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#GOTOTRAVEL: Winter is Coming – Plan & Book Your Hakuba Ski Trip for Winter 2020/21!
Located only one hour from central Nagano City, Hakuba is home of some of Japan’s best ski resorts. Collectively known as ‘Hakuba Valley’, a total of ten resorts offer an outstanding variety of terrain, facilities and nightlife. As the most international resorts in Nagano with plenty of accommodation, restaurants and other services aimed at international visitors, Hakuba is popular for many reasons. Our ‘Hakuba Valley Ski Resort’ page introduces the seven most popular resorts in the valley – including Hakuba Happo One Snow Resort, the joint resorts of Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort and Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park, along with Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field, Hakuba Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort, and […]
#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 crisp with a hint of cold in the air. Autumn will soon take hold and in Nagano and Central Japan that means one thing – the stunning autumn leaves are just around the corner. Known as ‘koyo’ in Japanese, the changing colours of the autumn leaves are truly stunning. Our ‘Autumn Leaves in Nagano’ page introduces the beauty of this time of year, the importance of ‘momojigari’ (hunting for autumn leaves), and just where to […]
Discover the Kii Peninsula – Japan’s Inspiring Spiritual Nexus
In our recent blog, ‘Explore Central Japan – Using the Tokaido Shinkansen to Reach Nagoya & Beyond!’ – we highlighted Nagoya as one of the region’s most attractive destinations and a convenient transport hub. Serviced by the Tokaido Shinkansen, running from Tokyo to Kyoto and Osaka via Nagoya Station, moving to and from the area is quick and easy, and now, thanks to discounts of 50% it has never been cheaper! From tomorrow onward – August 20th 2020 – shinkansen tickets will be discounted by 50% – an offer which also applies to the Hokuriku Shinkansen and Joetsu Shinkansen lines, and is expected to run until at least the end […]
Enjoying the Kiso Valley in Collaboration with Kisoji.com!
Snow Monkey Resorts is collaborating with kisoji.com to bring you three model courses that explore central Nagano. The Kiso Valley is one of the more unexplored areas of Japan, but it is an area of deep historical importance. Kiso-ji, which literally means Kiso Road, was once a main trade route for hundreds of years for those living in Nagano long ago. It was part of the Nakasendo which connected Edo (Tokyo) and Kyoto. Much of the area remains untouched by modern life and public transportation is not widespread or readily accessible. If you are thinking about visiting the Kiso Valley, check out this article to learn about its greatest highlights. We hope you […]
ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY & ENJOY THE BEST OF JAPAN THIS AUTUMN! BEST DAY TOURS FROM TOKYO DURING THE RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019!
The world will turn its focus to Japan this autumn, as it hosts the Rugby World Cup from September 20th to November 2nd 2019. With 13 host venues spread throughout Japan – from Hokkaido in the north to Kyushu in the south – there’s so much to discover in this beautiful country and in the midst of the autumn beauty, Nagano should be at the top of your list! Home to the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokduani, Nagano is located only 1.5-2 hours from Tokyo and 1.5 hours from Kanazawa by shinkansen, or around 4 hours from Kyoto. A region of high mountains and beautiful natural landscapes, Nagano is the […]
CYCLING THROUGH RURAL AZUMINO TO MATSUMOTO CASTLE!
As mentioned in the recent cherry blossom forecast, Nagano’s long winter has finally come to an end! The snows that attract skiers from all over the world are giving way to the leaves, buds, and blooms of the Green Season. Enjoy Green Season activities against the backdrop of 3000m high mountain peaks, with easy access from Tokyo. Azumino sports a wealth of outdoor activities, from rock climbing and casual hikes to enjoying the clear waters flowing down from the mountains while canyoning or from atop a SUP (stand-up paddle board). But foremost among the activities we would like to recommend is cycling in the Matsumoto – Azumino area. Located in […]
INTRODUCING OUR NEW 2-DAY SNOW MONKEY TOUR: NAGANO TO TAKAYAMA via MATSUMOTO
Nagano and the surrounding regions that make-up central Japan are a place of natural beauty, typified by high mountain peaks, and deep culture found in its historic towns, temples and castles. Often overlooked by international visitors who zip along shinkansen train lines closer to the coast or wrapping around the mountains to the north, this fascinating region plays a central role in the history of Japan and should be part of any visit. Snow Monkey Resorts is happy to announce our new 2-Day SNOW MONKEY TOUR: NAGANO TO TAKAYAMA via MATSUMOTO, combining some of the region’s most important destinations and experiences in one convenient tour package. Including pick-up from […]
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 ryokan is the closest to the Snow Monkey Park, while Shiga Kogen, Japan’s largest ski resort, is also easily accessible. See below for a good way to spend 3 days in the Snow Monkey area: Day 1 8:00 Get on the train from Tokyo Station to JR Nagano Station Get on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line bound for Kanazawa. Take either the Kagayaki, Asama or Hakutaka trains and get off at JR Nagano […]