Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route

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The Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route is a representative sightseeing route in Nagano Prefecture, offering breathtaking natural beauty and stunning scenery.

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Overview

The Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route is a sightseeing route in Nagano Prefecture that traverses high altitudes over 1,500 meters, offering magnificent natural beauty and stunning scenery. In spring, the melting snow gives way to vibrant new greenery covering the mountains, creating a landscape brimming with life. Summer brings a profusion of alpine flowers, adding splashes of color to the landscape. Autumn paints the mountains in fiery reds and yellows, creating a breathtaking display of foliage. Winter blankets the area in snow, transforming it into a winter wonderland perfect for skiing and snowboarding. The Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route is perfect for various activities, including driving, hiking, cycling, and skiing. Surrounded by magnificent nature and beautiful scenery, it's the ultimate route for relaxation and rejuvenation. Be sure to visit!

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Basic Information

Address
Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route, Heion, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakaigun, Nagano Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Nagano
Access
Car: Approx. 30 minutes from Shin'etsu Expressway, Shin'shu-Nakano IC. Train: Take the Nagano Electric Railway Nagano Line from JR Nagano Station to Yudanaka Station. Then, take a bus for approx. 50 minutes. Show route
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Recommended nearby attractions

Shiga Kogen Giant Ski Resort

Shiga Kogen Giant Ski Resort
distance 1.417km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • sports
Enjoy expansive, pleasantly graded intermediate slopes. Excellent grooming allows for high-speed runs!

Shiga Kogen Nishi-Tateyama Ski Resort

Shiga Kogen Nishi-Tateyama Ski Resort
distance 1.717km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • sports
Located in the central part of Shiga Kogen, this ski resort boasts diverse courses, making it perfect for intermediate and advanced skiers.

Tanohara Marsh

Tanohara Marsh
distance 1.54km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Scenic Views
A tranquil marsh where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll, surrounded by the beautiful interplay of birch trees and ferns, and soothed by alpine plants.

Shiga-Kusatsu Road (Gunma Prefecture Side)

Shiga-Kusatsu Road (Gunma Prefecture Side)
distance 9.95km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Scenic Views
Drive along a national highway with the highest elevation in Japan! Enjoy the majestic nature and breathtaking views.

Shiga Kogen Resort Central Area Ski Resort

Shiga Kogen Resort Central Area Ski Resort
distance 2.813km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • sports
A vast ski resort in Shiga Kogen offering breathtaking views and diverse terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Sasagamine Ranch

Sasagamine Ranch
distance 38.498km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Scenic Views
A healing highland ranch where you can enjoy breathtaking scenery and the relaxing sight of cows grazing peacefully. A popular tourist spot enjoyable year-round, offering a cool escape in summer and bustling ski slopes in winter.

Yamada Ranch

Yamada Ranch
distance 5.768km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Historic Sites
  • Scenic Views
  • sports
  • Amusement Parks
  • Factory Tours
Yamada Ranch: a vast highland surrounded by stunning nature, offering seasonal scenery. Enjoy the peaceful sight of grazing cows and the majestic views of the Northern Alps.

Mount Tanigawa Ropeway

Mount Tanigawa Ropeway
distance 44.677km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Scenic Views
  • sports
Enjoy the stunning views of Mount Tanigawa with ease via this ropeway. A breathtaking 360-degree panorama awaits you at the summit.

Shiga Kogen Yakeyama Ski Resort

Shiga Kogen Yakeyama Ski Resort
distance 4.995km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • sports
A ski resort boasting diverse courses suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers, and the exceptional gliding quality of Platinum Snow.

Kamataike Pond

Kamataike Pond
distance 48.464km from Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route
  • Scenic Views
Kamataike is a serene pond surrounded by a beech forest. The reflection of the autumn leaves on the water's surface is breathtakingly beautiful, captivating many photographers.

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