2 hours from the Tokyo metropolitan area, recommended ski resorts, hot springs, and activities in Kawaba, Gunma Prefecture, which are also recommended for day trips

It's about 2 hours drive from the metropolitan area, and it's easy to access on a day trip. Kawaba .. Even if you don't go to Hokkaido Enjoy high-quality powder snow Kawaba is attractive Ski resort a lot! I want to stop by after skiing hot spring or activity In addition, we will give you tips on how to enjoy Kawaba in one day.

Kawaba has plenty of ski resorts and slopes

Gunma Prefecture Located in the north, it spreads out at the southern foot of Mt. Hotaka (2158.3m), which is one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan. Kawaba Village .. Kan-etsu Expressway About 2 hours from Nerima IC , About 10 minutes from Numata IC (17km) and Enjoy on a day trip from the Greater Tokyo Area Good access is a big attraction of Kawaba Village! If you come by train, the nearest JR Joetsu Line About 30 minutes by local bus from Numata Station You can arrive in about.

Kawaba village in winter Winter sports Is very popular. Snow clouds coming from the Sea of Japan lose moisture in the process of crossing the Tanigawa mountain range in Gunma prefecture. Smooth powder snow It transforms into. This is Gunma's specialty "Karakaze powder" .. Even if you don't go to Hokkaido, it's a great day trip from the city center Superb powder snow Can be experienced.

In the Kawaba area "Ski resort 2 hours from the metropolitan area" Known as "Kawaba Ski Resort" Popular with families "Tambara Ski Park" It is said to be a relatively little-known spot "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort" There are many attractive slopes such as. here Three ski resorts around Kawaba Introducing.

What kind of place is "Kawaba Ski Resort"?

The closest to the Kan-Etsu Expressway / Numata IC "Kawaba Ski Resort" .. It is a slope facing the south slope of Mt. Takate in the Takeru mountain range, and because it is as high as the nearby "Tambara Ski Park" and "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort", Good quality snow Is known to fall.
The slope is a ski center located at the foot of the mountain "Kawaba City" It is arranged in a fan shape with the apex. 2 beginner courses, 4 intermediate courses, 4 advanced courses, Wide variety of courses .. If you connect the crystal course of the beginner's course and the Sakuragawa course, Long cruising with an altitude difference of 580m and a maximum of 3,300m Is possible.

Furthermore, in early 2021, the slopes for super-advanced players "OFF THE PISTE" Also started. Only for those who have taken the course , Powder ride on side country and non-compacted snow courses You can enjoy. I can't feel it in a snow-packed burn Floating feeling of fresh snow I definitely want to taste it.

There is no adjacent accommodation at "Kawaba Ski Resort" Ski resort specializing in day trips (short stays) It has become. The multi-storey car park directly connected to the ski center "Kawaba City" is easy to use and is as fulfilling as a shopping center. Showers that can be used free of charge It is also fully equipped, so you will be able to spend a day trip comfortably. Parking lots tend to be full on weekends and holidays Therefore, it is safe to make a reservation in advance.

Kawaba Resort

location Kawaba Plateau, Kawaba Village, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture

business hours Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 8: 00-16: 00 Weekdays 8: 30-16: 00

Regular holiday Open all season

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What kind of place is "Tambara Ski Park"?

Located in the northwest of "Kawaba Ski Resort", it is easily accessible, about 30 minutes from the Numata IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway. "Tambara Ski Park" .. Facing the southwestern slope of Mt. Shikamata, a branch of Mt. Hotaka Ski resort is.
The resort center, which is the base, has a fashionable atmosphere, such as changing rooms and rental shops. Facilities are also substantial doing. Gunma specialty A hearty bowl using barley pork There are plenty of restaurants and sweet crepes that are popular Sweets shop Is also popular.

"Tambara Ski Park" Family-friendly slopes Well known as. The best feature is Slopes on gentle slopes where children can slide with peace of mind is. It's not too fast, so you can ski without fear, and it's recommended for beginners who are just starting skiing. Good quality powder snow Has a soft texture, Even if you fall, take it softly Will give you.
The lift slows down when a child rides and supports the ride, so Perfect for children's slope debut .. If you get a little tired from your first slope experience, go to the kids park in the afternoon Sled or Tubing It is also good to enjoy the play that is unique to winter.

"Tambara Ski Park" is due to abundant snowfall From late November to Golden Week in May We are in business. In spring, the amount of snow on the road will decrease and the rate of sunny weather will increase. So you should be able to slide comfortably. Please visit us.

What kind of place is "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort"?

Located in Katashina Village, Tone District, northeast of "Kawaba Ski Resort" "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort" .. Approximately 28 km from the Numata IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway (45 minutes in normal times), which is easy to access, but compared to the surrounding slopes A little-known ski resort that is often relatively vacant is.
Overlooking Mt. Nikko-Shirane A slope with a great view And the dry wind that crosses Mt. Tanigawa and Mt. Hotaka brings Fine powder snow Is the charm of "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort". The mortar-shaped area tends to collect snow, Relatively less susceptible to strong winds It is said that. The course is 12 courses and abundant variations It is especially popular with intermediate to advanced users. From the summit of 1,828m to 3,500m Long downhill Is an exhilarating feeling that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

Furthermore, for beginners to intermediate snowboarders "Ogu-chan Snow Park" Is a timeless park with elaborate jib, kicker, terrain, etc. Kids park for Playing in the snow Using the plaza or the snow escalator Sled slope Because there is also Recommended for families with children I can do it. The slope dining room "Azaria" is A popular shop that many people visit on the slopes for this purpose .. A hot atmosphere with a homely atmosphere Sesame miso ramen or Seafood pasta , Homemade flower bean parfait Has a reputation for being delicious.

Activity Japan, you can pre-book ski lift tickets and Snowshoes

In Kawaba Winter sotoasobi I want to experience, but I may not have enough time on a day trip ... I recommend it for such beginners Ski lift ticket or Advance booking of activities .. It's easy to schedule a day, so Enjoy the charm of Kawaba even on a day trip I can do it.

Enjoy powder snow! "Kawaba Ski Resort" lift 1-day ticket

For a one-day lift ticket for the popular "Kawaba Ski Resort" A great pack with a 1,000 yen meal voucher and a 500 yen gift voucher .. "Kawaba Ski Resort" is equipped with a hooded escalator "First step slope" There is Perfect for beginners' slope debut is.

[Gunma / Kawaba Village] Great powder snow ♪ Kawaba Ski Resort lift one-day ticket (with meal ticket + gift certificate)

Kawaba Resort

Numata / Oigami / Oze

5,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

A one-day lift ticket with a 1,000 yen meal ticket and a gift certificate of 500 yen is a great value lift ticket pack.

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Satoyama nature observation tour with snowshoes

Snowshoes Is a leisure activity that walks on the snow in Western snowshoes (Wakan). Near 800m above sea level "Forest with stars" Starting from, while observing the footprints of animals trekking Let's enjoy. Warm up your cold body, Break time coffee and hot wine Is exceptional.

[Numata, Gunma Prefecture] Snowshoeing nature observation tour of Satoyama [For beginners] With coffee or hot wine

Starry forest

Numata / Oigami / Oze

4,900 Yen ~ (tax included)

It is a trekking tour that walks while observing the animals' footprints with snowshoing in the bright deciduous broad-leaved trees with snow!

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Hot spring near the ski resort in Kawaba

Gunma hot springs Ikaho Onsen or Kusatsu Onsen Is famous, Kawaba Onsen in Kawaba Village It is a very famous hot spring. There are also Yakushi Onsen and Minakami Onsen in the vicinity, so why not try after-skiing at a day-trip hot spring to heal your tiredness from the day? here A hot spring that you want to enjoy along with skiing and various activities Will be picked up and introduced.

2 recommended hot springs near "Kawaba Ski Resort" and "Tambara Ski Park"

Kawaba Onsen Center Ikoinoyu

There are no hot springs within walking distance of both "Kawaba Ski Resort" and "Tambara Ski Park", but at the foot of Kawaba Village Kawaba Onsen there is. Kawaba Onsen is known for its tradition of opening hot springs by Kobo Daishi, and has long been said to be "Beriberi Kawaba ni Kasa Oigami". Historical famous hot spring is.
"Kawaba Onsen Center Ikoinoyu" Is located along the Okutone Yukemuri Highway in the central area of Kawaba Village. Village-run one-day hot spring facility .. The quality of the spring is an alkaline simple hot spring with a mellow texture that heals the tiredness of a cold body and skiing. Affordable pricing Therefore, it is a facility that is loved by locals.

Hotel Rural Plaza Kobo no Yu

Speaking of Kawaba, the roadside station is very popular now. "Kawaba Denen Plaza" .. Selected as a national model roadside station in 2015 No. 1 in "Kanto Favorite Road Station" You can buy vegetables and fruits on the large site with abundant nature. Farmers market , Using local ingredients Restaurant or Bread studio , Pizza house Etc. are scattered. The hot springs on the premises "Hotel Rural Plaza Kobo no Yu" is. The quality of the spring is an alkaline simple hot spring (hypotonic alkaline hot spring). One-day bath It also supports. After relaxing the tiredness of skiing in the spacious public bath, it is good to enjoy the gourmet food at the roadside station.

Recommended hot springs near "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort"

Hana no Eki Katashina Hanasaki no Yu

Like "Kawaba Ski Resort" and "Tambara Ski Park", "Oguna Hotaka Ski Resort" does not have a hot spring on the mountain, but it is located in Katashina Village at the foot of the mountain. Katashina hot spring there is. One-day hot spring facility "Hananoeki Katashina Hanasaki no Yu" Is a rock garden-style open-air bath full of wildness "Kaze no Yu" And take a bath while watching the seasonal flowers "Kouyu" Boasts. You can enjoy a magnificent view of Mt. Sukai and an alkaline simple hot spring that heals muscle and joint pain.

3 recommended hot springs around the Kawaba area

From here, it's a little far from the Kawaba area, A hot spring that you want to stretch your legs and enjoy Introducing.

Healing hot spring Yakushi Onsen

It is said that a traveler was discovered in the 5th year of Kansei during the Edo period. Yakushi Onsen .. "Healing hot water" Is 7 buildings on a site of about 7,000 tsubo A hot spring inn full of atmosphere with thatched houses It attracts visitors with thousands of antique folk implements, antique works of art and seasonal festivals. "Takiminoyu" Is an open-air bath where the sound of the river is comfortable Fantastic scenery illuminated at night Can be enjoyed.

Yujuku Onsen Taiyokan

Located in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, the gateway to Mikuni Pass, Sarugakyo Mikuni Onsenkyo "Yujuku Onsen Taiyokan" .. The old-fashioned cobblestone alleys and cityscape retain the remnants of the post town of the former Mikuni Highway. Take a walk while enjoying the atmosphere of the hot spring town Is also recommended.

Water building

Full of individuality surrounded by mountains and mountain streams A hot spring inn where you can enjoy a tour of 15 hot springs .. The precious architecture of the Mizukamikan, which was built in 1945, was left as it was and used as a bath. "Makimizu no Yu" is a must-see .. Eight bathtubs using special products of Joshu and Okutone are lined up along the mountain stream. "Tone Hachiyu" Then The charm of the historic Tone Onsen You can enjoy.

Recommended activities that you can enjoy besides skiing and snowboarding!

Near the Kawaba area Minakami or Numata / Oigami / Oze area Then Skiing and snowboarding Besides, there are plenty of activities. After enjoying winter sports, why not take a tour like this?