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View Gallery- Hakuba-eki (railroad station), 2.0km
- Aoki-ko (lake), 9.1km
Access information
- 7 minutes by shuttle bus from JR Hakuba Station, the Oito line
- 70 minutes from Azumino IC by car 60 minutes from Nagano IC by car
45 minutes on bus from JR Yamagata Station bound for Zao Onsen. Get off at Zao Onsen bus terminal and 5 minutes walk. 30 minutes by taxi from JR Yamagata Station.. 30 minutes from Yamagatazao IC on Yamagata EXPWY via Nishi-Zao
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.