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Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field
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Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field

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Experience different activities and joys at Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field across seasons! Enjoy the scenic season (green season) Take a 7-minute skywalk via cable car to reach the summit of Iwadake Mountain at 1,289m above sea level. From there, you can enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the Northern Alps, Hakuba, and the mountains of northern Shinano. The magnificent observation deck "HAKUBA MOUNTAIN HARBOR" and diverse activities like "Hakuba Ichinokurasawa Forest" will rejuvenate your mind and body in the refreshing mountain air. On the newly upgraded 10-person cable car in December 2024, you can enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view. The joy of ski season (white season) Enjoy diverse snow sports in the vast ski area. In winter, Hakuba transforms into a dreamy silver world, attracting countless skiers and snowboarders. However, Hakuba Iwatake, an independent peak in Hakuba (elevation 1,289m), is often misunderstood as a "small ski resort" because the summit area isn't visible from the base cable car station or National Route 148. Yet once you visit, you'll be awestruck by the majestic summit zone and the 360° panoramic views of the Northern Alps—many guests become completely hooked! Numerous visitors consider this their "hidden ski spot," returning again and again. Additionally, the resort features multiple diverse ski slopes designed to blend seamlessly with the natural terrain, catering to both skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. Visitors can also enjoy various snow activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Don't miss the chance to experience the renowned "Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field," a must-visit destination evolved from the ski resort. The naturally designed ski trails offer diverse and free-flowing experiences. We've added snowmaking equipment to extend the season, allowing earlier and longer enjoyment of the cable car loop from peak to base. Feel like you're gliding through the Alps while enjoying the powder snow in the "Iwatake Back Bowl" area, plus we offer 7 ungroomed zones perfect for beginners!

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Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama 1-Day Tour | UNESCO Heritage Village & Shirakawa-go Observation Deck
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Nagoya Hida Takayama + Shirakawa-go gassho village 1-day tour, world cultural heritage
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Kamikōchi Hiking 1-Day Tour|Azusa River Hidden Gem: Myojin Pond Mountain Pilgrimage [Round-trip from Nagoya]
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A day trip to Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go, Nagoya, Japan
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1-day tour to Shirakawa-go and Hida Takayama | Optional small group for 9 people (hotel pick-up service) | Round-trip from Nagoya
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Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Nagoya | Optional Winter Light-Up
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Hiking in the hidden alpine paradise of Kamikochi | Kappabashi Bridge & Taisho Ike Pond | Round-trip from Nagoya
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Kamikōchi sightseeing hiking 1-day tour | Depart from Matsumoto station | Round-trip bus 1-day tour
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Snowshoe hiking experience at Yonego Falls by Mountain Craftsmen Rope Society
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[Toyama cycling tour] Cruise shore excursion cycling tour
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Matsumoto Highlights Audio Tour: Cultural Treasures and Artistic Spirits
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Takayama Audio Tour: Sacred Temples
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Nagano Audio Tour: Sacred Temples & Parks
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Half-day tour to Toyama city hall panoramic view + glass art museum + Yatsuo | stroll through the retro streets
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November 23: Ebisu-ko Fireworks & Snow Monkey Tour
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Nagano: Snow monkeys + Iiyama snow huts winter limited 10 hr private charter | Itinerary is adjustable
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Nagano Snow Monkey & Sukiyaki Day Tour | Guaranteed Departure
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Nagano: Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch, and Shibu Onsen Tour
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常东🇨🇳2 February 2020
5.0
It takes two hours by Shinkansen from Tokyo to Nagano. It is convenient and cheap. Skiing in China is not that cheap. Except that there is no food near the ski resort, everything else is good. The ski resort is good, but beginners should not come here.

Hakuba Goryu Snow Resort

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えむ| ひとり旅 韓国旅行 国内旅行3 November 2024
5.0
The view from Mountain Harbor is amazing♡ The leaves are starting to change color and it's beautiful🍁 There's CITY BAKERY and soup stock so you can relax, and there are also activities like horse riding and yoga so you can enjoy the whole day! It's a little cold at the top of the mountain so it's a good idea to bring a jacket in addition to your usual clothes🫧

Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort

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_TI***f810 January 2025
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Very nice to have a one stop shop to book everything you need for a day on the snow

Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field

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YKBJ25 February 2025
5.0
Tsugaike was so much better for us newbies compared to happo-one. so many more choices for beginner runs and so many more choices for food. Even have 4-20 pies!!!

Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort

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Orange county11 May 2026
5.0
Have been coming here for a few years, we always stay at Yama House in Echoland.Amazing place, was there in February 2026, the best time, we had 8 in our group, self contained luxury house walking distance to everything.It has 5 bedrooms so I guess it sleeps max10 people.Wow, we think it’s great value if you work out the cost per person for two families ect.

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When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Nagano round-trip: Hakuba private charter 1-day tour for your group only [Adjustable itinerary with Chinese-speaking private car pickup], Tokyo surrounding: Hakuba Happo-One Snow Resort/hot spring 1-day tour/itinerary adjustable in Chinese and English, and Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama 1-Day Tour | UNESCO Heritage Village & Shirakawa-go Observation Deck. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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