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Tokyo to Hakuba

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Tokyo to Hakuba

How to get to Hakuba from Tokyo? Northwest of Nagano, Hakuba is a resort found among the Hakuba Mountains. It became famous among tourist and professional skier after hosting the Winter Olympics in 1998, and many people come here for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of Japan's Northern Alps while skiing in Japan. Hakuba is about 280Km from Tokyo, a 3.5-4 hours drive. If you plan on a 2-3 days trip traveling with skiing equipments, a door to door car rental with driver service from Tokyo is probably the best option. We provide different car types that can fit your luggage: 7-seater Alphard van, 10-seater van, 14-seater van, and 20-seater coaster bus. Because the road condition highly depends on the weather.


 

Car/Transfer Service from Tokyo to Hakuba

As a reliable Japan travel company in Tokyo and Hakuba, we provide you budget Japan tours, and affordable private chauffeur/car service from Tokyo Narita Airport or Tokyo to Hakuba for foreign visitors. Some of your private drivers can speak basic English, and will escort you to Hakuba from Tokyo. Whether you are going to Hakuba from Tokyo Narita Airport or hotels in Tokyo, private transfer are the most convenient and affordable way. For more information, please contact our Japan limousine Service specialists.
 

Haneda Airport to Hakuba

Happoone: Happoone is the largest ski resort in Hakuba, with 20 cable cars. 3000m above at the top of the mountain, you can see the continuous mountains of the Northern Alps, snow scenery, as well as the blue sky. Happoone's natural environment and the culture in the nearby villages are well preserved.

Hakuba Goryu: Hakuba Goryu is close to the center of Hakuba village and connected to Hakuba 47. The two ski resorts share the same tickets. ALPS, TOOMI, IIMORI have inclueded various professional areas for competition, Mogul course, Snow Park, and children playground. Every day, staffs groom the snow field to ensure the quality of the skiing expereince. The parking lot is 1-2 minutes walk from the ski resort, which is great for children and beginners.

Hakuba 47: Hakuba 47 connects to Hakuba Goryu and it is the most popular ski resort after Happoon. Opening hours: late November to early May. (Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement)

Hakuba Norikura: Hakuba Norikura Ski Resort is located on the edge of Hakuba village, right nex to Tsugaike Koen. Opening hours: mid-December to early April. (Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement)



Hakuba Cortina Kokusai is the furthest from Hakuba, on the side of Hakuba Norikura. There are two ski resorts operating together. Opening hours: mid-December to early April. (Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement)

Hakuba Iwatake Ski Resortis located near the center of Hakuba, and it is one of the largest ski resort in Hakuba. Opening hours: mid-December to early April. (Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement)

Tsugaike Kogen: is adjacent to Hakuba Iwatake, located on the edge of Hakuba villag. It is the second largest ski resort in the area. Opening hours: late November to early May. (Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement)

 

Narita Airport to Hakuba

By Shinkansen: Take the JR Hokuriku Shinkansen at Tokyo Station for 1.5 hours. After arriving Nagano Station, take the Alpico express bus for 1-1.5 hours to arrive at Hakuba Station.
By Train: Take the JR Azusa limited express train at Shinjuku Station to Matsumoto. Then use the JR Oito Line to arrive at Hakuba Station. The trip takes 4.4.5 hours.
By Highway Bus: Alpico offers many buses from Tokyo to Hakuba, and the bus ride takes about 5 hours. During winter, there is also a seasonal bus from Narita Airport to Hakuba, which takes 6 hours.

Most Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is transportation from Tokyo to Hakuba convenient?
    Hakuba is about 280Km from Tokyo, a 3.5 – 4 hours drive. It takes about 3-6 hours usuing public transportation. If you plan on a 2-3 days trip traveling with skiing equipments, booking a private transfer service with Japan Holiday is probably the best option. We provide different car types that can fit your luggage: 7-seats van, 10-seats van, 14-seats van, and 20 seats coaster bus.
  • How many ski resorts are there in Hakuba?
    Hakuba has over ten ski resorts, and the most popular include Happoone, Hakuba Goryu, and Hakuba 47.
  • When do ski resorts in Hakuba usually open?
    Most ski resorts opens from late November to early May. Time varies slightly from year to year depending on weather. Please refer to official website announcement.
  • What to do in Hakuba during summer?
    Though Hakuba is famous for its ski resorts, the mountain area in Northern Alps makes Hakuba a great place to hike and keep cool in summer.
  • Is Hakuba Village far from Happoone?
    Hakuba Village is very close to many ski resorts in Happoone. There are shuttle buses from the Bus Terminal at Happo Information Center to the ski resort.
  • Is the ticket valid for any ski resort in Hakuba?
    Hakuba Snow Park has launched a lot of ticket combo for tourists, such as the "Hakuba Valley Ticket" allow tourist to go to ten of the snow fields. The price of a one-day pass is 6100 yen, and you can use it at the ten snow fields. In addition, there are multi-day pass and discount offer of tickets. Some local hotels can also provide discounted tickets for staying guests.
  • 5-6 people with ski equipments, planning to stay for 3 days. Which private transfer should I use?
    A 10-seat Toyota Hiace is probably the most suitable. For a group of 5-8 people, you can rent the Toyota Hiace, which ensures spacious seats for passengers as well as room for ski equipments. When you have a large group, the cost of using public transportation is pretty high. As a better alternative, a private transfer provides a more enjoyable experience.
  • We require private transfer from Haneda to Happoone in Hakuba, pleas advise cost.
    From your inquiry we notice that you will arrive at 5.10am on Saturday January 8th. According to your information, the 7 seats Alphard van is suitable for your party. We have sent the quotation to you through email. Our limousine service includes all toll road fees, parking fees, fuel and, all taxes. The private driver can speak basic English. Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any questions.
  • Could you provide us a price for a driver to take 5 people to Hakuba from Haneda?
    Thank you for contacting our travel agency. From your inquiry we notice that you are interested in our private chauffeur service on 11/1/23. According to your information, the 7 seats Toyota minivan is suitable for your party, please refer to the below quotations.
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