Check-in is 3pm. Check-out is anytime before 10am. Early check-in and late check-out are by request only.

Kitagi Cabin has a ski resort shuttle within walking distance. However, we strongly believe that having a car in Hakuba will maximise your trip enjoyment. The closest resorts are Hakuba47 (10 min drive), Happo-One (10 min drive), Iwatake & Goryu resorts (15 min drive each). There is a very active bus system in Hakuba with each resort having at least one bus stop in Echoland.

Yes. There are 3 supermarkets in the local area, less than 5 minutes drive away. We personally recommend Acoop for the best selection of fresh foods. Big/Aeon has a very large selection and is closest. Delicia has a good fish selection.

Yes, we have space for at least three vehicles at Kitagi Cabin, one covered garage space to avoid snow clearing and two open spaces directly in front of the entrance (green season only). We will assume you only have one car, so please let us know in advance if you intend to have more. Please do not park in the road or on neighbouring property as it will impede snow clearing, and hefty fines up to 50,000 JPY may be incurred.

Our flagship accommodation, Kitagi Cabin, is located in the Misorano area – perfectly positioned to shops, bars, restaurants and easy access to the ski resort shuttle buses. Check the exact location via the map at the bottom of the property page.

We have minimum night stays during the winter and peak holiday seasons, but we certainly will take requests for shorter periods! Contact us to check or browse dates online.

Kitagi Cabin can comfortably sleep 4 adults. There is a large king-sized double in the main bedroom and a queen-sized double in the second bedroom. The second bedroom also has a small single bed, ideal for children or smaller adults.

Our accommodation is for registered guests only. Please let our Guest Services team know if there will be additional guests joining the group.

All of our properties are strictly non-smoking. Guests will be charged a total of 3 nights stay if you smoke in the property. Please do not litter.

If it is not urgent, please email info@yondahakuba.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

If you require immediate help, please contact our Guest Services team via the details provided upon booking.

There are two major airports in Tokyo: Narita and Haneda airport. Depending on which airport you arrive at, and the time of day you get here, the ideal travel route will vary. If you have able body people, going to Tokyo station, then taking the bullet train to Nagano, followed by a pre-booked taxi is probably the simplest way. If there are young children or older guests, the simplest route is usually booking a private car from the airport direct to your accommodation. Please contact us if you need assistance working out the best route to Hakuba, we’d be happy to help.

It is not necessary to rent a car, but we feel that by renting one, it will take your trip from good to amazing. There are 10 local resorts located in the Hakuba Valley – and busses are often busy, and infrequent. Taxi can be nearly impossible to book in busy times. With a car, you would have the ability and flexibility to drive to any of the 10 resorts of your choice with ease – and with an All Mountain Valley Pass, you could even do two resorts in one day should you want to switch it up! On days you’ll be spending off the slopes, you can take the car and venture into the surrounding area to explore culture, food, and everything that the Nagano region has to offer. Contact us if you’d like to have a car arranged for you. There are limited supplies of cars so it is advised to book these at the time of booking your accommodation.

NOTE: You will need an international drivers license, or another drivers license valid in Japan, in order to rent a car.

Taxis are very busy in Hakuba, especially during peak hours (7:00 am – 10:30 am // 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm). Taxis can be up to a 1.5 hour wait during evening hours, so if you do eat out and plan to get a taxi back, let the restaurant know to call you one before you sit down. It is highly advised to reserve a taxi any time you need one, as it is very difficult to flag one down.

As of November 2024, Uber Taxi is now available in Hakuba during the winter season, and can be booked via the Uber app.

There are a few buses that go around town and to most of the ski resorts. They do get quite busy during peak hour, so head to the bus stop early. The closest bus stop to Kitagi Cabin is Oak Forest Hotel.

The closest resorts are Hakuba47 and Happo-One resort, which are around 10 minutes by car. Goryu, Iimori and Iwatake are also close – under 15 minutes by car.

Our preferred partner for ski schools for private lessons is Hakuba Ski Concierge. They are a fully private lesson only company based out of Hakuba47 resort. They provide full pick up and drop off services, highly customizable for your needs. We also recommend Hakuba Snow Sports and Frontier Snow School. Their instructors are all Internationally Trained and Qualified and have years of teaching experience around the world.

We recommend Central Snowsports and Rhythm Japan. Central have a store located close to Kitagi Cabin in Echoland. Rhythm have a beautiful store in Wadano worth visiting with great coffee. Both are excellent and we recommend both.

Hiring a guide is highly recommended if you plan to go back country skiing and snowboarding. A guide not only knows the best local terrain, but is also is trained in the case there is an avalanche / someone gets lost. A guide can also help take care of logistics like transport to/from the tour and renting equipment. We recommend using Northern Heights Guiding, with their strong experience and professionalism. They have 20 years of experience in Hakuba and will offer you a safe and incredible experience.

There are many hot spring onsens in the local area, many of them located within a 10 minute drive from Kitagi Cabin. Please ask our Guest Services team for personal recommendations.

Make the best of your rest day and explore the Nagano region for your cultural fix. The Snow Monkey Park, Zenkoji temple, Matsumoto City, and Itoigawa Fish Markets are all popular options. Inquire for more details.