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Access to Nishihoppo

ACCESS

Located on the mid-slope of Nishitateyama, near the heart of Shiga Kogen. Accessible by car or public transportation.

Location

To the mountains at 1,600 meters.

7149 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai, Nagano 381-0401, Japan

Winter Access

Winter Access

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

Area Map

西発哺温泉ホテル 周辺マップ

Map image source: official Nishihoppo Onsen Hotel website.

By Car

By Car

About 45 minutes from Shinshu-Nakano IC via Route 292. Free parking is available in front of the hotel.

From Shinshu-Nakano IC

Joshin-Etsu Expressway Shinshu-Nakano IC → Route 292 → Shiga Kogen → Hoppo Onsen

Winter Road Information

Mountain roads entering Shiga Kogen from the Kusatsu and Manza areas include winter closures. In winter, the standard route is via Shinshu-Nakano IC.

Train & Bus

By Train & Bus

Express Bus from Nagano Station

Express buses to Shiga Kogen depart from Nagano Station East Exit. Travel time is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Board an express bus bound for Shiga Kogen from Nagano Station East Exit.
  • If your bus stops at Hoppo Onsen, get off at 'Hoppo Onsen.'
  • If your bus does not stop at Hoppo Onsen, get off at 'Takamagahara.' During winter, we provide a shuttle to the hotel from either Hoppo Onsen or Takamagahara Bus Stop, so please let us know your expected arrival time in advance.

Nagano Dentetsu + Local Bus

Take Nagano Dentetsu from Nagano Station to Yudanaka Station, then transfer to a bus bound for Shiga Kogen.

  • Nagano Station → Yudanaka Station: approx. 40 min
  • Yudanaka Station → Hoppo Onsen: approx. 50 min
  • Connections and stops vary by service. Please check the latest timetable.
Shuttle

Shuttle from the Bus Stops

If you would like a shuttle, please contact the hotel in advance once you know your expected arrival time.

Telephone

0269-34-2634

Shuttle service may not be available depending on operating conditions and time of day. Advance notice is recommended.

Before Your Trip

Please check the latest transportation information.

Shiga Kogen is a high-altitude mountain area. Road and bus conditions vary by season, so please check the latest information before departure.