Not only skiing and snowboarding but also there are other fun activities and nice places to visit in Shiga Kogen!
– The magnificent scenery at Mt. Higashitate
– Other Gondolas & Lift
– Snowshoe Guided Tour & Snowshoe Rentals
– Snow Monster Tour
– Let’s have fun at the Kids Snow Park!
– Snow Monkey Park
– Onsen hopping in Yudanaka, Shibu and Kambayashi Onsen Villages
The magnificent scenery at Mt. Higashitate
All the gondolas in Shiga Kogen are open to those without skis or snowboards, and they take you to the summit, where a majestic view awaits you!
2 ways to access the panorama terrace at Mt. Higashitate
①Get off the bus at Yamanoeki bus stop (or park your car at Yamanoeki) and take three gondola
Shiga Kogen resort gondola -> Bunadaira Gondola –> Higashitateyama Gondola
￥3,000/round trip
②Get off the bus at Hoppo Onsen bus stop (or park your car at the parking area) and take a gondola
Higashitateyama Gondola
￥2,000/round trip
Once you arrive at the summit, pop into THE ROOFTOP DINING to enjoy the fine meals with the open view! 🍷🍴
🎥 Higashitateyama Summit Live Camera 🎥
Other Gondolas & Lift
Following gondolas and lift are also available, allowing you to reach the summit and enjoy playing in the snow!
🚠 Okushiga Kogen Gondola
🚠 Yakebitaiyama 1st and 2nd Gondolas
🚡 Kumanoyu 3rd Quad lift
Those ski resorts also have kids area/snow park. Please check here for more information.
Snowshoe Guided Tour & Snowshoe Rentals
Shiga Kogen official guides provide snowshoe tour and a snowshoe rental service.
The winter forests of Shiga Kogen offer a completely different experience from the summer hiking trails. With the quiet, snow-covered woods, you’re sure to be amazed by activities you didn’t expect to find!
More details: Shiga Kogen Nature Conservation Center/Guide Association
Snow Monster Tour
Experience a unique winter adventure that can only be had at Mt. Yokote in Shiga Kogen: the “Snow Monster Tour”.
This unique tour takes you into a magical world of frost-covered trees, natural works of art created by snow and wind. At an elevation of 2,300 meters, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking close-up view of the snow monsters, with their towering white forms lining the landscape.
Along the way to the summit, you’ll also be treated to stunning views of the Japanese Alps and an unforgettable sunset. Book your spot now from here!
*Tour operates only in Japanese.
Let’s have fun at the Kids Snow Park!
Not only skiing and snowboarding, but there’s also a snow park in Shiga Kogen where kids can play. These are the perfect places for first snow experience and play with snow, sledding, snow scoot etc.
More details: Kids Snow Parks in Shiga Kogen
Snow Monkey Park
At the Snow Monkey Park, you’ll witness wild monkeys soaking in the hot springs, relishing the warmth of the water. This unique sight can only be seen here, at the Snow Monkey Park! Don’t miss the chance to capture this incredibly photogenic moment.
More details: Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen-Koen)
Onsen hopping in Yudanaka, Shibu and Kambayashi Onsen Villages
♨ Yudanaka Onsen
♨ Shibu Onsen
♨ Kambayashi Onsen
Yudanaka, Shibu, and Kambayashi are traditional onsen resorts located at the base of Shiga Kogen, just a 30-minute direct bus ride away!
Why not unwind and warm up at a foot bath located at the corner of a small hot spring village, soothing your travel fatigue?
【Yudanaka area】
Kaedenoyu is a public hot spring located at Yudanaka Station. You can enjoy their open-air foot bath while waiting for your train or bus. (and it’s free!) Okomin items are also available for purchase.
Kaede no yu
Open: 10am – 9pm
TEL: 0269-33-2133
*Open-air foot bath opens until 10:30pm
【Shibu area】
Nine small onsens at Shibu are only for the guests who lodge this area, but Oyu, one of these onses is available for visitors. Please visit Shibu Onsen visitor center for more details.
Shibu Onsen Visitor Center
Open: 9am – 5pm
phone: 0269-33-2921
【Kambayashi area】
Wakuwaku no Yu is located midway between the Snow Monkey Park and Shibu Onsen Village, and it is open to the public.
Wakuwaku no yu
Open: 10am – 7:30pm
Close: Wednesdays
TEL: 0269-33-2260
