Located on the mid-slope of Nishitateyama, near the heart of Shiga Kogen. Accessible by car or public transportation.
7149 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai, Nagano 381-0401, Japan
During winter, the Shiga–Kusatsu Kogen Route (National Route 292) is closed on the Kusatsu side. Please approach Shiga Kogen via Nagano or Yudanaka.
If you are using public transportation, take a bus bound for Shiga Kogen from Nagano Station or Yudanaka Station. Please see the “Train & Bus” section below for details about shuttle service from the bus stops.
If you know your expected arrival time in advance, we recommend reserving the shuttle beforehand.
Winter roads may have heavy snow and icy conditions. If driving, please use winter tires and prepare appropriately for mountain winter roads.
Map image source: official Nishihoppo Onsen Hotel website.
About 45 minutes from Shinshu-Nakano IC via Route 292. Free parking is available in front of the hotel.
Joshin-Etsu Expressway Shinshu-Nakano IC → Route 292 → Shiga Kogen → Hoppo Onsen
Mountain roads entering Shiga Kogen from the Kusatsu and Manza areas include winter closures. In winter, the standard route is via Shinshu-Nakano IC.
Express buses to Shiga Kogen depart from Nagano Station East Exit. Travel time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Take Nagano Dentetsu from Nagano Station to Yudanaka Station, then transfer to a bus bound for Shiga Kogen.
If you would like a shuttle, please contact the hotel in advance once you know your expected arrival time.
Shuttle service may not be available depending on operating conditions and time of day. Advance notice is recommended.
Shiga Kogen is a high-altitude mountain area. Road and bus conditions vary by season, so please check the latest information before departure.