The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
Shirakabaresort IKENOTAIRA HOTEL
The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
Shirakabaresort IKENOTAIRA HOTEL
The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
Shirakabaresort IKENOTAIRA HOTEL
The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
Shirakabaresort IKENOTAIRA HOTEL
The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
Shirakabaresort IKENOTAIRA HOTEL
The Best Ski-in/Ski-out Hotel in NAGANO
に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 Thankyou to Take and his hospitality at 8 Peaks Resort. This relatively new resort opened up to international guests approximately 2 years ago having been a hidden gem to locals for decades. It boasts 80% sunny days and for the 4 days of skiing, we had blue skies each day. Admittedly we were there between their major snowfall (mid January and mid February) so didn't have a thick snow base. Apparently 2025 was good. We came from Tokyo to Sacudaria station by shinkansen (75 min) and then a hotel bus to the hotel (approx 1hr). We stayed at Ikenotaira Hotel which serves as a base and you have the choice of 6 ski resorts to ski/board at. There is shuttle bus to some of them. The runs are suited for beginner and intermediate level. Our room was well appointed and the hotel had all the amenities including onsite indoor & outdoor onsen (men only, women only) and also a combined onsen for men and women (bathers provided). We enjoyed this after skiing every day. The hotel also has an amusement area for the children and there is access to an indoor pool. There is a gym just outside the hotel which hotel guests get a discounted rate. There is also the one and only Lawson kombini a short walk away. Breakfast and dinner buffet was included in our package and there was an extensive variety (no Western food choices). There was snow crab legs each night. Unlimited non-alcoholic drinks and soft serve ice cream. The hotel was 80% full at the time we went and meal times were staggered so there was never long queuing for tables or for the food. I must mention Take (pronounced Ta-kay) who met us on arrival and sorted all our ski hire out and our all-mountain ski passes. He was a wonderful host and his English is excellent and communicated via Whatsapp to answer any of our questions. He gave us tips about which resorts to visit and dishes to eat for lunch. Having worked there 9 years, everyone knew him and he knew everyone. We grew very attached after just our first meeting. Overall we had a wonderful time at 8 Peaks resort and highly recommend it for families or those new to skiing/boarding. Maybe not for powder hunters. Their intention is to see more international guests come so alot of effort has been put in to making it more attractive. Take's role is to make sure international guests are well looked after. He did not fall short on this. Thankyou again :)に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 8 Peaks Resort is fantastic and highly recommended for families! It’s incredibly easy to get to, and Take is a top-level tour guide who made the whole experience seamless. There are six mountains all within a short bus ride or about a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Five of the six offer terrain suitable for all ability levels, while one mountain is dedicated purely to beginners – perfect for kids and first-timers. Every mountain also has great on-mountain restaurants with excellent food at very reasonable prices. Getting there couldn’t be easier – just a 1-1.5-hour bullet train from Tokyo followed by a quick 30–45 minute bus ride to the hotel. It’s easily one of the most accessible and enjoyable skiing destinations in Japan. We’ll definitely be back!に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 I had a really great experience at 8 Peaks Ski Resort, especially since I’m a complete beginner at skiing. I was honestly a little nervous at first, but the resort made everything feel easy and welcoming. The slopes were beginner-friendly, so I never felt overwhelmed or pressured. The accommodations were another big plus. Everything was clean, comfortable, and super convenient, which made it really nice to come back and relax after a long day on the slopes. It felt cozy and well taken care of. The best part of the experience, though, were the ski instructors and manager Take and Charlie. They were incredibly nice, patient, and supportive. They explained things clearly, didn’t rush me, and actually made learning fun. As a beginner, having instructors like that made a huge difference in my confidence. Overall, 8 Peaks was an awesome place to learn how to ski. It turned what could’ve been a stressful first experience into something I genuinely enjoyed, and I’d definitely recommend it to other beginners.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 Had an amazing experience here. Our instructor Charlie was great at teaching and made everything feel easy and fun. We learned how to ski way faster than we expected because of him, and he kept the lessons light and enjoyable the whole time. Also excellent service from Take, Kutomi, and Yuta. They were super helpful whenever we had issues with our skis, kept checking up on us, and Take even took great photos for us, which we really appreciated. Every concern was handled right away. Will definitely come back to try all the slopes we didn’t get to this time.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 Excellent service of Take, Kutomi and Yuta. Every concern was addressed immediately. Best ski area of you want an authentic Japanse ski vacation. We were here on a Japanese holiday week but crowd was manageable. 15 min lines for the lifts. Night and day compared to the known overcrowded Japanese ski resorts that tourists flock to. Will definitely come back again to enjoy all the slopes we missed.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 Having stayed at a few ski in ski out resorts in Europe and America, i can comfortably say that the service at 8 Peaks is unlike anything I have experienced in the past. Take and Yuta went out of their way to shuttle us around to different slopes at our request, and made sure we had all the gear we needed. There are over 8 different mountains to ski nearby, and some of the most incredible scenery I have seen. We were a large group, but the organisation of 8 peaks made it feel like nothing was too difficult to ask for. Would highly recommend this to anyone looking to ski in Japan.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 Another great skiing experience in Japan. Our first time to 8 Peaks which I understand has only just been opened up to "outsiders". A great hidden gem. Take and Yuta went out of their way to make us feel welcome and to assist us in making our stay a great one. Great to be able to ski 4 different ski areas in 4 days, all in relatively close proximity. Accommodation was more than satisfactory, great service and hospitality. Thoroughly recommended, especially if you want to experience a local setting, away from the hustle, bustle and hassle of those bigger "touristy" resort areas.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 5-Star Ski Resort Experience – Absolutely Unforgettable! From the moment we arrived at 8-Peaks, we were blown away by the level of service, hospitality, and world-class skiing. This resort is an absolute dream for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort manager, Take Watanabe, went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. From the warm welcome at check-in to the personalized recommendations for dining and activities, every detail was handled with care. Take even arranged for our lift passes and ski rentals in advance, making our first day on the slopes seamless. The ski terrain was fantastic, with perfectly groomed runs and breathtaking mountain views. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced skier, there are trails for everyone. The high-speed lifts and gondolas made getting around the mountain a breeze, and we never had to wait long in line - if at all! Our room at Ikenotaira Hotel was spacious, elegantly designed, and offered stunning views of the snow-covered peaks & frozen lake. After a long day of skiing, the resort’s onsen was pure magic – soaking in the natural hot springs while surrounded by snow was a highlight of the trip! 8 Peaks is a 5-star ski experience. We are so thankful to Take for making our visit absolutely unforgettable. We can’t wait to return next season! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 We have just returned from a fantastic week at 8 Peaks. The snow, the weather, the 6 ski fields, the hotel (Ikenotaira), the views, the team (esp Take and Hiro), the ski school, the food, the value...pretty hard to fault anything really. It was a perfect week for the family and we are all dead keen to return. Can't recommend the place highly enough.に投稿されましたTrustindex は、レビューの元のソースが Google であることを確認します。 The experience at 8 Peaks Resort exceeded expectations for our first ski trip to Japan. The inclusive package book through Pitt Travel Sydney included accommodation, lift passes, breakfast, dinner and shuttle bus transfers to and from the nearest JR station made it easy, giving us more time to enjoy the ski resorts and beautiful surroundings of Shirakaba Lake. Our accommodation at the lake front lodging house called Little Grebe was fabulous, newly renovated, our bedroom was spacious for four people and spoilt with amazing views of frozen Shirakaba Lake. The lodge is short walk (approximately 600m) from the village Centre where the Ikenotaria Hotel, Lawson, amusement centre, public pool and bowling alley are located – great for afternoon walk. The breakfast and dinners offerings were delicious with generous portions. Over 5 nights we had 3 x 5 course French dinners and 2 authentic Japanese dinners. The owners of Little Grebe were super lovely and very accommodating. We found out on our last day that the son is the town’s former ski cross champion, Godai Fukui – that was pretty cool. 8 Peaks Resort made it easy to book snow gear hire, that was arranged prior to arrival and online booking for private snowboard lessons. Our snowboard lesson was at the Shirakaba2in1 Ski Resort, Jarrod Cameron was great, the kids really liked him. The staff at 8 Peaks were amazing, Yuta and Take, they went out of their way to arrange shuttle times each day for specific ski resorts. We only got to visit 2 out of the 8 ski resorts with the Pilatus Tatshina being my favourite because of the ropeway up to 2,531m. The view of the alpine highlands was spectacular. My son also had an snowboarding accident which needed treatment at the local hospital, 8 Peaks Resort staff was extremely accommodating in assisting us with hospital logistics. I cannot thank them enough for their assistance. I would highly recommend 8 Peaks Resort, the staff are amazing, accommodations centrally located around the gorgeous Shirakaba Lake, family friendly and close proximity to 8 different ski resorts, you are spoilt for choices.
