Night buses are recommended for those who want to save the time and money.
Departure: Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal 23:05
Arrival: Hakuba Goryu 6:20 / Hakuba-cho 6:27 / Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal 6:32

Overnight bus is the best! How to enjoy "Hakuba", famous for the powder snow.

Do you know "Japow"?
Hakuba is well known for "Japow" by foreigners. "Japow" is a coined word of "Japan" and "Powder snow". Hakuba is famous for its good quality snow and is fascinating skiers and snowboarders around the world. Every year many foreigners visit Hakuba for the powder snow. We will introduce how to enjoy Hakuba from now!
Overnight Bus is the best way to visit Hakuba!
Check it out here.

About Hakuba area

Hakuba is situated in the spectacularly beautiful Northern Japan Alps, surrounded by abundant snow falls, which earned its reputation as the best winter sports resort in Japan.
Nine ski resorts are located across the Hakuba Valley within easy access from the local towns of Happo. Hakuba provides truly memorable trip in the great nature at the foot of the Northern Alps.

 Why Hakuba is so popular for foreign travelers?

1. Easy access to get around. Free shuttle buses are running everywhere to connect each destination.
2. Many ski resorts offer ski/snowboard lessons in different languages.
3. Hakuba is famous for its good quality snow and is fascinating skiers and snowboarders around the world. Every year many foreigners visit Hakuba for the powder snow.

Hakuba Tips!
After enjoying ski for a day, enjoy Hakuba's night at "Echoland"! Echoland is the main street of Hakuba and there are many restaurants and bars for tourists to visit. It is a fun place to get around to enjoy your night in Hakuba.

 Narita Airport / Haneda Airport Transfer Tickets

It is the reasonable package deal with tickets for Airport Limousine to Tokyo and for expressway bus to Hakuba.
 Cannot be used from July 29 to August 20, 2023, and from December 29, 2023 to January 3, 2024

[Discounted Bus Fare]
From Narita Airport
The ticket for the Airport Limousine from Narita airport to Shinjuku cannot be purchased at a discounted price, however you can get a discount on the highway bus ticket from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to each destination (when you purchase the ticket at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal).
To Hakuba : Regular price: between ¥9,400 and ¥9,700
⇒ After discount: between ¥7,800 and ¥8,300 (between ¥1,400 and ¥1,600 off)

From Haneda Airport
The ticket for the Airport Limousine from Haneda airport to Shinjuku cannot be purchased at a discounted price, however you can get a discount on the highway bus ticket from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to each destination (when you purchase the ticket at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal).
To Hakuba : Regular price: between ¥7,200 and ¥7,500
⇒ After discount: between ¥5,900 and ¥6,400 (between ¥1,100 and ¥1,300 off)

[To Purchase the Tickets]
1. Click "Reserve Seats to Hakuba" to make a reservation on the one-way service "from Shinjuku to Hakuba". (Payment is unnecessary.)

• *Please note that the package deal is not applied, if you make a reservation by clicking other than "Reservation" and having paid with a credit card.
• *Hakuba Transfer Ticket is an one-way ticket between the Airport and Hakuba.

2. Please ask for Hakuba Transfer Ticket at Airport Limousine Desk and pay for regular fare once.
You will receive a Connecting Ticket for the Airport and Hakuba.

3. When you arrive at Shinjuku and purchase the ticket for the expressway bus, please show the Connecting Ticket for the Airport and Hakuba or receipt. You can purchase the ticket with discount.

• *The expressway bus service must be used within 7 days, including the day that you are traveling with the Airport connecting bus service.
• *Although the reservation will be made between "Shinjuku and Hakuba-happo", it is possible to get off at Hakuba-goyu or Hakuba-cho. Please let us know when you purchase the ticket at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal.

Please note that you need to buy one way ticket to get a discount.

Reserve Seats to Hakuba

• *The tickets are non-refundable, after using a part of the service.
• *Please note that inquiries about flight information and reservation cannot be handled at Bus Information Desk.
• *Please allow enough time for travelling, as Airport Limousine and expressway bus may be delayed according to road conditions.

 Ski Resorts list

 Sanosaka Snow Resort
A family-friendly resort with the scenery of both forest and lake. About 80% of all the runs are beginner to intermediate. Sanosaka also has one of the best competitive mogul courses in the country.
Website
Number of Trails - 15 / Longest Run - 2,100m / Number of Lifts - 5

 Hakuba Goryu Ski Resort
Goryu offers a wide variety of trails, the largest night skiing area in the Hakuba Valley. It is one of the most popular ski resort for winter sports enthusiasts, especially snowboarders. You can also access Hakuba 47 from the top of the mountain and enjoy both resorts with the popular dual mountain pass.
Website
Number of Trails - 15 / Longest Run - 5,000m / Number of Lifts - 13(including 1 gondola)

 Hakuba 47 Winter Sports Park
Hakuba 47 is one of the most popular resorts in the Hakuba Valley. Their extensive terrain park includes a halfpipe and all levels of jumps. You can access Goryu Snow Resort from the top of the mountain and enjoy both areas with a dual pass.
Website
Number of Trails - 8 / Longest Run - 6,400m / Number of Lifts - 6(including 1 gondola)

 Hakuba Happo-one Snow Resort
Happo-One host several disciplines of the 1998 Winter Olympics. They offer amazing powder snow and a variety of terrain for both beginners and seasoned veteran.
Website
Number of Trails - 11 / Longest Run - 5,000m / Number of Lifts - 22(including 1 gondola)

 Hakuba Norikura Ski Resort
Great location with magnificent view of the northern most Northern Alps. This resort is suitable for families as well as both beginners and experienced ones. They boast natural powder snow and a variety of winter sports facilities, including Scoot riding, telemark skiing and snowshoeing.
Website
Number of Trails - 18 / Longest Run - 2,500m / Number of Lifts - 10

 Hakuba Cortina Ski Resort
Offering not only the greatest amount of snowfall in the Hakuba Valley, but also attractive restaurants and hot springs. It is a perfect ski resort to enjoy all day long.
Website
Number of Trails - 17 / Longest Run - 3,500m / Number of Lifts - 8

Summer in Hakuba Valley

Picture by www.hakubavalley.jp

Hakuba Valley is famous not only for its winter destination, but also for summer destination. After the ski season ends, Hakuba Valley still attracts the hikers and climbers who love to enjoy the spectacular view of Northern Japan Alps.

Website

 Recommended Summer Activities

About Daio Wasabi Farm (Hodaka, Azumino-shi)

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The largest wasabi farm in Shinshu Azumino, which has clear streams and water wheals, is perfect to fully enjoy yourself in nature. It is also fun to stroll and eat gourmets with wasabi, such as wasabi flavor beer, croquettes and soft serve.
 Opening Hours (every day of the year)
 From March to October : 9:00 a.m. to 5:20 p.m.
 From November to February : 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
 * Opening hours change according to the season.
Admission fees : free of charge
Address : 3640 Hotaka, Azumino-shi, Nagano

From Azumino Hotaka to the Daio Wasabi Farm
1. Approx. 10 minutes by taxi.
2. There is a bicycle rental within a minute walk from the bus stop.
We highly recommend you to rent a bicycle and enjoy the nature of Azumino.
[Company name] Shinano-an
[Address] 5951-2 Hotaka, Azumino-shi, Nagano
[Opening hours] 8:00 a.m. - Sunset
Service available from Mid-Mar. to Mid-Dec.