Naeba Ski Resort Guide

Naeba Ski Resort, located in Yuzawa Town, Niigata Prefecture, known as Japan’s "Snow Country," is one of the most popular ski destinations in the Kanto region. While Yuzawa Town is home to other notable ski resorts such as GALA Yuzawa, Yuzawa Kogen, Kagura, and Iwappara, none compare to the size and facilities of Naeba Ski Resort, which boasts the luxurious Naeba Prince Hotel. From Tokyo Station, take the Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa Station for about 80 minutes. From there, transfer to a bus to Kasugano Ski Resort for a total of about 140 minutes. Compared to other ski resorts, transportation takes a bit longer, so consider staying for a few days to fully experience the area.

Naeba Ski Resort Overview

Ski resort connects with hotel, it is very convenient for travellers.

Naeba Ski Resort covers an impressive area of 196 hectares with 24 ski slopes, catering to all skill levels. The longest slope spans 4,000 meters, and the steepest has a gradient of 34 degrees. Whether you are skiing as a family or seeking more challenging runs, Naeba has something for everyone. One of the highlights is the Dragondola, Japan's longest gondola, which connects Naeba with the nearby Kagura Ski Resort, offering a seamless skiing experience between the two locations.

Naeba Prince Hotel Amenities

Naeba Prince Hotel is the perfect accommodation for ski enthusiasts with its "ski-in, ski-out" access. The hotel boasts 1,216 rooms, located just steps away from the slopes, making it extremely convenient for guests. The hotel also offers rental services for both ski and snowboard equipment, with complete gear sets available from Brand Viking or Salomon Station. Full gear rental (either ski or snowboard) costs 5,500 yen per day, and full ski clothing (jacket and pants) costs 4,000 yen per day. Additionally, a one-day lift ticket is priced at 8,000 yen. For an extra touch of romance, the resort offers night skiing with more than 10 fireworks shows during the season, creating a magical atmosphere in the snowy landscape.

Naeba Ski Resort offers night skiing section. The resort offers night skiing with more than 10 fireworks shows during the season, creating a magical atmosphere in the snowy landscape.

Dining at Naeba Prince Hotel

Naeba Prince Hotel offers a wide variety of dining options, with over ten restaurants on-site. From Italian cuisine at "Naeba de Napoli" to Japanese dishes at "Hiroshin Beikoku," as well as teppanyaki, yakiniku at "NAEBA1961.com," izakaya at " 酒菜処 たくみ庵 ," ramen at " 拉麺酒房 鶏の陣 ," and sushi at " 鮨みながわ ," you'll never run out of options. A standout recommendation is "Sushi 鮨みながわ ,” located on the second floor of the 4th building. The omakase menu features exquisite dishes such as octopus, tuna sashimi, and scallops, with hand-pressed sushi including squid, sea bream, tiger prawn, and more. The sea bream is wrapped in kelp for added flavour, and the tuna is aged for a richer taste. Another must-visit is "Whistler Cafe," situated near the resort’s No. 2 gondola. Surrounded by snow, this cozy cafe offers a Canadian-inspired menu with cheese fondue, steaks, and fries, perfect for warming up after a day on the slopes.

The scenery of Naeba Ski Resort.

How to Get to Naeba Ski Resort

The closest station to Naeba Ski Resort is Echigo-Yuzawa Station. From Tokyo Station, take the Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa Station, which takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs 6,790 yen. From there, a shuttle bus runs to Naeba Prince Hotel approximately every hour, making it easy to reach the resort.

From Echigo-Yuzawa Station ,a shuttle bus runs to Naeba Prince Hotel. Naeba Ski Resort

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Naeba Prince Hotel Address: Mikuni 202, Yuzawa Town, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata Prefecture, Japan Phone: +81-(0)25-789-2211

Website: https://www.princehotels.com/naeba/