Katashina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

真夏の尾瀬ヶ原と燧ケ岳 Oze in summer
真夏の尾瀬ヶ原と燧ケ岳 Oze in summer
One of the nine lifts that take you up the mountain to various courses. This year has been one of the warmest winters we've had in Japan, thus the lack of snow. But thankfully most of the courses had new snowfall a few days before we went. Location: Gunma prefecture Best to come by car, it's a 2-3 hr drive from Tokyo. (Parking on weekends are free if you have more than 4 people in the car!) Or you can come by shinkansen, closest station is Numata Station on the JR Joetsu Shinkansen Line, then another 50min by bus.
Oze Iwakura is one of the largest ski resorts in the Kanto area with 16 courses, 9 lifts + 1 gondola, and 697 meters (2,286 ft) of vertical descent. It's said to be best suited for intermediate skiers and snowboarders, but there are several courses for advanced and beginners, too. It's not as crowded as other more popular ski resorts and because there are so many advanced skiers, we had a great time snowboarding down several courses and didn't have a any trouble getting around. Location: Gunma prefecture Best to come by car, it's a 2-3 hr drive from Tokyo. (Parking on weekends are free if you have more than 4 people in the car!) Or you can come by shinkansen, closest station is Numata Station on the JR Joetsu Shinkansen Line, then another 50min by bus.
The view from Oze Iwakura ski resort is pretty amazing. There are a number of famous mountains to be seen, including Mount Fuji on a clear day if you're lucky! We weren't so lucky...but the mountains we could see were beautiful just the same :) Location: Gunma prefecture Best to come by car, it's a 2-3 hr drive from Tokyo. Or you can come by shinkansen, closest station is Numata Station on the JR Joetsu Shinkansen Line, then another 50min by bus. #Blue
Sasanoyu

Sasanoyu

3 out of 5
535 Hataya Katashina Gunma
The price is AU$89 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$89
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this ryokan in Katashina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hanasakunoyu and Fukiwarenotaki Fall are located ...
6/10 (1 review)
外は風邪ひきそうになるくらいぬるいので内湯とシャワーで温まる必要があります。飲める温泉のようでペットボトルなどで汲んで持って帰れるそうです。飲める温泉は柔らかい口当たりで美味しかったです。

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Sasanoyu
Pension Arma

Pension Arma

3 out of 5
4658-66 Higashiogawa Katashina Gunma
Stay at this pension in Katashina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station and Marunuma Kogen ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Very friendly and accommodating staff. Lovely breakfast. Clean room.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

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Pension Poka Poka

Pension Poka Poka

3 out of 5
4658 65 Higashiogawa, Katashina Katashina Gunma
The price is AU$145 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$145
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this lodge in Katashina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station and Marunuma ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
Easy walking distance to the ski hill. Breakfast was good. The room was clean and staff were nice.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

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Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

Rakuten STAY VILLA Nikko

4 out of 5
1550-6 Nikko Tochigi
Stay at this holiday home in Nikko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Toshogu Shrine and Nikkō Woodcarving Center are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Great amenities

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

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Rakuten STAY Nikko Hoden

Rakuten STAY Nikko Hoden

3 out of 5
23-1 Hoden Nikko Tochigi
Stay at this apartment in Nikko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Toshogu Shrine and Cryptomeria Avenue are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Room was great. Clean, full of quality amenities, comfortable bed, cool tech. Nice bath, free drinks in fridge, and tooth brushes, bathroom kits available in bathroom. Not the greatest location — but of a walk to town. Went in off-season (December) and it was hard to find food. The check-in process ...

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

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Rakuten Stay Motel Nikko Kinugawa

Rakuten Stay Motel Nikko Kinugawa

3 out of 5
1440-15 Kinugawaonsen Ohara Nikko Tochigi Prefecture
Stay at this apartment in Nikko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Kinu Tateiwa Otsuribashi and Tobu World Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (179 reviews)
Very comfortable to stay

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Rakuten Stay Motel Nikko Kinugawa
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Popular places to visit

One of the nine lifts that take you up the mountain to various courses. This year has been one of the warmest winters we've had in Japan, thus the lack of snow. But thankfully most of the courses had new snowfall a few days before we went. Location: Gunma prefecture Best to come by car, it's a 2-3 hr drive from Tokyo.

White World Oze Iwakura

Hit the slopes at White World Oze Iwakura during your trip to Katashina. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

White World Oze Iwakura

Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort

Hit the slopes at Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort during your trip to Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort

Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Katashina with a visit to Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Snow Pal Ogunahotaka Ski Area

Katashina Kogen Ski Place

Hit the slopes at Katashina Kogen Ski Place during your trip to Katashina. Stroll along this culturally rich area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Katashina Kogen Ski Place

Shirane Onsen

You can take time to visit Shirane Onsen during your travels to Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Shirane Onsen

Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station

You can take time to visit Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station during your travels to Katashina. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Nikko Shiranezan Ropeway Center Station

Activities

Nikko Tour by Private Car and English Speaking Driver

Nikko Tour by Private Car and English Speaking Driver

AU$718
per traveller
Nikko Tour by Private Car and English Speaking Driver
Kegon Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Tochigi Prefecture

Nikko Private Day Trip with English Speaking Driver From Tokyo

AU$709
per traveller
Nikko Private Day Trip with English Speaking Driver From Tokyo
Guided Private Nikko Tour GREEN NUMBER PLATES

Nikko Full-Day Private Tour from Tokyo (Customizable)

AU$771
per traveller
Nikko Full-Day Private Tour from Tokyo (Customizable)
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