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ski buying guide 2010

ski buying guide 2010

Winter in Japan can be very cold, but also can be incredible for the ardent skier. When we talk about skiing in Japan, the first thing comes to the mind is in Nagano. After all, it will host the Winter Olympics of 1998 and 2005 Special Olympics World Winter.

The Nagano Prefecture is located in the Chubu region in Japan's main island of Honshu. The capital of the prefecture of Nagano, Nagano City. Senior central highlands, known as the Roof of Japan, Mount Fuji and eight of the twelve highest peaks in Japan, are in this prefecture.

At the foot of the northern Alps, (Matsumoto Area), located in Hakuba Village. Hakuba hosted several events of the Winter Olympics of 1998. The village has 7 Resorts fantastic with a range of different terrain for all levels, from beginners to experts. And it is only one hours drive from Nagano IC

Other recommended ski resorts in the northern Alps are:

1. Shiga Kogen Heights (Yamanouchi Town), with an altitude between 1500 and 2300 meters - that the largest destination ski Japan

2. Madara Highlands Ski Resort Ilyama From the city, situated at the foot of the mountain Madara

3. Nozawa Onsen

The highlands of Kurumayama Snow Resort in Suwa area (Chino City) is the place to ski if you want to enjoy a superb panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Japanese Alps. It also has a very good snow season because of his size - early December to early April.

All ski resorts are accessible by road and rail. There is also an airport in Matsumoto. Remember to consult with local guides before leaving for the last update time, that roads may be affected by snow and ice.

Visit us at GuidesToJapan.com for even more delightful and tempting details about skiing in Japan, as well as the best hotels in Tokyo. Be sure to bookmark us for all the details on our upcoming Japan Travel Tips Newsletter!

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