Travel Osaka Nozawa Onsen The “best way” from Osaka to Nozawa Onsen depends a little on your priorities (speed, comfort, budget), but here’s a clear breakdown: 🚄 Fastest & Easiest (Train + Bus combo) Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Osaka → Nagoya or Tokyo → Iiyama Station (Nagano Pref.) Best route is usually: Osaka (Shin-Osaka Station) → Tokyo Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen (~2 hrs 30 mins). Tokyo Station → Iiyama Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen (~1 hr 40 mins). Shuttle/Bus From Iiyama Station, take the Nozawa Onsen Liner Bus (~25–30 minutes, ¥600). ✅ Total time: ~5.5–6 hrs✅ Cost: Around ¥17,000 one-way✅ Pros: Fastest, smoothest, comfortable❌ Cons: More expensive 🚌 Budget Option (Highway Bus) – Travel Osaka Nozawa Onsen Direct overnight or […]
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Beer Brewery Nozawa Japan
Beer Brewery Nozawa Japan 🍺 A Hot Summer Means Cold Beer in Japan 🍺 Nozawa Onsen is now home to not just one—but two local breweries! Long-time favourite Libushi has been brewing with Nozawa’s pure mountain water for nearly 10 years, and their craft beers have become a staple in the village. Now, there’s a new player in town: Introducing Yama Nama Beer — freshly launched and available on tap at th e Yama Bar, located right next to Oyu Onsen in the heart of Nozawa. But that’s not all — they also have their own outdoor onsen just steps from the taphouse! It’s the perfect way to spend a relaxing summer afternoon: Soaking in a hot spring […]
Culture Nozawa Onsen Japan
Culture Nozawa Onsen Japan The Rich Culture of Nozawa Onsen: A Traditional Japanese Village Experience The Culture of Nozawa Onsen Nozawa Onsen is a mountain village in Nagano Prefecture, known for skiing and hot springs. But it’s also a place rich in tradition and local life. ; Culture Nozawa Onsen Japan A Living Hot Springs Tradition ♨️ Onsen Life ♨️ The village has 13 public bathhouses called soto-yu. These are free and open to everyone. Locals use them daily, making them part of everyday life. Bathers wash before entering and relax in silence. The baths bring people together and connect them with nature. The Spirit of Winter and the Dosojin Fire Festival 🔥- Culture Nozawa Onsen Japan Nozawa Onsen’s […]
Favourite Resturants Nozawa Onsen
Favourite Resturants Nozawa Onsen Favorite Restaurants in Nozawa Onsen: A Foodie’s Guide ; Nozawa Holidays Nozawa Onsen isn’t just famous for its world-class skiing and relaxing hot springs — it’s also a delightful destination for food lovers. Whether you’re craving fresh sushi, traditional Japanese noodles, or international flavors with a local twist, the village offers a variety of eateries to satisfy every appetite. Here are some of the top favorite restaurants to check out during your visit: 🍣 Hamacho Sushi A beloved local sushi spot, Hamacho Sushi serves up fresh, high-quality sushi and sashimi in a warm and inviting atmosphere. It’s popular with both locals and visitors, thanks to its friendly service and excellent selection of seasonal fish. If you want […]
Fun Things Iiyama Nozawa
Fun Things Iiyama Nozawa Top Fun Activities to Enjoy in Iiyama, Nagano ❄️ Winter Wonderland at Nozawa Mountain Resort Nozawa Mountain Resort is a family-friendly ski area perfect for all ages. With gentle beginner slopes and excellent ski schools, kids and adults alike can learn to ski or snowboard with ease. The resort also offers childcare services, making it convenient for families to enjoy the slopes. ; Nozawa Holidays ✨ Magical Kamakura Snow Festival – Fun Things Iiyama Nozawa Every winter from late January to February, Kamakura Village lights up with enchanting candle-lit igloos and snow sculptures. Families can experience dining inside cozy snow huts and enjoy the festive atmosphere, making it a truly memorable winter event. 🧸 Explore the […]
Kids Activities Nozawa Onsen
Kids Activities Nozawa Onsen 5 Fun Things for Kids to Do in Nozawa Onsen Nozawa Onsen isn’t just a haven for powder hounds—it’s also a fantastic destination for families with kids. From snow-filled adventures to cultural strolls through the village, there’s plenty to keep the little ones smiling year-round. Here are five fun and family-friendly activities for kids in Nozawa Onsen. 1. Naski Kids Park Perfectly designed for young children, Naski Kids Park in the Hikage area is a winter wonderland made for play. Kids can enjoy tubing, sledding, and bouncing around on inflatable structures—all in a safe, enclosed area. A gentle magic carpet lift helps them get back up the hill with ease. Access is simple via the “Yu […]
Golden Week Nozawa Onsen
Golden Week Nozawa Onsen Golden Week Nozawa Onsen 🌸 Beautiful spring in Nozawa 🌸 Golden Week Nozawa Onsen As the final week of the ski season is here, spring is in full swing at the bottom of the mountain with cherry blossoms and flowers lining the windy roads of town. On the slopes the sun is shining as locals and tourists get in their final laps for the season in the spring slush, the resort heading to close on May 6. Golden Week will be a fun time to be in Nozawa with skiing, cycling, hiking and Onsens all on the menu. We still have some good availability so book your stay here; https://www.nozawaholidays.com/availability/ TODAY: 🌡️ Temperature at Nagasaka top: […]
Still Snow April Japan
Still Snow April Japan Still Snow April Japan 5cm of fresh snow overnight for Nozawa It’s April and we are still seeing dustings of snow across the top of the resort. Crazy stuff when the Cherry blossoms are in full bloom in Tokyo. Mind you it is still pretty chilly there too. Looking at the web cams and the trees up top are doing the frosty frozen broccoli thing. https://nozawa-onsen.com/nozawa-webcams/ This little top up and the sub zero temps should make for some good skiing across the top of the mountain. The resort is only open down to Paradise anyway so you need to download on the Gondola. Guessing the resort is saving things for the weekend when there […]
Spring Lifts Open Japan
Spring Lifts Open Japan Spring Lifts Open Japan Spring where art thou? Pulled back the curtains yesterday morning and was almost disappointed to see light snow falling on my door step 🙂 Felt Mother Nature was playing an April Fool trick on me. Really wanting to feel some of the suns warmth on my face this time of year. Went skiing on the last day of March and it was like a winters day up there. Fresh snow and cold temps making for some great skiing conditions. All these photos from Monday but where is the spring slush? The season that keeps on giving continues to give. The forecast is for more light snow up top today and tomorrow then […]