Had an awesome ski coach who dealt with our 6 year old, very shy, beginner, completely solo and was AMAZING with her! (Thanks Ali!) Helpful staff at the resort and local rental. A lovely few days to be had! Only negative was a large number of local school classes, while an amazing experience for them and mostly non-intrusive, it had an impact when 3 classes were on the slope together. There's also some bad sign posting for the elevator, which directs you down some stairs, caught many out! It's beautiful though, will take your breath away in more ways than one! (views and...
Read moreI have been to Yuzawa Kogen Ropeway before; this time was the second time around.
I've learnt that here is a seasonal attraction. It is very pretty and lively during autumn when I last visited. This time, we went during spring and it was not pretty and there was nothing to see. Of course, the advantage is having the huge cable car to ourselves. The panoramic view at the top was of course relaxing and beautiful. But the seasonal flowers weren't there.
Would recommend to consider visiting here during peak season (autumn...
Read moreWe went at the end of october and the leaves already turned yellow/red, it was beautiful! Perfect for a weekend getaway staying in a ryokan and walking through the woderful alpine routes (they are 3 levels). You can buy the tickets for the ropeway also directly in the ryokan you will stay (it's cheaper). The air is incredibly pure and fresh over there and the...
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