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全国巡りたび 長野県

The most enjoyable winter experience in Japan,
starting from Osaka

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.

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.

DAY1 START!!

Access to Nagano Prefecture

JR Osaka Station

Limited Express Thunderbird
About160minutes

JR Kanazawa Station

Hokuriku Bullet Train About50minutes

JR Itoigawa Station

Car About60minutes

Hakuma

Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba

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

Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba
Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba
Hotel Sierra Resort Hakuba

4 minutes by car

IWATAKE WHITE PARK
(Snow activity)

Enjoy winter sightseeing at the summit of 1,289m above sea level.

IWATAKE WHITE PARK
IWATAKE WHITE PARK
IWATAKE WHITE PARK

At IWATAKE WHITE PARK
Snow activity to enjoy♪

  • Snowshoe tour

    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

    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

    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

    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

    HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR

    A superb view terrace overlooking the Northern Alps. Try a tea break or light meal at the City Bakery on premises.

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