One snow country.
Four distinct trips.
Begin with Iiyama, stay in a hot-spring village, climb to a highland resort or cross into Myoko. Each area has its own story and transport plan.
A Hokuriku Shinkansen stop and a practical gateway to northern Nagano. It works as both a destination and a base for Nozawa Onsen, Madarao and nearby mountain areas.
Open area guide →02Nagano Prefecture / Hot-spring villageNozawa OnsenAREA GUIDEA compact hot-spring village where walking is part of the experience. The right transport depends on your accommodation, luggage, timetable and confidence on winter roads.
Open area guide →03Nagano–Niigata border / Mountain resortMadaraoAREA GUIDEA highland resort reached by a mountain road from Iiyama. Public transport, hotel transfers and driving each work for different luggage, timing and resort plans.
Open area guide →04Niigata Prefecture / Cross-prefecture snow tripMyokoAREA GUIDEA broad destination rather than one arrival point. Start with the exact hotel or facility address, then choose rail, transfer or driving for that specific location.
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