Nagano Prefecture Course 3 Day 1 | Information

Starting from Osaka,
The most enjoyable experience of winter in Japan

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A few hours traveling by train and car from Osaka brings you to the world's leading snow resort of Hakuba. Winters in Nagano are the best for snow activities as it was the stage for the 1998 Winter Olympics and nearby Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort boasts one of the best powder snow base in Japan. Other popular activities are watching snow monkeys cavort in the many hot springs and a visit to Yudanaka Onsen Town which has a historic open-air bath. After exploring urban Osaka, you shouldn't miss the chance to experience Nagano, the sacred place of Japan for the finest in winter sporting activities.

Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba
IWATAKE WHITE PARK
(Snow activity)
Snowshoe tour
Kamakura
Yoo-Hoo! Swing
Ice table
HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR

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Access to Nagano Prefecture

JR Osaka Station

Limited Express Thunderbird
About 160 minutes

JR Kanazawa Station

Hokuriku Bullet Train About50 minutes

JR Itoigawa Station

Car About 60minutes

Hakuba

Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba

Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba is an "environmentally friendly hotel that aims to coexist with nature."

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4 minutes by car

IWATAKE WHITE PARK
(Snow activity)

At an elevation of 1,289 meters, the mountaintop offers an exceptional winter sightseeing experience.

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At IWATAKE WHITE PARK Snow activity to
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Snowshoe tour

You can rent snowshoes for snow hiking and explore the snowy mountains with your guide. Create a simple bench with snow. Tea break is the best in the quiet forest!
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Kamakura

There is also a winter tradition, "Kamakura". Why don't you spend your time warming up with a kamakura with a diameter of 2 meters.
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Yoo-Hoo! Swing

A big swing requires unexpected power. However, the more you swing, the more the scenery you see changes, so adults are crazy about it.
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Ice table

You can eat and drink at the heart-shaped ice table made of snow. Take a picture at a cute table in light pink.
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HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR

A scenic terrace offering a panoramic view of the Northern Alps. Enjoy a tea break with exclusive menu items from the on-site bakery.
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