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A world of enjoyment awaits in a mountainous highland playground Joshin’etsukogen Joshin’etsukogen National Park is a vast park comprising mountains and highlands, including Mt. Tanigawa, Mt. Naeba, 09 Mt. Kusatsu-Shirane, Mt. Azumaya, and Mt. Asama. The park is home to many famous peaks that are numbered National Park amongst the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains guide, including Mt. Tanigawa, with its towering rock slopes, and Mt. Asama and Mt. Kusatsu-Shirane, which are both volcanoes, thus forming a diverse mountainous landscape. In addition, the park boasts numerous volcanos and abundant onsen hot springs, and is dotted with well-established hot spring areas, such as Shima Onsen, Kusatsu Onsen, Manza Onsesn, Kazawa Onsen, Yamada Onsen, Hoshi Onsen, Tanigawa Onsen, and Yudanakashibu Onsen, which have been frequented by numerous famous writers and artists over their long histories. Cool highlands cover the sides and foothills of the mountains, and Shiga Kogen, is home to many beautiful lakes, marshes, and wetlands. Furthermore, these areas have been a pilgrimage route for mountain worship practitioners since ancient times, with pilgrims climbing Mt. Naeba, Mt. Tanigawa, and other mountains for the purpose of worship. The park offers sites for mountain-climbing and skiing in its mountainous regions, summer resort areas in its highlands, and abundant onsen hot springs, making this park one you can explore all year round however you please. ■Access Niigata Prefecture Echigo-Yuzawa Echigo- Yuzawa Station Station Mt. Naeba Trailhead (Wadagoya) Tanigawadake Nagano Ropeway Station Jomo- Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal Kogen Shiga Kogen Hasuike Jomo-Kogen Station Station Manza Bus Terminal Nagano Station Gunma Nagano Prefecture Takasaki Naganohara- Station Prefecture Tokyo Station Kusatsuguchi Station Mt. Asama (Mt. Maekake) Trailhead (Tenguonsen Asamasanso) Takasaki Station Shiga Kogen, Karuizawa Station Yamanouchi Town, Sakudaira Station Nagano Prefecture National park area Major road Expressway JR Shinkansen Private railway Access route Approx. 55 min by Hokuriku Takasaki Approx. 85 min on Naganohara- Approx. 30 min Kusatsu Onsen Shinkansen and Joetsu Shinkansen the JR Joetsu Line Kusatsuguchi by JR Bus Kanto Station Station Bus Terminal Approx. 80 min Nagano Approx. 60 min Shiga Kogen 7 by Hokuriku Shinkansen by Nagaden Bus Station Hasuike Approx. 70 min Jomo-Kogen Approx. 50 min Tanigawadake 2 3 by Joetsu Shinkansen Station by Kanetsu Kotsu bus Ropeway Tokyo Station Approx. 80 min Echigo-Yuzawa Approx. 40 min Mt. Naeba Trailhead by Joetsu Shinkansen Station by taxi (Wadagoya) Approx. 85 min Sakudaira Approx. 40 min Mt. Asama Trailhead by JR bus by Hokuriku Shinkansen Station (Tenguonsen Asamasanso) Approx. 75 min Karuizawa Approx. 105 min Manza Bus 5 by Hokuriku Shinkansen by Seibu Kanko Bus Station Terminal Access routes are given as examples. Times indicated for each route section are approximate only. For more details, please visit the counters or websites of the transportation providers. ■Information counter 1 4 6 8 Please contact each provider directly. 1Mt.Tanigawa Minakami Town Gunma Prefecture and Yuzawa Town Niigata Prefecture 2Mt.Kasagatake, Takayama Village, Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture 3Mt. Iwasuge, Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture 4Mt. Asama, Karuizawa Town, Miyota Town, Komoro City, Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture / Naganohara Town, Tsumagoi Village, Gunma Prefecture 5Onumaike Pond, Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture 127 6Mt.Naeba Yuzawa Town and Tsunan Town Niigata Prefecture and Sakae Village Nagano Prefecture 7Mt. Kusatsu-Shirane, Tsumagoi Village, Kusatsu Town, Gunma Prefecture 8Mt. Torikabuto, Sakae Village, Nagano Prefecture 128 アクティブ アクティブ 言語 個人向け 団体向け アクティブ 伝 統・文 化 食べる 買う EN EN 言語対応可 春限定 夏限定 秋限定 冬限定 FIT GROUP 初心者向け 経験者向け 対応可 （言語対応には事前の連絡が必要） Park08-Contents01-03 Park08-Contents04 Mashu Akan- ‒Recommended Activities‒ Daisetsuzan Joshin'etsukogen National Park A trekking tour of Shiga Kogen that visits Shibuike Pond, Shijuhachiike Marshland, and Onumaike Pond Toya Shikotsu- Activity Activity Explore areas of Shiga Kogen that are usually off-limits due to heavy snowfall on 01 Take a lift to the peak of Mt. Maeyama and admire the view of Mt. Yokote and Kumanoyu. 04 this guide-accompanied tour. Hachimantai Towada- Shiga Kogen Guide Association Snowshoeing in Shiga Kogen: a relaxing course with breathtaking views FIT EN FIT EN Fukko Sanriku After taking a lift to the peak of Mt. Maeyama and admiring the view Shiga Kogen, in the heart of Joshin'etsukogen of Mt. Yokote and Kumanoyu, the tour will head to Shibuike Pond National Park, is surrounded by mountains rising which is known for its fl oating mass of water grass. The approx. 10 more than 2,000 meters and is a paradise for wild animals. It is a rare treat to walk through these km long trekking tour will take you to see Shiga Kogen’s other famous Asahi Bandai- old-growth forests of northern Japanese hemlock, sightseeing spots, including the Shijuhachiike Marshland where alpine Maries’ fir, and rime-covered trees. Don't be plants prosper, Onumaike Pond which is a wonderful cobalt-blue surprised if you cross paths with the Japanese spring that lies in a specially protected area of Shiga Kogen within serow as you snowshoe! Nikko Joshin’etsukogen National Park, and untouched primeval woodlands. Season January–March (schedule for closures Season June 6 to October 25 (schedule for closures TBA) TBA) Time required 150 min Time required Approx. 300 min Fee Adults: 5,000 yen, Fee Adults: 4,000 yen, children (age 6 and Hakone-Izu Fuji- children (age 6 and over): 4,500 yen *Children age 11 and over): 3,500 yen *Children age 11 and under must under must be accompanied by a guardian Inquiries Shiga be accompanied by a guardian Inquiries Shiga Kogen Guide Association Phone 0269-34-2133 (Japanese Kogen Guide Association Phone 0269-34-2133 kogen Joshin’etsu only) E-mail [email protected] URL http:// E-mail [email protected] URL http:// shizenhogo-center.shigakogen.gr.jp/guidetour.php shizenhogo-center.shigakogen.gr.jp/guidetour.php renzan Myoko-Togakushi Activity Enjoy some of the best powdery snow in Japan! 02 A guided tour of Shiga Kogen's backcountry sangaku Chubu Fully guided backcountry tour FIT EN Shima Ise- Depending on your needs and weather conditions, a guide will show you around Shiga Kogen’s backcountry, including Okushiga Kogen highlands. The region boasts Kumano Yoshino- excellent powder snow and the mesmerizing landscape will set the scene for a backcountry experience to be remembered. This activity is recommended for experienced skiers and snowboarders. Kaigan San'in Season January–March Time required Max 120–300 min Fee Adults: from 19,000 yen *Only advanced- Oki Daisen- level skiers and snowboarders can be accommodated (please contact in advance for a brief consultation) Inquiries Shiga International Ski School Setonaikai Phone 0269-24-2007 E-mail [email protected] URL http://www.shigaskischool.com Uwakai Ashizuri- Activity The area is world-famous for Japanese macaques enjoying mid-winter soaks in hot springs. At Jigokudani Yaen Koen(Wild Snow Monkey Park), visitors can enjoy an in-depth look at Kuju Aso- 03 the fascinating ecology of Japanese macaques throughout the year. Welcome to a world of Japanese macaques at Jigokudani Yaen Koen(Wild Snow Monkey Park), the only hot spring in the world where monkeys bathe EN Amakusa Unzedn- FIT GROUP Leave civilization behind and travel approximately two kilometers down a forested promenade to reach Jigokudani Yaen Koen(Wild Snow Monkey Park), located deep in a mountain valley. Year-round, the fascinating ecology of Kinkowan Kirishima- wild monkeys can be observed without cages or bars separating humans from macaques: From spring to summer, enjoy the sight of adorable monkey babies and child-rearing, while in fall, see behavior characteristic of the mating season. As the Japanese macaques are wild, it is sometimes not possible to Yakushima see them during opening hours. However, the surrounding area is also home to wild birds and animals, and is rich in nature to observe and enjoy. Season All year round Time required Approx. 120 min Fee Adults: 800 yen, children (ages 6 to 18): 400 yen, groups (20 Yambaru people or more): adults: 680 yen, children: 340 yen *School group discounts available *Visitors with a disability certificate, etc. receive a 50% discount *Infants age 5 and under: free (must shoto Kerama be accompanied by a guardian) Inquiries JIGOKUDANI YAEN- KOEN Phone 0269-33-4379（ (Japanese only) E-mail [email protected] (Japanese or English) URL https://en.jigokudani-yaenkoen.co.jp/ For individual Tradition/ Available Available languages For groups Activity Eat EN ZH Spring only Summer only Autumn only Winter only 129 FIT travelers GROUP Culture languages EN ZH Advance notice necessary 130 FIT For individual travelers GROUP For groups Activity Tradition/ Culture Eat Mashu Akan- Sample course using the recommended activities Daisetsuzan 1 Toya Shikotsu- Season Winter(January - March) Duration of stay 3 nights, 4 days Activity 03 Snow Monkey Viewing Activity 02 Fully guided backcountry tour Hachimantai Towada- Marvel at the Winter Wonderland of Fukko Sanriku Shiga Kogen Highlands as You Play in the Pristine Powder Snow Asahi Bandai- - Get the complete Shiga Kogen Highlands experience by following this plan. Notes - Safely experience everything the Shiga Kogen Highlands area has to offer by taking advantage of its Nikko excellent public transportation system. Hakone-Izu Fuji-
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    Jōetsu Shinkansen (333.9 km) Train Names: TOKI, TANIGAWA Max-TOKI, Max-TANIGAWA JAPAN RAIL PASS Can also be Used for Shinkansen Jōetsu Shinkansen "Max-TOKI"etc. “bullet train” Travel Akita Shinkansen "KOMACHI" Akita Shinkansen (662.6 km) Train Name: KOMACHI Akita Shin-Aomori Yamagata Shinkansen "TSUBASA" Hokuriku Shinkansen (450.5 km) Yamagata Shinkansen Train Names: KAGAYAKI, HAKUTAKA, (421.4 km) Shinjo¯ Morioka TSURUGI, ASAMA Train Name: TSUBASA Niigata Yamagata Sendai Kanazawa Toyama Nagano Hokuriku Shinkansen "KAGAYAKI"etc. Fukushima Takasaki Omiya¯ Sanyō & Kyūshū Shinkansen "SAKURA" Sanyō Shinkansen (622.3 km) Train Names: NOZOMI*, MIZUHO*, Tōhoku Shinkansen "HAYABUSA "etc. Tōkaidō & Sanyō Shinkansen "HIKARI" HIKARI (incl. HIKARI Rail Star), SAKURA, KODAMA Tōkaidō Shinkansen (552.6 km) (Tōkyō thru Hakata, 1,174.9km) Train Names: NOZOMI*, HIKARI, KODAMA Hakata Kokura Hiroshima Okayama Shin-Osaka¯ Kyōto Nagoya Shin-Yokohama Shinagawa Tokyo¯ ¯ * There are six types of train services, “NOZOMI,” “MIZUHO,” “HIKARI,” “SAKURA,” “KODAMA” and “TSUBAME” trains on the Tōkaidō, Sanyō and Kyūshū Shinkansen, and the stations at which trains stop vary with train types. The JAPAN RAIL PASS is only valid for “HIKARI,” “SAKURA,” “KODAMA” Tōhoku Shinkansen "HAYATE," "YAMABIKO,"etc. and “TSUBAME” trains, and not valid for any seats, reserved or non-reserved, on “NOZOMI” and “MIZUHO” trains. To travel on the Tōkaidō, Sanyō and Kyūshū Shinkansen, the pass holders must take Tōhoku Shinkansen (713.7 km) “HIKARI,” “SAKURA,” “KODAMA” or “TSUBAME” trains, or
  • What Is the JR East Group Doing to Prevent Global Warming?

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