While the sun is shining here in Yamanouchi and we head towards another hot summer, we can’t help but turn our minds to the coming winter and another highly anticipated snow season in Japan... and we ... -
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Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
Open from May to mid/late-November, the Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route is a scenic alpine driving route that winds through the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park. Running from Kusatsu Onsen toward the Jigokud... -
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SHIGA KOGEN POWDER REPORT: ICHINOSE FAMILY TREE RUN
Another favorite area in Shiga Kogen for lovers of tree runs is a course which runs from the top of Ichinose Family Area down to bottom. It's a little hard to find the course on the map so here is how... -
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Recommended Nagano Ski Resorts
Nagano Prefecture is home to the majority of Japan’s highest mountain peaks and an abundance of snow. Just ask the locals, they’ll tell you the snow here is world class!
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SHIGA KOGEN POWDER REPORT – TERAKOYA TREE RUN
This winter season (2017/2018) in Shiga Kogen brought a lot of powder snow and many fantastic days of skiing and snowboarding. The early and massive snowfall experienced in December created a good ba... -
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1998 Nagano Olympics Pt.2: Ski Resorts 1998
With the recent completion of the XXIII Olympic Winter Games and upcoming XII Paralympic Winter Games in Pyongyang, South Korea, there is understandable interest in celebrating the 20th anniversary ... -
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INTRODUCING SHIGA KOGEN’S ICHINOSE VILLAGE
If you're thinking of heading to Shiga Kogen for your ski/snowboard trip you have multiple accommodation areas to choose from. As Japan's largest resort, Shiga is expansive therefore it's important to... -
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SHIGA KOGEN SNOW UPDATE: DECEMBER 15TH 2017
It's been snowing steadily in the Snow Monkey area and even more up in the mountains of Shiga Kogen. The slopes are slowly all opening up, with the higher altitude slopes already fully open.
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SHIGA KOGEN SNOW UPDATE: December 3rd 2017
The season has turned, it`s now December, and the long-awaited snow season has arrived to the area! We would like to keep you posted about the current snow situation of Shiga Kogen - the largest and h... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: BEST VIEWS YOU CAN WITNESS IN SKI SAFARI
Shiga Kogen, with its high altitude, has a few spots where you can really see some spectacular views. The massive amount of snow in winter only adds more beauty to the mountainous scenery. If you want... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: INFO ABOUT SKIING/SNOWBOARDING
As the largest ski resort in Japan, Shiga Kogen lies in the north of Nagano, a region known for hosting the 1998 Winter Olympics. Comprised of 18 ski areas, the resort has varying terrain and slopes... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: SKI & SNOWBOARD RENTAL
If you didn't bring any snow gear with you to Japan, no worries! Like most of the ski resorts in the world, Shiga Kogen also has a plenty of items to rent/sell for visitors. But the question would b... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: FIRST SNOW FESTIVAL
When the first snow starts falling from the sky in November, the ski slopes of Shiga Kogen start their preparations for the winter season. Skiing in the largest ski resorts of Japan is possible very e... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: START & END OF SKI/SNOWBOARD SEASON
The temperature is quickly dropping day by day here in Yamanouchi and we already start feeling an approach of winter! Many of you might be planning to visit Japan for winter sports, so this blog is to... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: LAKE HIKING COURSE
Shiga Kogen has a great number of hiking courses, all different. The most popular one would be the Lake Course, or the Ike-Meguri in Japanese. This blog is to explain the hiking course step-by-step so... -
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Shiga Kogen International Ski School
Based in the Okushiga ski fields of Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, Shiga Kogen International Ski School offers skiing and snowboarding lessons in English and other foreign languages. Both group and private ... -
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Shiga Kogen: Get A Massage
Especially in winter, when people are in Shiga Kogen to ski, snowboard, or enjoy other snow activities, you can strain your muscles quite a bit. Chalet Shiga, located in the middle of the ski resorts ... -
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Shiga Kogen: Yokoteyama Summer Ski-Lift
One of the popular things to do in Shiga Kogen in summer is to make use of the ski-lifts and enjoy majestic mountain views at Yokoteyama, the tallest mountain in the Shiga area. When you arrive at the... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: WHAT TO DO IN SUMMER
The Shiga Kogen Highlands are most know know as the region that holds the largest ski resorts of all of Japan. Loads of people come to enjoy skiing and snowboarding down the mountains. In summer howev... -
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SUMMER ACTIVITIES IN THE SNOW MONKEY AREA
Even though this region is called the Snow Monkey area, we have more than six months without snow. Our Spring, Summer, and Autumn all have their own attractions. In this article we will expand on the ... -
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SHIGA KOGEN: SKIING IN SPRING
Skiing season in Japan usually ends around the end of March, when the temperature starts rising and the snow starts melting. However, the Shiga Kogen Highlands hold to a different schedule.
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[Ski/Snowboard] Shiga Kogen – Yokoteyama Area
Yokoteyama area is on the top right of the map and it exists out of the Yokoteyama Ski Area, Kuma-no-yu Ski Area and Kidoike Ski Area among a few others. This area has just like the other two main are... -
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[Ski/Snowboard] 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 Yakebitai-yama Ski Area. Of course there is plenty of ski... -
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SKI AREAS OF SHIGA KOGEN: YOKOTEYAMA AREA (3/3)
Shiga Kogen is the biggest ski resort in Japan with a total of 18 ski areas, 52 working ski lifts and countless slopes. Due to its size it is difficult to look at Shiga as a whole, so we have simplifi... -
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SKI AREAS OF SHIGA KOGEN: OKUSHIGA & YAKEBITAI AREA (2/3)
Shiga Kogen is the biggest ski resort in Japan boasting a total of 19 ski areas, 52 working ski lifts and countless slopes. Due to its size it is difficult to look at Shiga as a whole, so we have divi... -
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SKI AREAS OF SHIGA KOGEN: CENTRAL AREA (1/3)
Shiga Kogen is the biggest ski resort in Japan with a total of 19 ski areas, 52 working ski lifts and countless slopes. Due to its size it is difficult to look at Shiga as a whole. To make it easier f... -
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COMPARING SKI RESORTS IN JAPAN
Skiing or snowboarding in Japan is a lot of fun. One reason is the great quality of snow, another is the incredibly high level of service, and last but not least is that a one-day ski pass in most are... -
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WHAT TO DO WHEN TAKING A BREAK FROM SKIING/SNOW BOARDING
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THE REASON WHY SHIGA KOGEN’S SNOW QUALITY IS SO GOOD
When it comes to skiing and snowboarding, people regularly refer to "powder snow" and will do anything to find it! Powder is the most coveted type of snow when you want to bomb down a mountain with th... -
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SHIGA KOGEN SKI RESORTS – INTRODUCTION
Do you love to ski or snowboard? Then Shiga Kogen (or Shiga) is where you need to go. The fact that the Highlands were the stage for the 1998 Winter Olympics is already testament to the quality of sno... -
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Ethnic Beer Restaurant Kamoshika
Come to Hotel Japan Shiga in Shiga Kogen and pay a visit to the resutaurant Kamoshika, where a Nepalese native makes real, delicious Nepalese food. One of the foods on the menu is curry, made with hot... -
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WAGYU YAKINIKU IKARIYA
If you are a fan of high-quality, deliciously prepared wagyu beef, you should come to Ikariya, one of Hotel Japan Shiga's restaurants.
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WINTER IS COMING: SNOW MONKEY VERSION
Autumn is only just starting, but here in Japan's mountainous region winter will come sooner than you think. Some of you reading this might be in the process of planning your trip to the snow monkeys ... -
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AUTUMN IN JAPAN
Watching the reds, oranges and yellows of the autumn leaves is the next best thing to watching the cherry blossoms bloom to the Japanese. When the summer heat of August cools down and ch... -
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SHIGA KOGEN – INTRODUCTION
On the basis of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Program launched in 1971 with the purpose of establishing a scientific basis for the improvement of relationship between people and their environments, S... -
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Things to Do Around Jigokudani Monkey Park
Welcome to Snow Monkey Resorts in Nagano, Japan ! Here at Snow Monkey Resorts we would like to on top of your great experience with the snow monkeys make your stay in the area, or even your day-trip, ... -
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1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun In Shiga Kogen
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1-Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Snowmobiling in Shiga Kogen
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1:07 PM
WHAT IS SNOW MONKEY RESORTS ?
“Snow Monkey Resorts” refers to numerous resorts nestled within northern Nagano prefecture in Japan, home of the world famous Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen).
Our landscape, which... -
4:03 PM
Ski / Snowboard Rental
Skiing and snowboarding is incredibly fun but you need equipment. Equipment is generally to heavy to take with you from overseas, so the best way to go is to look for affordable rentals.
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3:31 PM
200° CAFE
This cafe is found in Higashidate, on the second floor of the ski lift. At an altitude of 2000 meter, the cafe has a lovely scenery to see.
The cafe has an outside terrace, which gives yo... -
2:12 PM
YOKOTE DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT
The restaurant Yokote Drive-in has some of the best views of Shiga Kogen. Yokoteyama is the tallest mountain of the Shiga Kogen highlands and the Drive-in is just right in front of the ski lift to the... -
2:00 PM
YAMA NO EKI RESTAURANT
Yama no Eki is a restaurant/resting place with a very convenient location. It is just a three minute walk from the Hasuike Station, which is the main bus stop in the Shiga area. So if you want to go h... -
6:23 PM
RESTAURANT DAKE KANBA
Restaurant Dake Kanba is located right in front of the main lift station of Takamagahara Ski Area in Central Area. The restaurant building also accomodates not only restaurant but also ski/snowboard r... -
5:55 PM
REST HOUSE TERAKOYA
Rest House Terakoya is located in Terakoya Ski Area, the highest altitude of the Central Area of Shiga Kogen. The restrain is located and the only restaurant in Terakoya area.
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1:23 PM
Wall Of Snow
The route between Shiga Kogen and Kusatsu is closed during winter due to the massive amount of snowfall the area gets each winter. The route is re-opened around mid-April, to reveal a huge wall of sno... -
12:02 PM
Hiking The Lake Course
This trekking course shows off the vast beauty of the Shigakogen Highlands with the main selling point being stunning Onuma-ike Lake. The trail takes you through picturesque forests and past lakes lik... -
11:44 AM
See Lake Onuma-Ike
Lake Onuma (大沼池） in the Shiga-kogen Highlands is the largest lake in the area with a circumference of 5.5 kilometers. At an altitude of 1730 meter, the water of Onuma is incredibly blue. You won't fin... -
10:55 AM
CAFE & RESTAURANT ROCKY
Just 30 steps (a stone throw) away from the Ichinose Family ski slopes is Rocky, a restaurant part of Hotel Ichinose. The restaurant has a casual, relaxed atmosphere and an array of foods that will wa... -
3:25 PM
SHIGA KOGEN: CRUMPET CAFE
The Crumpet Cafe in Shiga Kogen is Japan's most high altitude cafe, and located in Yokoteyama, the highest mountain of Shiga Kogen. The specialty of the cafe is, as the name suggest, crumpets, a Briti... -
11:38 AM
ESPOA
Right next to the Ichinose Family slope is Hotel Khuls. Hotel Khuls has its own restaurant called ESPOA which you can find next to the main entrance of the hotel. If you feel like eating handmade, fre... -
11:16 AM
SPORTS BAR SNOW BIRD
At Shiga Kogen's Ichinose you can find Snow Bird, a place where you can enjoy apres-ski with you ski friends. The bar is often visited by restaurant & hotel staff and foreign ski visitors as here ... -
3:29 PM
MONT MOI
The restaurant Mont Moi is attached to the Maruike Hotel. The restaurant has curry, deep fried pork cutlet, pizza, udon and soba. If you are just looking for a cup of coffee or tea, then Mont Moi will... -
3:02 PM
BELL D’OR
At the foot of the slope of Kumanoyu Ski Area you have a building where on the second floor you can find a restaurant called Bell d'Or. They have Japanese curry varieties, donburi (bowls of rice toppe... -
2:53 PM
MT. BAKERY
At the peak of Mount Yokote you can find Japan's highest bakery at an altitude of about 2300m! The bakery being there gave the mountain the nickname Mt. Bakery. The bread they make is of good quality ... -
2:37 PM
CHAMOIS
Chamois is found just before the entrance of the gondola of Okushiga and has a varied menu for you to try. The menu has things like ramen, spaghetti, rice with deep fried pork cutlet and more. If you ... -
1:38 PM
GREEN PEPPER
Green Pepper is part of Hotel Sunny Shiga which is located in the Ichinose area. The opening hours on the right show lunch time hours, but Green Pepper also offers buffet style breakfast where it is p... -
11:04 AM
Shiga Kogen Extreme Trail Run
Taking place around Mount Yokote or ‘Yokoteyama’, the Shiga Kogen Extreme Trail Run is an increasingly popular event held in mid-October. Entrants to the event can participate in the full 54km course... -
10:45 AM
Shiga Kogen Mountain Trail Run
Not to be mistaken with the Shiga Kogen Extreme Trail Run taking place in October, the Shiga Kogen Mountain Trail Run is held in mid-July and incudes two races: a longer 40km course and short 14.8km ... -
10:12 AM
Daija Festival inc. Miss Shiga Kogen Competition
Taking place in the third week of August, the ‘Daija Festival’ takes place in Shiga Kogen. Legend tells that a giant serpent resides within the waters of Onuma Pond and that during the Warring States... -
10:39 AM
Exchanging Foreign Currency at Shiga Kogen
It has been made possible to exchange foreign currency at Snow Can, the rental shop for ski/snowboard wear and more in Shiga Kogen. They have several shops, but the only one providing exchange of curr... -
10:09 PM
Kita-Shiga Kogen Area
Located between 25 to 30-minutes drive from Yudanaka Station, Kita-Shiga Kogen is home to multiple small ski resorts including Ryuoo Ski Park. The resort is dominated by the main ‘Skyland Express’ Ro...
