[About Rental Ski, Snowboard, and Wear Sizes]
A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 14 day(s) before the departure date
For groups of 4 or more, a jumbo taxi will be used to accommodate ski equipment.
When loading your skis, snowboards, and rental items (skis, snowboards, boots) into the taxi, please ensure they are in their cases. We ask for your cooperation to ensure safety inside the vehicle. Please do not board while wearing ski boots; store them in a boot case as luggage. Please change into your ski boots at the changing room after arriving at the ski resort. You may board while wearing snowboard boots.
Upon arrival at the ski resort, please use the paid coin lockers as your luggage and cases cannot be stored in the taxi. For your return trip, please cooperate by ensuring your skis, snowboards, and rental items are inside their cases when boarding.
The itinerary times listed on this page are estimates; arrival times may vary depending on road conditions on the day.
We cannot be held responsible for taxi fares, accommodation costs, or other expenses if your return is significantly delayed due to road conditions and you are unable to use public transportation such as trains.
The taxi driver will not provide guided tours.
No tour leader will accompany you.
Smoking is prohibited inside the taxi.
The meeting time at the local ski resort is 10 minutes before the departure time.
Taxi company: Chuo Taxi
Decisions regarding tour cancellation due to lack of snow will be made by the day before the departure date.
For lift passes, children are defined as junior high school students and under. Preschoolers are free (a JPY 200 issuance fee for the lift pass is required on-site).
All photos are for illustrative purposes only.
Shiga Kogen Ski Resort is widely recognized as one of the largest and most extensive ski areas in Japan, featuring a vast network of interconnected ski resorts that offer endless terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels to explore.
Shiga Kogen Ski Resort and select high-elevation resorts in Japan usually open for the winter season in late November or early December, depending on natural snowfall and snowmaking capabilities, making them popular choices for early-season skiing.
Travelers can easily reach Shiga Kogen Ski Resort from Nagano Station, which is about a 90-minute drive away. For ultimate convenience and comfort, visitors can utilize private chartered taxi services departing directly from Nagano Station or nearby hotels to travel straight to the ski resort.
Visitors can choose from three distinct plans for their trip to Shiga Kogen Ski Resort, including a dedicated transfer plan, a snow play plan, and a lift ticket plan, all designed to provide a comfortable and customized experience using chartered taxi transportation.
January and February are generally considered the best months to visit Shiga Kogen Ski Resort for optimal snow conditions, as these winter months consistently deliver abundant powder snow and fully operational ski runs.
The Travel HUB Nagano City ski support base is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Nagano Station, serving as an accessible hub for travelers preparing for their journey to Shiga Kogen Ski Resort.
Private transfers between Nagano Station and Shiga Kogen Ski Resort utilize comfortable Alphard taxi vehicles, ensuring a private, smooth, and relaxing ride directly to the slopes.
Travelers can book their chartered taxi transfer service to Shiga Kogen Ski Resort through KKday to enjoy private transportation, eliminating the hassle of navigating public transit with bulky ski gear and ensuring a comfortable, direct journey from Nagano Station.