Home to more than eighty ski resorts such as Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Hakuba, and many more, as well as featuring some of the country’s best powder and terrain – all within easy access of Tokyo and its airports – we consider Nagano to be Japan’s best ski and snowboard destination. Perfect as a day trip from Tokyo, or just to enhance an already amazing Japan vacation, we're here to offer a stress free all-inclusive day ski and snowboard package featuring everything you need to enjoy your day. From transport to the ski resort, rental equipment, lift passes, and even optional lessons, this package is perfect for those who wish to try skiing or snowboarding for the first time, or experienced riders who want to challenge Japan's slopes themselves without the hassle of carrying all of their equipment!
Group tour operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours.
Options
Join in day tour - Ski or Snowboard
The Highlight
- Experience the slopes at one of Nagano's famous ski resorts, hand picked by our staff each day to ensure the best skiing conditions
- Enjoy your day stress free, as all aspects of your day of skiing are organized for you by us right from Nagano Station
- Optional: Get the most out of your time by including a two-hour lesson aimed toward first-timer and beginner skiers or snowboarders!
- Extend this tour into a multiple day experience by inquiring about packaging a Nagano hotel stay with your tour
The Experience
The tour begins at Nagano Station at 07:40 where one of our staff members will meet you and once all guests have arrived, we will make a short walk to our equipment house next to the station together to pick out your ski or snowboard equipment and other gear. From necessities like skis, snowboards, poles, boots, helmets, and bindings, as well as ski/snowboard jackets and pants, goggles, and gloves, you will be fully equipped to best enjoy the full day on the slopes! Once you are ready, head right outside to our private vehicle, load your equipment, and take a seat to enjoy the sights of the Nagano countryside rolling by toward the ski resort chosen by our staff, whether it be at Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Hakuba, or another one of Nagano Prefecture's greats!
Once we have reached the ski resort, we will unload your equipment at a central lift, distribute and activate your lift passes, and provide any assistance or information necessary for you to enjoy your one day ski! Our staff member will point out the entrances to the various lifts, as well as different possible places to have lunch. Those experienced skiers that booked the package for easy access to the slopes can head out from here and enjoy exploring the various runs to their heart's content. From here, those who are taking the lesson geared toward beginners will make their way to the ski school to check-in for their lesson!
For those who wish to add on a beginner lesson for one or more of their party members, the lesson will start from 10:00 with one of our ski and snowboard school partners. Adding this option will truly make the most of your time at the slopes, as our licensed instructors will give you all the help you need to make sure you have an enjoyable and memorable experience! This option is now available for both skiing and snowboarding. Once the lesson ends at 12:00, you will have a sense of confidence in your skills to explore some areas on your own until free time ends at 15:45 and you prepare to return to Nagano.
Due to the nature of this tour, guests will be able to use their time at the slopes however they wish. Our staff member will be able to assist you at any time through contact info given to you on the tour date. Lunch will be handled by each individual guest, as there will be restaurants near the lifts that can be used to take a break when hungry and ready to recharge. While enjoying your day of skiing or snowboarding, be sure to keep track of the time so that you can make it to the prescribed meeting point to pack up your equipment at 15:45 for departure back toward Nagano at 16:00!
You can expect to arrive back at our rental house to return your equipment after a satisfying day of skiing at 17:15. Once all of your equipment is neatly returned, you can feel free to depart toward the Nagano Station and your next destination.
Itinerary
- 07:40Meet up inside Nagano Station and heading to our ski equipment storehouse.
- 07:45Outfit yourself to your comfort level to best enjoy the full day on the slopes
- 08:15Depart from our storehouse near Nagano Station toward the day's chosen ski resort. Enjoy the sights of the Nagano countryside rolling by out your window!
- 10:00 ~ 10:30: Arrive at the chosen ski resort. Our staff member will distribute and activate your lift passes, and help you unload equipment from the bus, and point out any necessary information. Those who booked lessons will move with the our staff member to the reception office for the ski school. Those who did not book lessons can go to the slopes as they wish.
- The two hour lesson geared toward first timers and beginners starts from here! The lesson is expected to end at 12:00, and from there those new learners can begin to explore on their own until 15:45.
- 15:45Regroup at the meeting point to make your way toward the bus to load up your equipment for the return journey.
- 16:00Depart back for Nagano Station from the chosen ski resort.
- 17:15Arrive back at the equipment storehouse to return your rental equipment.
- 17:30Projected end time for the tour. Once equipment is returned, and you have checked out with our staff member, you may proceed toward your next destination as you wish.
Price Details
Add-on Items
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- Please note that skiing is a high-risk activity that have inherent risks and dangers that may result in physical injury, property damage, or even death. By choosing to participate, individuals acknowledge and accept these risks, and agree to assume full responsibility for their safety and well-being throughout the duration of the tour.
- Please note that all timings in the tour are subject to change, as the distance between destinations varies by which ski resort is chosen for that day. We will do our best to conform to the posted schedule, but depending on the circumstances, some times may need to be changed.
- Please note that this tour involves a lot of physical activity and may not be suitable for all people depending on their condition. Should you have any concerns about your ability to join the tour, please contact us to discuss prior to booking.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for mobility-impaired travelers. Should you have any concerns about your ability to join the tour, please contact us to discuss prior to booking.
- Booking cut-off time is two days before the pick up time on the day. Due to availability of lessons, we cannot guarantee last minute bookings with a lesson slot. If a lesson was ordered as part of a last minute package and is unavailable, we will be able to refund the amount spent for the lesson.
- Please be sure that the measurements that you put into the booking form are accurate. There may be a possibility that we do not have enough of a specific size of rental equipment at our own equipment storehouse. If this is the case, we can move to accommodate your needs at an external venue at the chosen ski resort for the date.
As we do not have specialized ski or snowboard equipment Infants (0-5), as well as the suggested age among our ski school partners is for children starting from six years old, we cannot accommodate those who wish to have their infants ski on this tour. They may join the tour free of charge, but there is a chance that they will not receive a seat on the bus and would need to sit on the lap of a guardian. They will not receive any equipment, lift passes, or lessons as we cannot accommodate those of such a young age with those inclusions.
This tour is scheduled to conclude at Nagano Station by 17:30. However, due to weather and road conditions in winter we cannot guarantee the end time. We ask that you do not book any service earlier than the 17:56 Kagayaki (reservation only) or our recommendation of the 18:23 Hakutaka. For guests booking onward tickets to other destinations we also recommend doing so for times of 18:00 or later.
- This tour does not include lunch, but there will be free time to explore the different lunch options that are pointed out by our staff member on the day of the tour.
Important Booking Information
Tour Availability Disclaimer All activities and experiences are subject to availability. While some options may appear bookable online, this does not guarantee they can be carried out as scheduled. Many experiences require confirmation with partner venues and may vary by date or conditions. If any part of your itinerary needs adjustment or an activity is unavailable, we will contact you promptly to offer suitable alternatives.
Tour Information Organizer (Planning & Operation) Machinovate Inc. (Brand: Snow Monkey Resorts) License No: Nagano Prefecture Governor Registration No. 2-562 Address: 2159 Kurita, Nagano City, Nagano, 380-0921 Japan
Agent (Sales) H.I.S. Co., Ltd. License No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Minimum number of participants: 2
Emergency Contact (Day of Tour) For immediate assistance on the day of your tour, please contact the local operator, Machinovate Inc., directly: Tel: (+81) 26-219-6272
Contact (Sales Office) Address: Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Central Park Bldg. 11F 6-13-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023 JAPAN Tel:+81-70-1735-1547(10:00-18:00, Weekdays only) Tour Operations Manager: Kyota Kasai (Responsible for transactions regarding this travel contract)
Terms and Conditions Please ensure you read and understand the following documents before booking: Travel Terms and Conditions (Organizer)
