The town of Hakuba in northern Nagano Prefecture is no stranger to global attention. A winter sports mecca, it hosted the alpine and Nordic skiing competitions at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics.

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Located at the altitude of 1,830 meters on Mt. Kitayatsugatake in Shinshu, this ski resort is surrounded by Japan’s largest white birch forests. The draws are the eight courses, various attractions ...

The shape of its summit looks differently depending on the angle and looks like a ""horse saddle"", as the mountain name describes, when viewing from the Nomugi ski resort. You can see panoramic views ...

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There is also a snow-sure glacier for all abilities. Beginners will find wide, gentle nursery slopes beside the village and a good choice of ski schools while intermediates enjoy fast cruising on high ...

Tokyo is a mega city that can be overwhelming so choosing where to stay in Tokyo can make a big difference to your visit.