Hakuba Village, Nagano, Japan
If you're looking for the ultimate skiing and snowboarding destination in Japan, look no further than Hakuba.
Known as the winter sports capital of Japan, Hakuba was even the site of several events during the 1998 Nagano Olympics, including the men's and women's Downhill, Super Giant Slalom races, the Ski Jump, and the Nordic Combined Events.
With a collection of amazing snow resorts located along a 30 kilometre stretch of the Japanese Alps, it's no wonder that Hakuba is the most popular winter sports region in Honshu Japan. The resorts in the area include Kashimayari, Sanosaka, Goryu, Iimori, Hakuba 47, Happo-one, Iwatake, Tsugaike, Norikura and Cortina, all of which offer a wide range of skiing and snowboarding experiences.
So, whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, Hakuba is the perfect destination for your next winter sports adventure in Japan. Book your trip today and experience the best that Japanese skiing and snowboarding has to offer!
A Few Quick Stats:
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Located 4 hours from Tokyo by train or bus.
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Over 200 trails in the valley.
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Average snowfall of about 14 meters per season.
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The season runs from early December to the end of April.
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Hakuba has a wide variety of Japanese restaurants and onsens.
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