Experience More of the Heart of Japan:
Special Myoko Bus Tours
The skiing’s great in Myoko—that’s why millions come here every year to enjoy
the deep snow and beautiful setting at the base of Mt. Myoko— and there are also countless cultural attractions in the area. To help you enjoy both, the Keinan Bus Company and Myoko Tourist Office have developed two bus tours for 2010 to get you there in safety and comfort.
Available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the season; ¥1,000 each way
Seki Onsen Ski Area is famous for its open-access powder runs, and especially popular among snowboarders. Now get there the easy way, with three-times-weekly bus service between Akakura and Seki.
No reservations are required; please gather at the Akakura Bus Terminal (the rotary below the Post Office) for bus departure precisely at 8:30 a.m. (don’t be late!). The bus departs the parking lot at Seki Onsen Ski Area at 4 p.m. Enjoy a full seven hours in the snows of Seki. A flyer with all information is also available here.
Operations
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Fee
¥1,000 each way
Reservations
Not required; just be at the bus terminal before 8:30 with the fare in cash.
The Seki powder
Snow Monkeys and Nagano Tour
A full-day tour for ¥10,000; available
Sundays and Wednesdays through the winter season
Visit the world-famous snow monkeys, the historic city of Obuse, and beautiful Zenkoji Temple in the heart of Nagano City. The bus leaves from the Akakura Bus Station at 9:15 and the Resort Center of Akakura Kanko Ski Resort at 9:20 before heading to the Snow Monkey Park. Next stop is Obuse, for lunch and some free time for sightseeing. The bus then travels to Nagano City and Zenkoji Temple, before returning to Akakura. A flyer with full schedule and reservation form can be downloaded here.
Operations
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Fee
¥10,000 per person
Reservations
Through your hotel; please fill in the attached flyer and reservation form.
Snow monkeys
Zenkoji Temple