There are several ways to reach 8 Peaks Resort, but the most recommended option is our direct bus from Haneda Airport. This convenient service runs from Terminal 3 at Haneda straight to Ikenotaira Hotel, located at the heart of the resort. It’s the perfect choice for travellers with lots of luggage or families with children—no need to worry about complicated train transfers.
You can also take the Shinkansen to Sakudaira Station, where a shuttle bus to the resort is available. Travel time from Haneda can be as short as three hours. If you depart Australia the night before and land in the morning, you could be hitting the slopes by the afternoon!
There are two types of direct transfer services available from Haneda Airport to 8 Peaks.
The first option operates on fixed dates. If your travel date matches one of these scheduled services, you can enjoy a more affordable fare: ¥15,000 per adult and ¥10,500 per child (12 and under). The bus departs from Haneda Airport Terminal 3 at exactly 9:00 AM. Including rest stops along the way, the journey takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, depending on road conditions.
| Special-Rate Transfers on Selected Dates | |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Sun, 21 Dec 25 |
| 2026 | Mon, 12 Jan 26 Sun, 18 Jan 26 Sun, 25 Jan 26 Sun, 1 Feb 26 Sun, 8 Feb 26 Sun, 15 Feb 26 |
The second option is available on request for dates outside the fixed schedule. In this case, the fare is ¥24,000 per adult and ¥16,800 per child (12 and under). Please contact us to arrange your preferred date and departure time.
For both types of direct transfer services, the vehicle size will vary depending on the number of passengers, ranging from a minivan to a large coach.
| Special-Rate Transfers on Selected Dates | Custom Transfers on Request | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | ¥15,000 | ¥24,000 |
| Child (12 and under) | ¥10,500 | ¥16,800 |
| from Haneda Airport | to 8 Peaks resort |
|---|---|
| 9:00 dpt. | approx 12:30 arr. |
Haneda airport T3 1F Bus stop for group travelers | 8 Peaks Resort (Lake side plaza) |
THE GATEWAY of NAGANO.
Start your journey at 8 Peaks by carving turns on sunny, well-groomed runs with great snow conditions. Then head to the deep powder of Hakuba or Nozawa, or jump on a bullet train to explore the sights of Tokyo or Kyoto. 8 Peaks isn’t just a ski resort—it’s your gateway to the ultimate Japanese winter adventure.
by Bullet Train
| Tokyo | 1.2 hours |
| Nagoya | 3 hours |
| Nagano | 0.3 hour |
| Kanazawa | 1.5 hours |
| Kyoto | 4 hours |
| Osaka | 4 hours |
Shuttle bus between 8 Peaks and Sakudaira sta.
Access from Tokyo Station is excellent—you can reach Sakudaira Station by bullet train in as little as 70 minutes. From there, you can catch the shuttle bus to 8 Peaks Resort.
The shuttle between Sakudaira Station and 8 Peaks Resort (Ikenotaira Hotel) is free of charge for guests staying at any accommodation registered with 8 Peaks Resort, not just Ikenotaira Hotel.
For details on how to board the shuttle bus from Sakudaira Station, please refer to this guide.
If the shuttle time doesn’t suit your schedule, don’t worry—taxis and rental car services are available at Sakudaira Station, giving you plenty of options to reach 8 Peaks.
For more information on access by Shinkansen, please refer to this page.
Shuttle bus between 8 Peaks and Chino sta.
There’s also a convenient way to access 8 Peaks from the heart of Tokyo—Shinjuku.
If you’re visiting Japan and enjoying your time in Tokyo, or if you’d like to explore Shinjuku after a ski or snowboard trip at 8 Peaks, this route is a great option.
Take the Limited Express “Azusa” from JR Shinjuku Station to JR Chino Station. From there, a free shuttle bus will take you directly to Ikenotaira Hotel, the central hub of 8 Peaks.
Guests staying at any accommodation registered with 8 Peaks Resort (not just Ikenotaira Hotel) can use the shuttle between Chino Station and 8 Peaks free of charge.
It’s a scenic journey from the city to the highland resort—watch the landscape transform as you head into the mountains.
For more information on access from Shinjuku, please refer to this page.
by Car
| for Tokyo | Tokyo International Airport | 3 hours |
| Shinjuku (Tokyo, met) | 2.5 hours | |
| for Nagoya | Chubu Centrair International Airport | 3.5 hours |
| Nagoya City | 3 hours | |
| in Nagano | Nagano City | 1.5 hours |
| Hakuba Vill | 2.5 hours |
