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

฿2,471
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour
Nagano Private Two Day Tour

Nagano Private Two Day Tour

฿30,580
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

฿25,123
per adult
Private Snow Monkey Tour - Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee
Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo

Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo

฿25,741
per traveller
Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo
Full-Day Private Nagano Tour: Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, Jigokudani Monkey Park

Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen

฿19,707
per adult
Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen
Obuse: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery

Obuse: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery

฿5,200
per adult
Obuse: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery
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Top hotels in Shiga Highlands

Kumanoyu Hotel

Kumanoyu Hotel

3 out of 5
Hirao7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is ฿5,597 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
฿5,597
฿6,220 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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
Hotel Takimoto

Hotel Takimoto

3 out of 5
7149 Hirao Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is ฿3,398 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿3,398
฿3,801 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 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
Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

3 out of 5
Hiratoko, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is ฿3,170 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,170
฿3,615 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

3 out of 5
7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is ฿3,237 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿3,237
฿3,624 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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! (10 reviews)
"Spa is good."

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen
HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

3 out of 5
Makuiwa Onsen, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
The price is ฿4,586 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿4,586
฿5,108 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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
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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