Minakami Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Amazing Onsen experience...

#takaragawa #onsen #trip Ambiance/Facilities: Amazing calming scenery love everything I experience in this journey...

it’s the most wonderful time of the year to visit an onsen 😍#holidayvacation #wintergetaway #decembertravel#holidayvacation#wintergetaway#staycation#happynewyear

Tanigawa Nature

#cherryblossom2024 A magnificent symbol of the north Mount Tanigawa is a 1,977 meter high peak in the north of Gunma Prefecture and one of the highest points of the Tanigawa Mountain Range. It is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan. Climbing enthusiasts often come here: you can climb Tanigawa in one day. How to get there It takes 20 minutes by bus from JR Minakami Station (Joetsu Line), and just under an hour from Jomo-Kogen. Hiking enthusiasts can drive to JR Doai Station (two stops after Minakami on the same line) and walk 1.3 kilometers to the cable car. Beauty and variability Mount Tanigawa is located in the Joshinetsu-kogen National Park on the border of Gunma and Niigata prefectures. The Tanigawa Mountain range separates the southern (washed by the Pacific Ocean) and northern (washed by the Sea of Japan) parts of the country, so there are sudden sharp weather changes. At any time of the year Most of the year, the top of Mount Tanigawa is abundantly covered with snow, and very beginners and not very experienced skiers like to come here. When the snow melts, cherry blossoms paint the slopes in bright shades of pink, and in autumn the mountain turns orange-red from the foliage. There are always enough people who want to admire the beauty of nature. In summer, those who want to escape from the scorching heat for a day come. The Tanigawa Cable Car takes you up to the Tenjindaira Ski Resort and takes in the rocky scenery. Safety first Despite the fact that Mount Tanigawa is noticeably lower than such giants as Fuji or the Yatsugatake Mountain range, it is not at all easy to climb to its top. If you decide to do this, do not forget about the appropriate equipment and carefully study the route. The main danger is avalanches, so in winter only experienced professional climbers are allowed to climb to the top.

Mount Tanigawa

Mount Tanigawa is a mountain with an altitude of 1,956 meters located on the border between Gunma and Niigata Prefectures. It is counted as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains and is known as part of the Northern Alps. Mount Tanigawa captivates many mountaineers and tourists with its beautiful natural surroundings, diverse climbing routes, and beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. In the summer, Mount Tanigawa is known as a scenic spot covered with lush forests and vibrant flowers, with clear streams and waterfalls scattered throughout. Especially at lower altitudes, hiking and trekking can be enjoyed, and routes aiming for the summit are popular among intermediate and advanced climbers. On the other hand, in winter, snow-covered Mount Tanigawa is known as a mecca for snow mountain climbing and backcountry skiing, attracting many climbers and skiers seeking the charm of winter mountains. As one of the mountains of the Northern Alps, it is relatively accessible and has good transportation, making it a popular mountain resort where you can enjoy the different pleasures of each season. Around Mount Tanigawa, there are mountain huts and campgrounds that provide accommodation and rest for those who enjoy mountaineering and outdoor activities. In addition, the surrounding area, including Mount Tanigawa, is dotted with hot spring facilities and tourist attractions, making it an attractive tourist destination known for the enjoyment of the mountains and the relaxation of hot springs.

Minakami Kogen Hotel 200,Gunma,Japan

Nice place to spend winter vacation.thers a open hot spring ang lots of winter activities.good place for skiing