Mt.Naeba / Kagura Niigata
A must visit place for powder fans!
The biggest draw of Kagura is great powder snow due to its high altitude. The ski area also has easy access to the backcountry area that attracts expert riders from all over the world. Stay at Wada Goya, a mountain hut on the ski hill, and enjoy the pure first track in the morning.
2024-2025 Season
Kagura and Mitsumata Area: November 23, 2024, to May 18, 2025
Tashiro Area: December 21, 2024, to May 6, 2025
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Accommodation
You can stay in a mountain hut, Wada Goya, in the heart of the Mt. Naeba area (1,380m above sea level). Enjoy hearty meals and a hot bath. First track in the morning is a real treat for powder fans. It accommodates 25 guests in the dormitory style.
Wada Goya
Business period：Dec.21, 2024-May 5, 2025
Available accommodation dates during season:
Saturdays and the following dates: Dec. 29 to Jan. 3, Feb. 23, Apr. 27 to May 5
Rates: 1 night with breakfast and dinner: Adult ¥15,000 / Child ¥12,000
Check-in: Guests must check-in at the Kagura Ski Resort office by 2:00 P.M. in order to make the last lift up the mountain to Wada Goya.
Amenities: Toilet, Hot Bath (please bring your own toiletries i.e. soap, shampoo), Shop, Lockers, Vending Machine.
* This is a Japanese-style room, with no private rooms available.
* Availability of lift ticket discount depends on the arrival time.
* First Tracks
Since Wada Goya Mountain Hut is located in the middle of Kagura Ski Resort, guests can be at the hut first to ski the tracks in the morning before other skiers have the chance to make it up the mountain.
- Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance by calling.
- TEL: 81-(0)25-788-9221
Dining
Around the resort
There are many restaurants in Naeba and the Yuzawa Onsen area. 20-30 min drive to both areas.
Hot Springs
There are several drop-in onsens nearby.
Kaido-no Yu
You can enjoy an outdoor hot spring built from stone. Near Mitsumata Station.
Shukuba-no Yu
There are indoor hot spring baths, saunas, and a wide rest space. Near Tashiro Station.
Yuzawa Onsen Area
A Traditional hot spring area near Echigo Yuzawa Station. You can enjoy shopping and gourmet experience as well as hot springs.
Shopping
Kagura Powder Station
Ski shop covers various kinds of gear related to powder ski. Fat skis rental is available. Near Mitsumata Station.
Souvenir Shop
Good selection of popular local products such as Japanese sake and Koshihikari rice. Two shops at Tashiro Station and Mitsumata Station.
Sightseeing
Yuzawa Onsen
A Traditional hot spring area near Echigo Yuzawa Station. You can enjoy shopping and gourmet experience, and hot springs.
Access
By Public Transportation
To Kagura Ski Resort (Mitsumata Station)
To Kagura Ski Resort (Tashiro Station)
By Car or Taxi
To Kagura Ski Resort (Mitsumata Station)
To Kagura Ski Resort (Tashiro Station)
From Airport
To Kagura Ski Resort (Mitsumata Station)
To Kagura Ski Resort (Tashiro Station)
