2025 Minamiuonuma District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Green Car Trip 🚄✨ The other day, I went on a ski trip from Tokyo to Naeba 🎿❄️. Since I had the chance, I used the green car on the Joetsu Shinkansen both on the way there and back (Echigo Yuzawa Station)! 🚄💚 🚄 Going: Relax in a spacious seat Boarded from Tokyo Station early in the morning. The moment I stepped into the green car, I was impressed by how spacious it was 😲✨. The seats were spacious, and I had plenty of room to stretch my legs 🦵💺. The reclining was smooth, and it was so comfortable that I felt like I was wrapped in a fluffy seat 🥰. The view from the train window was also amazing, and I was excited to see the Kanto cityscape gradually change into a snowy landscape 🎿❄️💖. I was able to rest well in a comfortable space, so I was full of energy from the moment I arrived at Echigo Yuzawa! 🚆✨ ⛷️ A comfortable journey home even after skiing The next day, after enjoying skiing to the fullest on the slopes, the Green Car is heaven on earth😌💺✨. The moment I sat down on the soft seat, my mind and body were relaxed🍵. It was quieter and more calming than the regular car, so I was able to relax and enjoy the afterglow🌙. The wide seats make it easy to place your luggage🎒. The Green Car is a luxurious space where you can spend time comfortably before and after skiing. I would definitely like to use it for my Shinkansen trips in the future! 🚄💚✨ #Transportation related information #Joetsu Shinkansen #Echigo Yuzawa #Skiing

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Snow falls with cold at Gala Ski Resort, Japan in early February 2025. #japantrip #galayuzawa

A place where you MUST to go once when you go to Japan

Share your experience of visiting a ski resort in Japan 🇯🇵 The ski resort we went to is called Gala Yusawa. It is a popular place for tourists because it is easy to travel. You can visit it with just the Tokyo Wide Pass because the route covers Nanita Prefecture. For those who intend to ski, the price here is quite reasonable and not too expensive. For those who do not ski, you can buy a gondola ticket to the highest viewpoint. I must say that the view is very beautiful. The place is called Bell of Love. It feels like you are in Switzerland when you are up there. As for the weather, it is very cold. I recommend dressing thickly and wearing a jacket because the temperature here is quite cold. The item that you cannot miss is gloves and they must be snow gloves. For those who are afraid of being hungry or thirsty, this place sells a variety of food and drinks. The food is delicious. I ordered a very large fried chicken curry rice that was enough to fill me up by myself. There is water, snacks, and ice cream. There is everything. There is also equipment for rent. There is also a Thai interpreter if you can't speak Japanese. There is also a ski school where you can buy a course and learn. The teacher is a Thai-speaking teacher. As for opening and closing times, it is recommended to come early in the morning at 7 am, leave Tokyo Station, and return around 3-4 pm because the last train leaves around 7 pm. If you miss the last train, it will be difficult to find a place to sleep. And for those who come in the winter, it starts to get dark around 4-5 pm. P.S. We went in February 68. It was very cold and it snowed. It was so cool. ><

I'm glad it's close to the station! You don't need a car to get there, so that's a relief! The popular event "Spring Snow Festival" will be held from April 26th (Saturday) to May 6th (Tuesday holiday)! Try it out during Golden Week! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌷~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Yuzawa Kogen Ropeway 📍 490 Yuzawa, Yuzawa-machi, Minami-Uonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture ⏰　8:40-16:40 Varies depending on the season 🚃 8 minutes walk from Echigo Yuzawa Station ☑︎ Enjoy the spectacular view! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌷~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ※This information is current, so please check it out before you go! Date of photo: 2024/10 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌷~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Niigata #EchigoYuzawa #Ropeway #Amazingview #0yentrip

Traveling from Tokyo to GALA Yuzawa, a famous ski resort in Niigata Prefecture, is very convenient and popular, especially during winter, as you can take the Shinkansen directly. ⸻ How to get there: 1. By Shinkansen (fastest and most recommended) Route: • Take the Joetsu Shinkansen (上越新幹線) from Tokyo Station. • Get off at GALA Yuzawa Station. The journey takes about 75–90 minutes, depending on the type of train (such as Tanigawa or Max Tanigawa). Highlights: • GALA Yuzawa Station is right next to the ski slopes! • Ski equipment rental, lifts, and a ski school are available at the station. ⸻ 2. Fares (Approximate update): • One way: ~7,000 yen (including seat reservation fee) • JR Pass compatible (suitable for international tourists who purchase a nationwide JR Pass) ⸻ 3. Direct service period to GALA Yuzawa: • GALA Yuzawa Station is only open during the ski season (around mid-December to early April) • Off-season, if there is no direct transportation, get off at Echigo-Yuzawa Station and take a shuttle bus or taxi ⸻

GALA YUZAWA The view is soooooo beautiful. It's totally worth going. #TravelJapan #TravelJapanByYourself

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📍NAEBA ski resort 🚩Directions: Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Echigo 🏖️ Must-see attractions: Take the cable car up to the viewpoint on Mt. Naeba 🚇How to get there: Exit Echigo Station and take the bus to Naeba. The bus stops at the hotel. 📷Photo spot: The view from above 🍜Recommended food: Pizza in the hotel 🏠Recommended accommodation: Very good price accommodation, complete activities, suitable for all ages

Echigo-Yuzawa in winter is like a snowy fairyland from a storybook! The mountains are covered in white snow, hot spring steam rises, and the ski slopes are filled with laughter. Every corner is full of winter charm. From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen for less than 75 minutes to reach this famous snow country town in Japan, and embark on a thrilling and heartwarming winter journey! 🎿 Ski Carnival! Echigo-Yuzawa's Ski Resorts Await Your Challenge! Speaking of winter in Echigo-Yuzawa, skiing is definitely the highlight! This is one of the earliest areas in Japan to open ski resorts. With heavy snowfall and soft snow quality, it's perfect for ski lovers. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned skier, you'll find the perfect slopes here! 🏂 1. Beginner-Friendly Ski Resorts—Easy to Learn, Enjoy the Fun! If it's your first time skiing, don't worry! Echigo-Yuzawa has many ski resorts suitable for beginners, offering professional ski instructors and super-gentle practice slopes. Even if you're a complete novice, you can quickly get started and enjoy the fun of skiing! 📍 Recommended Experiences: ✅ One-on-one instruction with professional coaches to quickly master skiing skills! ✅ Sled & snowboard experiences, so even children can enjoy playing in the snow! ⛷ 2. A Paradise for Experienced Skiers—High-Speed Skiing, Challenge the Limits! For those who already have skiing experience, the advanced slopes here will not disappoint! Alpine skiing, tree skiing, powder snow trails—it has it all. Some ski resorts also offer night skiing, allowing you to experience the speed and passion of skiing under the starry sky! 📍 Recommended Experiences: ✅ Challenge steep slopes and experience super-high-speed skiing! ✅ Powder snow paradise, enjoy the soft and loose natural snow! ✅ Night skiing, speed through the lights, super romantic! ♨ Hot Spring Tour! Bathing and Snow Viewing, the Ultimate Healing Experience! After skiing or playing in the snow, there's nothing more enjoyable than soaking in a hot spring! Echigo-Yuzawa is a famous hot spring town, and the hot spring water here is rich in minerals, which can relieve fatigue and nourish the skin. The most dreamy experience is to watch the snowflakes fall while soaking in an open-air hot spring, feeling the thrill of ice and fire! 🏮 Recommended Hot Spring Experiences: Day Trip Hot Spring: "Snow Country Pavilion," where you can enjoy the snow view while bathing! Open-Air Hot Spring: Stay in a hot spring hotel and soak in the outdoor hot spring pool under the stars, super romantic! 🚄 Transportation Guide: How to Easily Reach Echigo-Yuzawa? 🚅 From Tokyo Take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo Station → Echigo-Yuzawa Station, the fastest direct route takes 75 minutes! You can rent ski equipment and buy hot spring tickets directly inside the station, very convenient! 🚗 Self-Drive Tour About a 2.5-hour drive from Tokyo, suitable for families or friends traveling together! Note: Snow accumulation is heavy in winter, so be sure to use snow tires or carry snow chains.

If you are looking for a place to visit in the snow near Tokyo, GALA Yuzawa is the perfect choice! Take the Shinkansen directly from Tokyo and you will arrive at the ski slopes in just 75 minutes. 🏔️✨ ✨ Highlights of this place: ✔️ Take the Shinkansen to GALA Yuzawa Station 🚄 ✔️ Gondola ride to the ski slopes 🚡 ✔️ The view of the pure white snow is beautiful ❄️ ✔️ Skiing, snowboarding, or just walking is also great. ⛷️🏂 If you want to experience the snow to the fullest, don't miss it! 🌨️❄️ 📍 Location: GALA Yuzawa 📌 Tag your friends and plan your next trip! #GalaYuzawa #TravelJapan #Shinkansen #SkiJapan #SnowTrip

Family trip for SKI Experience Of My KID It was totally nice trip for family during Dec 2024. We spent 4 nights here in Nigata Prefecture for snow falling & Ski. My son registered for his first ski session and after 2 hours of training he can do it nicely. End of Feb, I will bring him again for his 2nd session.

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck Today, AG would like to take everyone to explore Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort in Japan. This is another popular ski resort that is closest to Tokyo. In winter, when the snow covers the area and makes it a ski resort, people flock to play activities and ski here. The top of Gala Ski Resort is a viewpoint with a long mountain range and a love bell at that point. Some people like clear skies because they can go up and take pictures with the beautiful snow-covered mountain range. But for AG, my body really needs snow. And on the day we went, the snow poured down to the max. We were excited from the moment we got off the Shinkansen. We quickly bought a ski lift ticket to the top. While riding the ski lift, the snow hit our faces the whole time. It was extremely cold, but we fought hard. When we went to the top, we found thick, fluffy snow for us to lie down and jump on. It was so much fun. This is another place that I highly recommend for all ages and all families. If you come to Tokyo, don't forget to stop by.

Did you know that there is a hot spring inside Echigo Yuzawa Station? You can enjoy a sake bath where the hot spring water is mixed with our own bath sake! It is said that it has a smooth skin effect! Towels are available for rental. All kinds of amenities are available, so you can come empty-handed. Large lockers are also available, so you can take a bath on the way back from your trip. There is only one bath that is not very large. The temperature is not very high, so it is easy to take a leisurely bath. It was very nice to have the aroma of sake wafting when you entered the hot spring! ◆Price Adults: 950 yen Elementary school students: 400 yen Preschool children: Free ◆Opening hours 10:30-18:30 (last admission 18:00) #0 yen travel autumn

I would like to go once. The photos are not as beautiful as what you see. Especially when sitting on the cable car, it is more beautiful than words can describe. It fills my life with energy. I am tired from working and saving money all year. It is worth spending money to travel. It fills my life and gives me more experience. I will have the strength and energy to come back to work. It is worth it. I recommend it. The journey is not difficult... It is worth the view that you will experience.

📍Gala Yuzawa Gala Yuzawa is located in Yuzawa City. 🚆Take the Shinkansen to Gala Yuzawa. Before departing, I recommend preparing food to eat on the train so you won't get bored while enjoying the view. ✨Since we're going to play in the snow, the recommended clothes are all waterproof. You can buy a set for playing in the snow, but we used a raincoat to wear over the set instead. We also brought snow gloves to make it more fun. ✨When you arrive, go straight to the counter. Don't be afraid that it will be difficult because there are Thai staff to help you. All the signs here are in Thai. I feel more at ease, lol. ✨After that, change into clothes suitable for playing in the snow and put other belongings in the locker so they won't get in the way. ✨When you're ready, we take the cable car to go up to the snow field! Along the way, you'll see a wide view. The higher you go, the more snow you'll see. But because there's a lot of fog, you can't see much. ✨Most people come here to ski. But we don't know how to play, so let's go play sledge with the kids instead, lol. ✨If you're hungry while you're up there, don't worry. There are many restaurants selling a variety of food. You can choose to eat as you please. After you've recharged, you can continue playing. #TravelJapan

Must go once in your life with Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort Great atmosphere, easy to travel, just a few hours from Tokyo Take the express train, very convenient. If you don't ski, you can go in and take beautiful pictures with the snow. This place is not in Thai either. The weather is good all year round. The food is delicious. Easy to travel, but check the time carefully because there are quite a lot of people. #Japan is another city that you must not miss.

Yuzawa, Niigata 🐥 A ramen shop near Naeba Ski Resort 🍜 A rare shop that is open even during the off-season! The hearth in the center of the shop is impressive! ︎ I'm happy to receive a complimentary radish cooked softly in a pot 😌 Miso ramen topped with corn and butter! ︎ It was a delicious ramen that was rich but easy to eat 😋 They also had gyoza, although it wasn't on the menu 🥟 📍Wakakiya Shokudo 69-1 Mikuni, Yuzawa-cho, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture 949-6212 ☎︎ 025-789-2041 Closed on irregular days Opening hours 11:00-14:00 #Domestic travel #Niigata #Gourmet #Winter trip #Gourmet trip #Recommended list #besttrip2023

Yuzawa, Niigata ⛄️ A shop stocking local specialties and sake! ‼︎ There's a foot bath area inside the store, and you can enjoy your purchased sake while soaking in it for an additional ¥100 per bottle. ♨︎ Since I was there, I decided to buy some sake and some snacks and enjoy the foot bath! ︎ I tried two varieties of "Echigo no Soro" sake using sake cups I bought in the store. 🍶 Delicious, refreshing, and easy to drink. 😋 The foot bath's slightly hot water warmed my feet from the inside out. 😌 It was such a comfortable resting spot, I loved it. 💫 There was also a restaurant in the back of the store! This is sure to become a staple spot when I visit Yuzawa. ♪♪ Highly recommended! ︎ 📍Mitsumata Roadside Station Postal Code: 949-6211 1000 Mitsumata, Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture ☎︎ 0257-88-9410 Closed: Tuesdays Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM #DomesticTravel #Niigata #WinterTravel #HotSprings #Gourmet #GourmetTrip #RecommendedForDates #RecommendedList #besttrip2023

Autumn colors of Yuzawa Plateau In addition to being famous for its white snow and skiing in winter, the autumn scenery of Yuzawa Plateau is also very beautiful. The mountains are covered with plants of various colors, and the fresh and refreshing air makes people feel relaxed and comfortable.

Access: Joetsu Shinkansen Tourist attractions: Many Hotel: Yuzawa Grand Hotel Dining & Restaurants: Many Shopping: Noguchi