It takes about 70 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo Station to Echigo-Yuzawa Station, and then about 7 minutes by free shuttle bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station. This is a great value package that includes a lift ticket, ski wear, and skis.
From the thrill of skiing to the relaxation afterward, we'll introduce you to the unique charms of Kandatsu Snow Resort.
The park features a well-balanced course layout with 5 beginner, 5 intermediate, and 6 advanced courses. From "Subaru," offering panoramic views from an altitude of 1,000m, to the 2,900m long run "Milky Way," you can choose a course that suits your skill level. In addition, there are three parks to enjoy, suitable for beginners, intermediate, and advanced riders.
"Kami no Yu & Sauna" inside GROUND BASE is equipped with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and open-air bath. You can soothe your body right there after skiing, and bathers can also use the free relaxation space.
"GROUND BASE" is a highly functional facility that brings together spacious and clean changing rooms, a large nap room, six restaurants offering a variety of cuisines including ramen, hamburgers, and crepes, shops, and even a hot spring, all in one building. You can take care of everything from changing clothes to eating and bathing just by moving around within the building.
After arriving at Echigo-Yuzawa Station, which is about 70 minutes from Tokyo Station by Shinkansen, it's just a 7-minute ride on a free shuttle bus. Even on a day trip, you can minimize travel time and have plenty of time to ski.
🎿 For those who want to know more about the course layout and points for beginners: Kandatsu Snow Resort is a well-balanced ski resort with 16 courses and a total area of 130 hectares. The number of courses, recommendations by skill level, and access methods are explained in detail in the Kandatsu Snow Resort Courses, Access, and Beginner Information page.
For those who are undecided between our booking site and others, let us introduce you to the peace of mind that only our own website can offer.
You don't need to book Shinkansen seats, lift tickets, and ski/snowboard & wear rentals separately. You can secure everything with a single reservation. Shinkansen tickets can be issued at the station, so there's no need to go to a travel agency counter.
Since this tour is planned and arranged by a Japanese travel agency within the T-LIFE Group, you can receive Japanese-language support from the travel agency in case of any problems on the day of the tour.
If your plans change after making a reservation, simply log in to your My Page and click the cancel button to complete the process. The procedure is very straightforward.
This is a day trip package that includes round-trip reserved seats on the Shinkansen, a lift ticket, skis or snowboard, and rental of ski wear.
This great value package includes reserved seats on the Shinkansen bullet train, a lift ticket for Kandatsu Snow Resort, and equipment rental. It boasts excellent access, being just a 7-minute free shuttle bus ride from Echigo-Yuzawa Station.
This great value package includes reserved seats on the Shinkansen bullet train, a lift ticket for Kandatsu Snow Resort, and rental equipment. With a total course area of 130 hectares, there are various courses for skiers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
Day trip
rental included, so you can come empty-handed. This plan includes round-trip reserved seats on the JR Shinkansen (standard class), a 1-day lift ticket for Kandatsu Snow Resort, and rental of ski or snowboard equipment, including ski wear (top and bottom). Since skis, boots, and clothing are included, you can enjoy a day trip to ski or snowboard without bringing anything. Information on using the "Kami no Yu & Sauna" facilities will be provided on-site. Please see the course description article for course information.
Here's an example of a day trip skiing that's easy for even first-timers to imagine.