Shiga Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with lush green valleys and distant mountain ranges under a partly cloudy sky.
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A mountainous landscape with a building on a hillside.
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A snowy landscape with bare trees and a clear blue sky.
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A pond with lily pads and water plants, surrounded by trees and buildings in the background.
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A lush green valley with a lake surrounded by dense forest and hills.
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Stay near popular Shiga Highlands attractions

A snowy town with a clock tower, a ski resort, and a mountain backdrop.

Shiga Kogen Ski Area

8.8/10 (123 reviews)
Hit the slopes at Shiga Kogen Ski Area, a top ski area in Yamanouchi. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
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Activities

Snow Monkey Park Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour
Full-Day Private Nagano Tour: Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, Jigokudani Monkey Park

Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen

AU$857
per adult
Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen
Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo

Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo

AU$1,119
per traveller
Snow Monkey Zenko Ji Temple Private Day Tour by Car From Tokyo
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Our pick of the best Shiga Highlands Hotel Deals

Kumanoyu Hotel

Kumanoyu Hotel

3 out of 5
Hirao7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is AU$267 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$267
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey ...
8.2/10 Very good! (31 reviews)
"I liked how traditional and authentic it is. We stayed in jan26 and the staff are amazing Totally recommend"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kumanoyu Hotel
Hotel Takimoto

Hotel Takimoto

3 out of 5
7149 Hirao Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is AU$172 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$172
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"Water stains in the curtains and lamp, old stains carpets and a balcony that looks like it’s going to crumble. If you haven’t pre-ordered dinner, they won’t let you order on the spot and there aren’t any restaurant options nearby. Definitely do not stay here in the summer and even if you’re coming ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hotel Takimoto
Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

3 out of 5
Hiratoko, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is AU$156 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$156
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this ryokan in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park are ...
Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

3 out of 5
7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is AU$146 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$146
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Spa is good."

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen
HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

3 out of 5
Makuiwa Onsen, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
The price is AU$220 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$220
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani ...
HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley
Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel

Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel

3 out of 5
Yakebitai-yama, Shiga Kogen Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey ...
7.8/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"Great location and ski in ski out. Small but comfortable room for family of 4, Onsen is a blessing! It’s a little tired, super busy hotel. Outrageously priced buffet dinner, go elsewhere. Free shuttle makes that easy, but make sure you book all offsite options."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

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