Ski or snowboard at Hakuba Valley's 10 renowned ski resorts with the Hakuba Valley 10-Mountain Lift Pass. Nestled in Japan's Northern Alps, this pass offers access to an expansive snow resort area spanning Hakuba, Otari, and Omachi. With over 90 lifts and 200+ runs, this pass ensures endless adventure across three major regions.

 

The participating resorts include Kashimayari, Jiigatake, Hakuba Sanosaka, Able Hakuba Goryu, HAKUBA 47, Hakuba Happo One, Iwawtake Snow Fields, Tsugaike Mountain Resort, Hakuba Norikura, and Hakuba Cortina. Seamless travel between these resorts is facilitated by an efficient inter-resort shuttle system, making it easy to explore the vast terrain.

 

Hakuba, located on Honshu in Nagano Prefecture, is easily accessible from Tokyo's Narita or Haneda airports. The journey takes about 5 hours by shuttle or transfer, or you can opt for Japan's bullet trains, which operate frequently between Tokyo and Nagano. The Hakuba Valley lift pass not only grants access to nine mountains on one pass but also includes free ski shuttles to various ski areas.

 

Popular accommodation areas include the Village of Happo and the surrounding Wadano Village, which wrap around the base of the Happo-One ski area. These areas boast shops, restaurants, bars, shrines, and the famous onsens (natural hot springs). For a vibrant atmosphere, Echoland offers plenty of dining and nightlife options and is just a short shuttle ride from Happo-One. For an authentic village experience, consider staying at the base of Goryu ski resort. For ski-in, ski-out access, the Hakuba Green Plaza Hotel in Cortina is an excellent choice.

 

Plan your ultimate winter holiday in Hakuba Valley and enjoy the diverse slopes, vibrant villages, and breathtaking scenery.