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Opened in 1924, Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort in Nagano Prefecture is one of Japan's oldest ski resorts. But far from being outdated, the resort features modern high speed lifts, two gondolas and long, fast runs. On a clear day you can see the Northern Alps and the Sea of Japan from the top of the mountain.
The resort has slopes suitable for every skill level, from long gentle ones for beginners, to parks, a half pipe, moguls, and a 39 degree incline for the hardcore skiers and snowboarders. Nozawa Onsen town and its ski resort are foreigner friendly with English maps, signs and pamphlets available.
The resort hosted the biathlon events during the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics. A ski museum (300 yen, open Friday to Sunday and holidays) is located near the base of the Hikage Gondola and displays historic skis from around the world as well as a history of skiing in Japan.
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Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort
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Description
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The foreigner friendly ski resort combined with the old fashioned hot spring town make Nozawa Onsen one of the most pleasant snow destinations in Japan.
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Season
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Early December to early May
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Lifts
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21 Lifts
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Tickets
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full day
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8:30-5
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4600 yen
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Rentals
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ski
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Local
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half day
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8:30-1, 12-5
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3500 yen
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board
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Local
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nighter
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5-8
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1500 yen
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clothes
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Local
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Access
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bus/train
car
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The ski resort is located directly next to the town center and is accessible on foot from most of the hotels and ryokan.
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How to get there
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How to get to Nagano
By express bus from Nagano Station:
Nagaden Bus operates three direct buses per day from Nagano Station to Nozawa Onsen (75 minutes, 1400 yen one way).
By train and bus from Nagano Station:
Take the JR Iiyama Line from Nagano Station to Togari Nozawa Onsen Station (65 minutes, 740 yen one way, approx. one train/hour). Many trains have good connections to buses bound for Nozawa (15 minutes, 300 yen one way, 7 buses per day) except for a four hour period around noon.
Alternatively, take the JR Iiyama Line from Nagano Station to Iiyama Station (55 minutes, 570 yen one way, approx. one train/hour). Buses bound for Nozawa depart every hour (40 minutes, 600 yen one way), but are not as well timed with train arrivals as the buses from Togari Nozawa Onsen Station.
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Travel Community
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Popularity of Nozawa Onsen:
Users who have been to Nozawa Onsen: 21
Most visited: Ranked 92nd out of 113 destinations
Ratings for Nozawa Onsen:
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japan-guide.com Rating:
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outstanding
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User Rating (by 8 users):
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85/100
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recommended
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