Shiga Highlands Travel Guide

Yamanouchi

A mountainous landscape with lush green valleys and distant mountain ranges under a partly cloudy sky.
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A mountainous landscape with a building on a hillside.
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A snowy landscape with bare trees and a clear blue sky.
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A pond with lily pads and water plants, surrounded by trees and buildings in the background.
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A lush green valley with a lake surrounded by dense forest and hills.
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Stay near popular Shiga Highlands attractions

A snow-covered ski resort with a clock tower, ski lifts, and buildings.
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Maruike Ski Area

7.6/10 (10 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Yamanouchi with a visit to Maruike Ski Area. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Snow Monkey Park Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

Rp1.345.715
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour
Kusatsu: Hot Spring Culture Walk at Yubatake & Sainokawara

Kusatsu: Hot Spring Culture Walk at Yubatake & Sainokawara

Rp2.355.001
per adult
Kusatsu: Hot Spring Culture Walk at Yubatake & Sainokawara
Nagano Obuse Hokusai Tour at Museum and Patron Residence

Nagano: Obuse Hokusai Tour with Museum & Patron’s Residence

Rp2.865.251
per adult
Nagano: Obuse Hokusai Tour with Museum & Patron’s Residence
Nagano Private Two Day Tour

Nagano Private Two Day Tour

Rp16.653.221
per adult
Nagano Private Two Day Tour
Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee

Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee

Rp13.681.434
per adult
Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee
Full Day Snow Monkey Park Tour to-and-from Nagano Station

Full Day Snow Monkey Park Tour to-and-from Nagano Station

Rp12.896.434
per traveller
Full Day Snow Monkey Park Tour to-and-from Nagano Station
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Top hotels in Shiga Highlands

HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

3 out of 5
Makuiwa Onsen, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
The price is Rp1.898.075 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp1.898.075
Rp2.121.462 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani ...
HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley
Hotel Takimoto

Hotel Takimoto

3 out of 5
7149 Hirao Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is Rp1.244.435 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.244.435
Rp1.402.458 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
"Water stains in the curtains and lamp, old stains carpets and a balcony that looks like it’s going to crumble. If you haven’t pre-ordered dinner, they won’t let you order on the spot and there aren’t any restaurant options nearby. Definitely do not stay here in the summer and even if you’re coming ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hotel Takimoto
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

3 out of 5
7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is Rp1.722.623 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.722.623
Rp1.928.464 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Spa is good."

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen
Kumanoyu Hotel

Kumanoyu Hotel

3 out of 5
Hirao7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is Rp2.848.834 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
Rp2.848.834
Rp3.167.296 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey ...
8.2/10 Very good! (30 reviews)
"I liked how traditional and authentic it is. We stayed in jan26 and the staff are amazing Totally recommend"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kumanoyu Hotel
Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

3 out of 5
Hiratoko, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is Rp1.916.926 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
Rp1.916.926
Rp2.179.838 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Stay at this ryokan in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park are ...
Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen
Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel

Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel

3 out of 5
Yakebitai-yama, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey ...
7.8/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"Great location and ski in ski out. Small but comfortable room for family of 4, Onsen is a blessing! It’s a little tired, super busy hotel. Outrageously priced buffet dinner, go elsewhere. Free shuttle makes that easy, but make sure you book all offsite options."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

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