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全国巡りたび 長野県

The most enjoyable winter experience in Japan,
starting from Osaka

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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.

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.

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Okushiga Kogen

A snow resort located in the innermost part of Shiga Kogen

Okushiga Kogen
Okushiga Kogen
Okushiga Kogen
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Snowshoe hiking

There are also events such as snowshoe hiking, making it an activity where you can fully enjoy the snowy mountains even for the first time. As you walk on the fresh snow in the clear air, you will feel both physically and mentally refreshed.

Snowshoe hiking
Snowshoe hiking
Snowshoe hiking
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36 minutes by car

Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort Snow monster Night tour

The ice covered trees look like powerful frozen monsters

Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort Snow monster Night tour
Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort Snow monster Night tour
Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort Snow monster Night tour
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Yokoteyama Rest House Akari, a restaurant in the ski area

Convenient as a base for Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort.

Yokoteyama Rest House Akari
Yokoteyama Rest House Akari
Yokoteyama Rest House Akari
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3 minutes by car

Yokote Summit Hutte, a restaurant high in the ski area

Warm soup for your cold body.

Yokote Summit Hutte
Yokote Summit Hutte
Yokote Summit Hutte
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35 minutes by car

Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga

Enjoy the magnificent nature of Okushiga, away from the hustle and bustle of the city for a while

Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga
Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga
Hotel Grand Phenix Okushiga
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