Sightseeing in the area
Hakuba’s winter is renowned for some of the world’s finest powder snow. With multiple ski resorts in the area, everyone from beginners to advanced skiers can enjoy the snow to the fullest. After a day on the slopes, warm up in a hot spring and explore the winter scenery of nearby attractions such as Zenkoji Temple and Obuse. Why not use Hakuba as your base and experience a winter journey unique to snow country?
Around Hakuba
Experience the magnificent Northern Alps with breathtaking views in every season in Hakuba.
Enjoy a variety of seasonal activities such as hiking and skiing amidst the rich natural environment.
Oide Park and Oide Suspension Bridge
Oide Park, where Japan’s timeless rural scenery still remains, transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland. Snow settles on thatched-roof homes and the suspension bridge, and the contrast with the pure-white Hakuba Sanzan rising behind is a scene of stunning stillness and beauty.
About 15 minutes on foot from Hakuba Station
Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium
The surrounding mountains turn white, and a powerful snowscape unfolds with the same excitement felt during the Nagano Olympics. Take the lift up to the start tower to look out over Hakuba blanketed in white—and experience the extreme height that ski jumpers see for themselves in winter.
About 10 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
HakuBounce
An indoor trampoline park that’s perfect after skiing or snowboarding—or on days when heavy snow keeps you from playing outside. Forget the winter chill and move to your heart’s content, from kids to adults. A rare spot where you can make Hakuba memories regardless of the weather.
About 6 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
echoland
Hakuba’s largest entertainment district, buzzing with an international crowd of skiers and snowboarders from around the world. Along the illuminated streets, a wide variety of restaurants and bars come alive, making après-ski after a day on the slopes even more unforgettable.
About 5 minutes on foot from our hotel
Matsumoto Azumino (including Kamikochi)
The Azumino-Matsumoto area features the pristine streams and lush pastoral landscapes of Azumino’s original scenery,
along with Matsumoto’s cultural heritage of beautiful castles and art museums.
It’s a place where you can experience the rich charm of nature and history while enjoying art museum tours and relaxing moments at cafes.
Matsumoto Castle
White snow piling up on the jet-black castle keep makes winter’s dramatic “black-and-white contrast” even more striking. The harmony with the snowcapped Northern Alps behind is beautiful, and winter nights also bring enchanting illuminations and events such as an ice sculpture festival.
About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
Azumino Art Line
In the crystal-clear air of winter, enjoy a luxurious time visiting museums while taking in magnificent snowy vistas. Quiet, serene winter in Azumino is the perfect season to engage deeply with art. Even the winter Northern Alps seen from the warmth indoors look like a painting in their own right.
About 40 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
Daio Wasabi Farm
Thanks to the abundant spring water of the Northern Alps that never freezes, vibrant green wasabi fields stand out beautifully against the snowy landscape. With relatively few visitors and a calm atmosphere, you can stroll at a leisurely pace through the farm wrapped in clear air and silence, and savor the beauty of winter’s pristine streams.
About 1 hour by car from Hakuba Station
Karuizawa/Nagano Area
The Karuizawa and Nagano area is known for its beautiful nature and historical buildings.
In Karuizawa, you can enjoy art museum tours while feeling the highland breeze, while towards Nagano,
you can experience magnificent nature and history, including Zenkoji Temple and Togakushi Shrine, with scenery that attracts visitors in every season.
Zenkoji Temple
In winter’s crisp air, the National Treasure main hall draped in white snow feels even more solemn, evoking a profound sense of history. Every February, the “Nagano Tomyo Festival,” held in commemoration of the Nagano Olympics, offers a popular evening visit as the temple grounds are beautifully illuminated in five colors.
About 1 hour by car from Hakuba Station
Togakushi Shrine
A venerable shrine with a proud history of around 2,000 years. Since ancient times it has been widely revered as a deity of martial arts and the performing arts, and it remains a popular destination visited by many worshippers. In this nature-rich setting, a cedar-lined avenue stretches for about 500 meters with more than 200 giant cedars, and the approach—known for its beauty—captivates all who visit.
About 1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
Jigokudani Monkey Park
This is the spot to see the famous “Snow Monkeys” bathing in hot springs. Their appearance soaking in the water amidst the snow to endure the harsh cold—where temperatures can drop below -10°C—is a must-see. You will be charmed by their blissful expressions as they doze off while enjoying their soak.
Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Hakuba Station
Toyama Niigata (Kurobe Tateyama, Itoigawa, etc.)
The Kurobe Tateyama area is known for its magnificent scenery of grand mountains and valleys.
On the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, which spans about 37 km in total, you can enjoy spectacular views in each season,
and the power of Kurobe Dam, one of Japan’s largest, overwhelms visitors.
Itoigawa Geopark
Itoigawa Geopark, where eastern and western geology collide, captivates with dramatic landscapes from sea to mountains. Alongside iconic coastal cliffs and jade-clear streams, secluded hot springs in the clouds—such as “Senki-no-Yu”—are scattered throughout. Soak in the volcanic geothermal warmth and experience the grand drama of the land with all five senses.
About 1 hour by car from Hakuba Station
