Enjoy Togakushi (Nagano) in one day! Recommended ski resorts, hot springs, and activities that you can enjoy even on a day trip
Located in the northern part of Nagano prefecture Togakushi district Including Togakushi Ski Resort Snow activity Sanctuary. On a slope with good snow quality Ski snowboard , Snow shoe You can enjoy it to your heart's content. It is also a hot spring resort, so it is recommended to take a day trip after skiing. Features of the ski resort and its surroundings One-day hot spring Introducing the facilities, activity / leisure popularity rankings, etc.
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Popular on the powder snow slopes. Togakushi ski resort and surrounding attractions
Nagano Prefecture Spreads at the foot of Mt. Togakushi in the northern part of Togakushi district .. In the rich nature, the surrounding mountains are reflected on the surface of the water like a mirror. "Kagamiike" , Enshrines the gods who cooperated with the opening of Amano-iwato, and is famous as a power spot "Togakushi Shrine" , Exhibit fossils found in the surrounding area "Togakure Geological Fossil Museum" There are spots such as. There are many hot springs in the area Yes, it is possible to visit from Tokyo on a day trip. The Togakushi district straddles Niigata and Nagano prefectures. "Myoko Togakushi Mountain Range National Park" It is also part of. Famous peaks such as the Togakushi mountain range and Mt. Takatsuma A treasure trove of wild birds and alpine plants .. Summer Climbing and hiking Is also recommended.
Also, a specialty "Togakushi soba" Along with Wanko soba in Iwate prefecture and Izumo soba in Shimane prefecture One of the three major soba noodles in Japan .. It features a fragrant flavor of buckwheat that is ground without removing the cuticle. Please try this specialty locally.
What kind of ski resort is around Togakushi?
Speaking of activities around Togakushi that cannot be missed in winter, on the slopes Skiing and snowboarding experience .. For example "Togakushi Ski Resort" To A wide variety of 19 courses Is prepared so that beginners to advanced users can immerse themselves in snow activities. From the top of the slope Overlooking the Togakushi mountain range Is also a point. Glide on the snow while gazing at the superb view An exhilarating experience awaits you!
The slopes of Togakushi Ski Resort Good snow quality in Nagano prefecture I am proud of. Light and smooth snow "Magic powder snow" Is called. "Ice burn" that is rugged like ice is less likely to occur Slippery even for beginners Therefore, the number of repeaters has increased in recent years.
On the opposite side of Mt. Iizuna from Togakushi Ski Resort is "Iizuna Resort Ski Resort" is. This is About 30 minutes by car from Nagano city Easy access, spacious course and relaxing Ski snowboard Reputed to be able to fully enjoy. Long course with a maximum length of 2,500 m, about 100 m wide Flat course , Enjoy the smooth snow Powder course All 15 courses. Beginner courses and for children Kids Park Land There is also. From the 500-meter non-compacted snow course for advanced users, You can even see Mt. Fuji in the distance on a sunny day!
At Iizuna Resort Ski Resort, there are various needs and ages for advanced users, beginners, families, etc. Snow activity You can participate in. Many days are relatively free even on weekends I'm also happy. After skiing Get tired from the surrounding hot springs Is also recommended.
In this article Tour at Togakushi Ski Resort Besides Hot springs near the slopes ,In addition to the Winter leisure I'd like to introduce_______ Let's enjoy Togakushi in winter!
Experience skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Save money with advance reservations!
"I want to experience skiing and snowboarding in the snowy mountains I admire,
I don't know how to get started
There should be some who say. Such a person will teach you carefully from how to wear boots
Skiing
or
Snowboard
Please join the lesson.
Togakushi Ski Resort
Lessons for adults start at 4,000 yen for half a day, and lessons for children start at 4,500 yen.
Nagana Resort Ski Resort
Then, you can take lessons for 4,000 yen for half a day and 5,000 yen for a day. The price for children is 4,500 yen.
In addition to skiing and snowboarding, walk on the snow with Western snowshoes (Wakan)
Snowshoe experience
Is also popular.
At Activity Japan
Advance reservation of lift ticket
You can also.
Greater price than purchasing on the slopes on the day
So let's make a reservation!
A fulfilling day. Lift ticket for Iizuna Resort Ski Resort
"I want to play skiing and snowboarding for a whole day!" Recommended for those who say 1-day lift ticket for Iizuna Resort Ski Resort .. Book by 7:59 on the day If you do, you can ski on the slopes that day. Business hours are from 8:30 to 16:30 (last ride on the lift). On the day, Just open the URL in the reservation confirmation email and show the store visit processing screen at the counter And the reservation method is also easy.
Enjoy the snow after sightseeing! Iizuna Resort Ski Resort, Night Game Lift Ticket
"I want to enjoy sightseeing around the area during the day" For those who like, you can ski and snowboard slowly at night. Night game lift ticket Is recommended. With a lift ticket that can be used from 18:30 to 21:30 (last ride on the lift) Reservation is possible until 7:59 on the day is.
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- Koushinetsu
- Nagano
- Nagano/Togakushi/Obuse
- Ski resort / lift ticket
- Snowboard / ski rental
【Future plans】 Due to snowfall in late February, we have changed our business period again! Daytime business: Regular business until March 17th (Sun) Night game operation: 3/1 (Fri), 2 (Sat), 8 (Fri), 9 (Sat) Business hours: Daytime 8:30-16:00 / Night game 18:00-22:00 *Please check the ski resort website for the latest information on operating lifts. *Please note that business days may change depending on weather conditions.
Challenge the origin of skiing, telemark skiing
Telemark skiing Is a ski that does not fix the heel to the ski. Also known as heel freeski Is called. Not only gliding on the slopes Walk in the snowy mountains like cross-country It is one of the snow activities that has been attracting attention in recent years because it can also be done.
"Nature Spirit Company"
Then, we will hold a tour to ski the snowy mountains around Togakushi by telemark skiing.
An official guide from the Japan Mountain Guide Association accompanies
To do it
"I've slipped on the slopes, but it's my first time in the snowy mountains."
Those who say are also safe.
If you want to glide on the real powder snow of the snowy mountains, please experience it!
Besides, in the surrounding area survival game or Ceramic art experience Activities such as are being carried out. If you participate before and after the snow activity, it will be a fulfilling Togakushi trip.
One-day bathing is possible! 4 Recommended Hot Springs in Togakushi and Iizuna
Togakushi and Iizuna
An area famous for its hot springs
..
Day trip bath
There are many places where you can do it, and it is perfect for healing the tiredness of skiing and snowboarding.
From Togakushi Ski Resort and Iizuna Resort Ski Resort
Pick up hot springs with good access and introduce them along with their features
To do.
Togakushi Shinjuku Onsen Yukokan (Togakushi Mitsuge Onsen Yunikukan)
About 7 minutes by car from Togakushi Ski Resort "Togakushi Shinjuku Onsen Yukokan" .. The only one-day hot spring facility in the Togakushi area is. From the spacious indoor bath, you can also see the rich nature outside through the glass. In the hall, you can relax in the break space, "Handmade shop Yasubei" so The famous Togakushi soba You can spend your time slowly.
Ikoinoideyu Forest Music (Mokumokubayashi)
About 25 minutes by car from Togakushi Ski Resort "Ikoinoideyu Forest Music" Is a municipal hot spring facility. In addition to the hot springs, the hotel has a lounge, training equipment, a mallet golf course, and a table tennis court. All Available only for bathing fee Is the point. When you want to change your mood Looks good too.
Mure Onsen Tengu no Yakata
"Mure Onsen Tengu no Yakata" A municipal hot spring facility about 5 minutes by car from Iizuna Resort Ski Resort. Indoor bath, open-air bath, sauna You can heal your tiredness. From the open-air bath, you can also see the artificial lake, Lake Reisenji, Mt. Iizuna, Mt. Kurohime, and Mt. Myoko. After the bath, you can spend a relaxing time in the large hall with a cafeteria, a private room for private use, or a cafe! In the cafeteria Tengu barley rice set meal and soba, Shinano local chicken set Such, Local specialty gourmet You can.
Ikoinomura Azelia Iizuna
Accommodation with hot springs "Ikoinomura Azelia Iizuna" Is about 10 minutes by car from Iizuna Resort Ski Resort. Hot springs at the facility "Forest view large communal bath Enmei no Yu" Is not only for guests Day-trippers can also take a bath is. The hot spring is designed so that you can enjoy the view of the forest from a large window. There is also a hot spring bath, a sauna, and a baby cot, so Slowly with the family You can spend it.
Besides skiing, snowboarding, and more! Fun Activity
After enjoying skiing and snowboarding in Togakushi and Iizuna, go a little further and you will find it on the south side of Mt. Iizuna. Nagano city , North of Nagano City Obuse Town Let's go to. Ceramic art experience and accessory making , trekking Such Activities that allow you to forget about your daily life and immerse yourself in it Are available.
Ceramic art experience at an old folk house "Ceramics Studio Raku RAKU"
Ceramic art experience
If you do, near Zenkoji
"Ceramic Studio Raku RAKU"
What. In the calm atmosphere of a renovated old folk house, you can make potter's wheel using an electric potter's wheel and for beginners.
Hand-kneading
Can be experienced.
In the experience course, you can choose one from "electric potter's wheel, hand-bending, tatara molding" and participate. Since difficult work such as shaving, glaze, and firing can be left to the workshop.
The finish is beautiful
I'm also happy!
In the store
There is also a shop
You can buy mugs, plates, and bowls made in the workshop.
(1) You can choose from "electric potter's wheel, hand-bending, tatara molding" for the same cost! ➁ Create two works such as "teacup, teacup, mug, plate, wall clock" and bake one of them. If you bake both, it costs +500 yen. ③3 courses at 10:00, 13:00, and 15:00 You can apply from ④ Currently, we do not have simultaneous experience with multiple groups, so please
Delicate accessories for embroidery threads and beads "Fil et bijou"
For those who want to make original accessories,
"Phil Shrimp Jew"
To the hands-on classroom.
Misumi Knitting ®, a knitting technique devised by the shop owner on his own
Used
Making accessories
Let's experience.
In the experience, first choose the embroidery thread of your favorite color. We knit each needle and thread into small glass beads. The finished work is delicate like a small mosaic. From the shop owner
Misumi Knitting ®
The time to weave beads while listening to the story behind the birth of the bead seems to be a special memory.
The venue is the antique shop "KINU" in Suzaka City. It is about 30 minutes by car from Nagano City.
Fil et bijou means thread and beads in French. Based on the "embroidery thread given by my grandmother," we will teach you the unique method of knitting threads into small glass beads, one by one, "Misumi Knitting ®︎". We will choose the color of the thread, decide the design, and actually knit the motif. It looks like it can be done, but it can't be done easily ...
Herbarium kaleidoscope "Galli Lotus" made from natural stones and flowers of Shinshu
About a 3-minute walk from the tourist attraction Zenkoji
"Galli Lotus"
teeth,
kaleidoscope
or
Tonbotama
A gallery displaying works. I used a simple kit in the store, which is a collection of works by domestic and foreign artists.
Herbarium kaleidoscope making
I can.
In a normal kaleidoscope, beads and color cellophane are used as the material (object) to be reflected by the mirror. here
Unique to using natural stones and herbarium of dried flowers from Shinshu
.. If you look into the kaleidoscope, you will be fascinated by the soft light and shades of natural stones and flowers.
Same-day reservations are also possible
Therefore, it seems good to stop by on the way back from visiting Zenkoji.
Experience handmade kaleidoscope in the shukubo of Zenkoji! Create objects with a simple kit! Choose your favorite kaleidoscope and add your favorite ingredients to complete it. You can use natural stones and Shinshu flowers as ingredients. If you use the shape of the flower as it is like herbarium and add oil, it will become a herbarium kaleidoscope, and the gentle color and light of natural stone will make it a higher-grade kaleidoscope.
Making a dragonfly ball strap
"Galli Lotus" teeth, Making straps using dragonfly balls Is also held. Of your favorite color and shape Glass beads, beads Just select and thread it. I'm happy that it's relatively easy to do. You can use the finished work as a bag charm, or attach a plate as an option (150 yen) to make it a band decoration. Feel free to use ..
[Nagano / Nagano City] Handmade experience of dragonfly ball straps in the shukubo of Zenkoji!
Create a strap using various dragonfly balls! You can make your own strap by choosing two favorite dragonfly balls according to your own image. Depending on the color and pattern, you can make it colorful, cute, or chic with your own image. You can also add an optional obi decoration plate to make a obi decoration. Back
Making a suncatcher with crystal glass and dragonfly balls
Also "Galli Lotus" Then Making a suncatcher Can also be experienced. In the experience Natural stone, crystal glass, dragonfly ball Make a suncatcher using. A suncatcher that colors the windowsill with glittering light. What I made More attachment must.
[Nagano / Nagano City] Handmade experience of original suncatcher in the shukubo of Zenkoji!
Handmade experience of original suncatcher made of natural stone and crystal glass You can make an original suncatcher by combining natural stone and crystal glass. It's very easy to make because you just pass the parts through the line. For this plan, you can choose your favorite design from the designs prepared in advance in the gallery.
To Mt. Amakazari, one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan. Trekking tour with a professional guide
Altitude 1961 M. However, it is Akimine of Fukada 100 famous mountain. You can see the goodness of it when you climb it: Mt. Niigata It is located on the prefectural border with the prefecture Itoigawa. The 360 ° view from the summit is wonderfully visited by many climbers. If you are blessed with the weather, you can also look over the Sea of Japan.
Full-scale trekking at Mt. Takatsuma, the highest peak of the Togakushi mountain range
Also
"Nature Spirit Company"
Then, the highest peak of the Togakushi mountain range, at an altitude of 2,353m
Trekking tour at Mt. Takatsuma
Is also carried out.
Mt. Takatsuma
Also known as Togakure Fuji
A famous peak also called. The road to the summit is known to be long and steep, but from the summit
Magnificent mountain views and rare alpine plants
I will continue to attract advanced mountaineers.
There is nothing blocking the view on the mountaintop,
Superb view overlooking the mountains of Shinshu around 360 degrees
Is waiting. In addition, you can also encounter alpine plants unique to this area such as Togakushiiwaichirin and Gakushishouma along the way. Some alpine plants are designated as endangered, so if you find one, don't fold it or step into your own habitat.
On the tour
A professional guide will accompany you
, Will also teach you about mountaineering knowledge and these vegetation!
Takazumayama (Tatsumayama), Niigata Prefecture Myoko City and Nagano Prefecture Nagano A mountain at an altitude of 2,353 m straddling the city. It is the highest peak of Togakushi mountain range and is one peak of Togakushi back mountain. One of the hundred famous mountains in Japan. Also known as the highest peak of the "Togakushi Fuji" Togakushi mountain range. The journey is long, but you get a sense of satisfaction. Let's follow the stone coffin together and head to Reiki Peak!
- Koushinetsu
- Nagano
- Nagano/Togakushi/Obuse
- Trekking (climbing / hiking)
- Snowshoes and snow trekking
- Telemark skiing
The Nature Spirit Company reconsiders the wisdom of the past once more, to enable humans to live in harmony with nature, and to allow humans to live in harmony with each other, so that the future can be left to the children of all creatures. I hope I can help you. As a policy of the company, we will implement programs such as the First Aid Method and nature observation in order to have you feel the importance of life. Japan Mountain Guide Association certified mountain guide, who is familiar with mountain climbing technology, firmly conveys not only mountain climbing knowledge and technology but also the attractiveness of nature!
Frequently Asked Questions about Togakushi in Winter
Q What kind of place is Togakushi?
A Togakushi is an area rich in nature that spreads out at the foot of Mt. Togakushi in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture. It has popular tourist spots such as Togakushi Shrine, which is famous as a power spot, and Myoko Togakushi Mountains National Park, which is a treasure trove of alpine plants. Many ski resorts boast good snow quality, also known as magical powder snow, so attention is increasing not only in the green season but also in the winter season.
Q Introducing ski resorts in the Togakushi area
A "Togakushi Kogen Ski Resort" is a ski resort with a spectacular view of the Togakushi mountain range from the top of the slopes. Course settings that satisfy both beginners and advanced players are popular, and the number of repeaters has increased in recent years. The point of "Iizuna Ski Resort" is that it is easily accessible from the city of Nagano. It is recommended for families with children as there are many days that are relatively free even on weekends.
Q What do you recommend for after-skiing?
A This area has long been famous as a hot spring resort. Near the ski resort, there are hot springs for day trips that you can use without staying overnight. There are also facilities where you can enjoy local gourmet food such as "Togakushi soba" and "Shinano Jidori" along with the hot springs. You can also see Mt. Iizuna and Mt. Kurohime from the scenic open-air bath! .. Let's be wrapped in warm water and heal your mind and body.
Q What kind of activities can you enjoy?
A In the nature-rich Togakushi area, you can enjoy outdoor activities regardless of the season, but in Nagano City and Obuse City, which are a little further away, you can also experience indoor activities such as ceramic art experience and accessory making. Please try to find a plan that suits your needs on this site, which has many popular manufacturing experience plans.
Skiing, snowboarding, activities, hot springs. A fulfilling leisure experience in Togakushi
Around Nagano, Togakushi, Obuse Then "Zenkoji Shichifukujin Tour" from "survival game" Until, Various activities Are available. If you enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the winter, join these activities. Forget about everyday Sotoasobi experience or Craft You can immerse yourself in it and it will be a good refreshment. Don't forget to heal your tiredness at the nearby hot springs!
* Information such as plans, prices, timetables, and phone numbers is as of December 2020.