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Dec. 19th to Mar. 31st (*Schedule is subject to change depending on snow conditions.)
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Sam
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You don't have to be a skier to enjoy this beautiful ski resort
It's a bit far from Tokyo, but this ski resort features a café and long ski runs. It's a great place to bring friends who don't ski. However, since public transportation isn’t very convenient here, I recommend driving.
Date of visit January 2025
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At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), Take an express bus from Tokyo (approx. 5 hours) or take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station (approx. 1 hour 30 mins), then a bus or the JR Oito Line to Hakuba Station. From Hakuba Station, take a free shuttle bus (5-15 mins). By car, it is about 60 mins from Nagano Expressway Azumino IC.
Yes, rentals are available! At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), there is a rental shop at the ski center where you can rent full ski, snowboard, and wear sets. Online pre-booking is recommended to avoid waiting.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), because the Hakuba area has many international visitors, there is a well-established multilingual ski school with instructors ready to teach in English or Chinese. Advance online booking is recommended.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), At the summit is "HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR," featuring a highly popular scenic terrace and cafe (THE CITY BAKERY) overlooking the breathtaking Hakuba Sanzan mountains of the Northern Alps.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), Yes! You can ride the gondola to the summit for sightseeing and enjoy various non-skiing activities such as the scenic terrace, snowshoeing experiences, and the "Yoo-Hoo! Swing" (a scenic swing).
Yes, at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), the "IWATAKE SNOW PARK" is designed with the concept of "a park that everyone from beginners to advanced riders can enjoy." It features various kickers, waves, rails, and boxes for jumping and jibbing.
Yes, at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), at the base of the Iwatake area is "Iwatake-no-Yu," perfect for warming up in hot springs after skiing. The Hakuba Happo Onsen area is also just a short drive away.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), there are numerous lodgings such as pensions and lodges around the resort. The Hakuba Happo-One area and central Hakuba village also have plenty of hotels and ryokans easily accessible by car or bus.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), while ski-in/ski-out hotels directly on the slopes are limited, there are several pensions and lodges extremely close to the slopes, accessible within a few minutes' walk.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), the best season is from late December to mid-March. The summit scenic terrace "HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR" is operational in winter, offering stunning views of the Northern Alps on clear days.
Yes, at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), in recent years, it has become a mecca for mountain biking (MTB) and is extremely popular year-round thanks to its spectacular scenic terrace.
At Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort (Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field), check the free shuttle bus schedule from Hakuba Station and Shinano-Moriue Station. Exploring other ski resorts in the Hakuba area with a great long course is also highly recommended. Pre-book lift tickets and rentals available online.
Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the vast Northern Alps. Making the most of its rich natural terrain, the resort features 13 diverse trails spread across all four directions—east, west, south, and north. Even first-timers can take the gondola up to the 1,289-meter summit and enjoy skiing while taking in the scenery. Advanced skiers favor the ungroomed runs and powder areas that deliver a tree-run experience. The resort also boasts a snow park suitable for everyone from first-timers to intermediate and advanced snowboarders, along with activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snow buggy-riding, and dedicated snow activity areas—offering endless ways to enjoy the snow. At the summit, visitors can relax at a café and terrace overlooking the Northern Alps and enjoy freshly baked bread.
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