Recommended Length: 2 Days
Nikko is a premier winter destination in the Kanto region, and it's not only famous for snow-covered temples. Try skiing, snow trekking and ice skating in this action-packed itinerary.
Winter Sports for Beginners and Experts Alike
Day 1
Kinugawa-Onsen Station
By bus
40 minutes by courtesy shuttle bus
Edelweiss Ski Resort
Skiing and Snowboarding
In winter, the city of Nikko is covered in powdery snow, providing the perfect environment for skiing and snowboarding. Lessons are available for beginners, including children.
Edelweiss Ski Resort: 40 minutes by complimentary shuttle bus from Kinugawa-Onsen Station.
Nikko Yumoto-Onsen Ski Slope: 70 minutes from Nikko Station or Tobu-Nikko Station by buses bound for Yumoto Onsen to the Kohan-mae bus stop, then a 10-minute walk.
Nikko Astoria Hotel: 70 minutes from Nikko Station by buses bound for Yumoto Onsen to Kotoku Onsen bus stop, then a 5-minute walk.
Hunter Mountain: 40-minute drive from Kinugawa-Onsen Station.
Winter Activities
By bus
40 minutes by courtesy shuttle bus to Kinugawa-Onsen Station
Accommodation
Kinugawa Onsen
Kinugawa Onsen is actually made up of two hot springs—Taki Onsen on the west bank of the Kinugawa River, and Fujiwara Onsen on the east. It’s known for its relaxing properties and it attracts many travelers each year. Currently Kinugawa Onsen has over 80 hotels and ryokans, ranging from traditional Japanese style to modern Western style.
HOT SPRING
End of Day 1
Day 2
Kinugawa Onsen
By bus
90 minutes by buses bound for Meotobuchi Onsen to the last stop
Activity
Snowshoe Tour
Explore Nikko’s winter landscape with a guided snowshoe tour. Kid-friendly tours are also available.
Winter Activities
By bus
90 minutes by buses bound for Kinugawa Onsen to the last stop.