[2025 Yuzawa ] Travel Guide for GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort (Updated May)

Who would have thought that visiting Tokyo would bring fluffy snow like this? ❄️🏔️ ☃️Gala Yuzawa is a snow resort located in Nigata City, just over an hour from Tokyo. There are many activities to do here, such as snow mobile, sledding, skiing, taking the lift to see the view at Bell of Love, or just playing in the snow. There is also a food zone where you can sit and relax with a hot drink. 🚄Transportation: We used the Tokyo Wide Pass to book the Shinkansen and got off at Gala Yuzawa Station. It was super convenient. ⏰Opening and closing times: Around December. Each year it is different. You can check their website. #GetDiscountsWithoutLuck

For my first skiing experience, I chose to go to GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort in Niigata. When we arrived, there were so many people! We hired a coach to teach us how to ski, so remember to rent your equipment and book a ski lesson when you get there. Don't worry, there are Chinese-speaking coaches available. At first, they will teach you how to fall and get up on flat ground. Falling repeatedly can be quite painful. Once you master the basics, they will take you to a small slope to practice. After that, you'll take the lift up the mountain to ski down a bigger slope. It was pretty scary, but I managed to complete it successfully. First skiing achievement unlocked! Looking forward to skiing again next time.

#100 Ways to Travel Attractions: JR East Railway GALA Yuzawa 📍Address: 1039-2 Moheira, Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: Winter business hours: approximately 12/16~3/31 of the following year, ski resort 08:00~16:00, ski center 07:00~19:15 💰Per capita consumption: ¥6,000 yen~ 💞Recommended reasons: The world's first #Shinkansen station is directly connected to the ski resort - #GALA Yuzawa. It is a ski resort operated by #JR East Railway. Every year during the ski season, the Shinkansen will open a temporary train from Tokyo directly to GALA Yuzawa. What's different about Naeba Ski Resort is that after getting off the Shinkansen, the station hall is the ski center, which is very suitable for planning a day's skiing trip. Transportation strategy: From Tokyo, take the Joetsu Shinkansen Tanigawa train directly to GALA Yuzawa Station. Or take the Joetsu Shinkansen and get off at JR Tsukigo-Yuzawa Station, then transfer to the free shuttle bus at the east exit of the station to GALA Yuzawa (service only available during the GALA Yuzawa ski season). Self-drivers can use the six parking lots provided by the ski resort. After arriving at GALA Yuzawa by Shinkansen, you will directly arrive at the lobby on the second floor of the ski center. There are 7 or 8 counters at the ticket gate alone. There is also the largest ski equipment rental center in Japan. All the equipment you want is here. Available for rent. There are paid lockers on the third floor. The equipment we tourists need to use are all rented here, so there is nothing to store. #GALA #Yuzawa The ski resort is divided into three areas: Southern District, Central District, and North District. Beginners are concentrated in the central area, and intermediate and advanced people are suitable to challenge in the south or north area. There will be much fewer people and the sliding will be smoother. The southern area is connected to Yuzawa Plateau Ski Resort, and the northern area is connected to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Beginner skiers only need to buy a GALA lift ticket to go up the mountain. For more advanced skiers who want to cross-regional skiing, when buying tickets, buy the Yuzawa Sanzan (common lift ticket for GALA + Yuzawa Plateau + Ishiuchi.). Originally, this time I rented snowboards and didn’t want to take the cable car up the mountain, so I just went to the snow park. , it is recommended that you practice your sense of balance at home first, and stand on a stroller and let others pull it around. After getting used to this feeling, you can come back to the ski resort. The most difficult thing about snowboarding is not skiing, but the difficulty in standing up after falling. Playing for a whole day will really cause back pain. But the mountain is really good for taking pictures, and there is a large restaurant - Rest House Cheers next to the Gondola Peak Station. Since you are here anyway, just take the cable car up. The ski center in the station also has a light restaurant, equipped with GALA hot springs, a free rest area "ZASHIKI", and finally, there is a huge souvenir shop to spend all your money~

Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort is a ski resort suitable for the whole family⛷️❄️ This ski resort in Niigata Prefecture, Japan has many well-designed ski trails suitable for skiers of all levels. From beginners to experts, everyone can find a challenge that suits them! Glide down the snowy slopes and enjoy the happy winter vibes. ❄️⛄️ In addition to skiing, Gala Yuzawa also offers other winter activities such as snowmobiling and snowshoeing, allowing visitors to fully experience the fun of snow. There are also cozy huts and restaurants around the ski resorts, providing delicious local cuisine and hot drinks, so that visitors can warm up their bodies while enjoying the fun of ice and snow. 🍲🏔️ Address: Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture Transportation: Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Yuzawa Gala Opening hours: 8:30 - 17:00 daily Average consumption: Ski tickets are around 5,000 - 8,000 yen. Food and beverage costs depend on the restaurant chosen. The ski resort offers rental equipment at different prices, allowing visitors to choose according to their needs. 🎿🌟 #Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort #Japan Skiing #100 Ways to Travel

#tripแจกโรงแรมฟรี For those who want to see a lot of snow, not too far from Tokyo, I recommend Gala Yuzawa Travel: It is a ski resort. It takes only 1 hour and 50 minutes by train from Tokyo. Get off at the last station, Gala Yuzawa. If you have a JR Pass, you can use it as a discount for the cable car and other points. We took the cable car to the first ski resort. I have to say that the view is really beautiful. I regret not going up to the viewpoint on the top. The view along the way up the cable car is also very beautiful. 😍 Personally, I like that the transportation is convenient, not far, and you can go in the morning and return in the evening. I recommend it to those who want to see a lot of snow. We traveled during: Early February. The city was covered in white snow, even before going to the ski resort.

GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort I didn't expect there to be so much snow in the ski resorts around Tokyo. It seems like I've arrived in Hokkaido even though I only took a one-hour Shinkansen ride. 🚄 Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to GALA Yuzawa Station. It takes about an hour and 30 minutes to reach the snowy ski resort. The Shinkansen ticket costs about 7,000 yen, and it's very cost-effective to buy a JR pass. 🏂🏻 The ski resort is right off the train. After getting off, it's just a few steps to the snow gear hall where you can also rent equipment. There's also a hot spring on the second floor, and there are restaurants and shops. 💰 The price of the ski lift ticket is around 6,500 yen. Snow gear and snow suits are a bit more expensive, each costing around 6,000 yen. If you have your own snow suit, it's recommended to bring it. ⛷️ There are several cable car routes here, leading to different ski trails, and even other ski resorts. It seems that you can also buy a pass for three mountains at the entrance.

The popular activity of GALA YUZAWA SNOW RESORT is "Sledding!!" which everyone can enjoy and fun throughout the day. Other than that you can also try ride a moon bike and Snowmobile, #galayuzawa #snowresort #winterseason #niigata #tokyo #japan #japantourguide #tokyotrip #timetotravel

The atmosphere is great. It's worth experiencing. It's not a wasted trip. 🥶 So satisfying.

I recently spent an unforgettable winter break at Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort. I must say this is one of the best ski resorts I have been to so far. Firstly, the location of the resort is ideal. It is located in Yuzawa, one of Japan's famous ski resorts, only about 1.5 hours' drive from Tokyo. This makes it a convenient holiday destination whether you are travelling from Tokyo or another city. Secondly, the facilities at the resort are outstanding. It has several ski slopes suitable for skiers of different levels. Moreover, its ski slopes are very wide and comfortable. In addition to skiing, the resort also has facilities such as hot springs and saunas, allowing you to relax and enjoy a wonderful ski holiday. Finally, the service at the resort was very impressive. The staff is very friendly and welcoming and always able to cater to guests' needs. They also provided some very useful skiing advice and tips that made our skiing experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort as an ideal ski holiday destination. If you are looking for a comfortable, convenient and enjoyable ski holiday then this is definitely a place you don't want to miss. #GalaYuzawaSkiResort #YuzawaSkiResort #JapanSkiHoliday #SkiHoliday #WinterFun #HotSpotHoliday #SkiAdvice #JapanTravel #WinterHoliday #SkiDelight #GalaYuzawa #JapanHoliday #SnowFun #SkiTravel #JapanWinterHoliday #JapanAttractions

#JapanTravel This time, my one-trip trip with two moods. After reviewing the beautiful cherry blossoms in Kawazu City, this time, let's play in the snow with me. From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen for a little over an hour and you will reach the last station of this train, Gala Yuzawa Station. You can sip coffee and enjoy the view while the train takes you to this famous ski resort near Tokyo. As soon as you get off the train, buy a ticket for the lift and gondola. For those of you who don't ski like me, you don't need to rent any additional equipment. Plus, with the Tokyo Wide Pass, you can get a discount from 2,700 yen to 2,000 yen. I recommend going up to see the view at Bell of Love. It's so beautiful that you'll forget about the cold. There are many children playing on the slides, couples, and families. The snow is beautiful. The view of the mountains is pure white. The pine trees have turned white all over the forest. It's much more beautiful than the snow in the city. Take lots of photos until you're satisfied. It's no later than 3 p.m. Hurry down from the Bell of Love viewpoint because the gondola where you can dangle your legs down will be closed. I like the snow here because it's very convenient to travel to and it's also very beautiful. I want to go another 10 times

GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort in Echigo-Yuzawa, Niigata, is the closest and most convenient ski resort to Tokyo, as you can take the Joetsu Shinkansen directly to the ski resort gate in about 70 minutes. This ski resort has multiple ski routes of varying difficulty. If you are skiing for the first time and need a coach, you can sign up for a novice ski course on the spot. You can choose a Chinese or English instructor. If you want to take the Joetsu Shinkansen to visit GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort, you can purchase the JR Tokyo Wide Area Pass, which includes unlimited rides on JR trains in Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto area for three consecutive days, allowing you to easily visit various scenic spots in the Kanto area such as Lake Kawaguchi, Karuizawa, Echigo Yuzawa, Nikko Kinu River, Izu Atami, Mito Ibaraki, Kamakura, etc. #StarWriterMaySurprise #Japan #ski #Overseas Travel

Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort offers skiing lessons that are good for kids, adults and young at heart. The ski resort offers rentals of ski outfit from head to toe, and lockers. It is located at Yuzawa town at Niigata, Japan. It is one of the best places to enjoy snow and winter sports in Japan! It can be easily accessed from Tokyo in one hour and a half by bullet train. Best place for snow board and ski begginers! The resort trainers are also very accomodating and kind. #givethanks #givethanks

Traveling from Tokyo to GALA Yuzawa, a famous ski resort in Niigata Prefecture, is very convenient and popular, especially during winter, as you can take the Shinkansen directly. ⸻ How to get there: 1. By Shinkansen (fastest and most recommended) Route: • Take the Joetsu Shinkansen (上越新幹線) from Tokyo Station. • Get off at GALA Yuzawa Station. The journey takes about 75–90 minutes, depending on the type of train (such as Tanigawa or Max Tanigawa). Highlights: • GALA Yuzawa Station is right next to the ski slopes! • Ski equipment rental, lifts, and a ski school are available at the station. ⸻ 2. Fares (Approximate update): • One way: ~7,000 yen (including seat reservation fee) • JR Pass compatible (suitable for international tourists who purchase a nationwide JR Pass) ⸻ 3. Direct service period to GALA Yuzawa: • GALA Yuzawa Station is only open during the ski season (around mid-December to early April) • Off-season, if there is no direct transportation, get off at Echigo-Yuzawa Station and take a shuttle bus or taxi ⸻

#Travel to save the world Hello! GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort is a ski resort that is very popular among Thai and foreign tourists for many reasons. Highlights: * Convenient transportation: Gala Yuzawa is directly connected to the Shinkansen "Gala-Yuzawa Station", making it easy and fast to travel from Tokyo. It only takes about 71 minutes to get to the ski resort. * Complete facilities: The resort has many facilities, such as a large ski and snowboard rental shop with a wide selection of modern equipment, a ski school for beginners and those who want to improve their skills, a variety of restaurants, resting areas, and hot spring baths to relax after skiing. * Wide range of ski slopes: Gala Yuzawa has ski slopes suitable for all levels of skiers, from beginners to experts. There are wide practice slopes, gentle slopes for beginners, and challenging routes for experienced skiers. * Beautiful views: From the top of the mountain, you can see a beautiful view of the mountains and Yuzawa City. * Activities other than skiing: In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Other fun activities include a children's snow park, a snow slide, and a snowmobile experience. Things to know: * Tourist density: Especially on weekends and during peak seasons, the ski resort can be quite crowded, and there may be long lines for the lifts. * Price: Equipment rental and lift fees can be expensive. * Snow quality: Snow quality can vary depending on the time of year. Towards the end of the season, the snow may start to melt and freeze. * Many people appreciate the convenience of access and the complete facilities. * Beginners will find this a good place to learn. * Some may find the ski resort to be smaller than other ski resorts in Japan. * During peak seasons, skiing may not be as fun. Overall, Gala Yuzawa is a good ski resort for: * Those who want to take a day trip from Tokyo to ski. * Beginners to skiing and snowboarding. * Families with young children, as there is a snow park for children. * Those who want the convenience of renting equipment and facilities. #JapanTravel #SnowTravel #SkiResort

Powdery thick snow less than 2 hours away from Tokyo. Conveniently located at Gala Yuzawa JR line. You can simply take the shinkansen here for a day in the snow and by the slopes. Love it here and we stayed here for 4nights just for 3 full days of snowboarding. Will definitely be back! The slopes are suitable for all levels, beginner, intermediate and advanced. Sledding for kids is also available!

Let's play in the snow together.

JR.Tokyo Wide Pass 15,000¥ Use the pass for 3 consecutive days Day.1 Kawaguchiko🌋🌋🛖 Travel from Shinjuku by taking the Fuji Excuion Line 🚆 And yes, it only happened to me. I didn't make it in time for the reserved round. I had to stand for 2 hours to see Uncle Fuji 😂 🌋 Kawaguchiko is still the first place we thought of in the ranking of 3 days for using the pass. 🌋 This is the 2nd time we've been here. This time, Uncle Fuji was kind to us. He came to see us all the time, no matter which angle. 🛖 When we arrived at the station, we chose to take the bus at platform 6 to Oshino Hakkai, a clear water village in Yamanashi Prefecture, which is not far away. It takes about 40 minutes to travel. It's another place we really want to go to. And yes, it's beautiful. Clear water, beautiful view, view of Fuji behind, and there are a lot of people. If we didn't use the pass for this trip Round trip is 8,400 yen Day.2 Gala Yuzawa ⛷️🏂⛄️🏔️ A ski resort with full services, but we didn't rent or play because we were 5555. Let's go see the atmosphere, chill, fluffy snow 🚆 Travel: We used the JR.Tokyo Wide Pass on the 2nd day, took the Shinkansen from Ueno to Gala Yuzawa Station, took a little over 1 hour and 40 minutes to arrive at the station 🚠 We don't know how to ski, so we bought a Gondola ticket to go up to the top for 2,800 yen, a discount from having a JR ticket and buying a ski lift for an additional 1,000 yen. But for those who want to ski or don't know how to play but want to play up there, they have a ski school where you can buy additional tickets. ⛷️⛷️🏂 ⛄️ Deciding to come here was the right decision in every respect and I really want everyone to come. It's really good. The temperature is below zero and it's really cold. The view from above looking down covered in snow is very beautiful, even though it's scary when you go up. Even though I feel a little nervous 😂 If we didn't use the pass this time, the round trip would be 12,960¥ And finally…. Day.3 Nikko 🏔️⛩️ A world heritage city that you have to go to, you have to go!!! Because I found a very delicious dessert shop 🍘 🚆 Travel: We used the JR.Tokyo Wide Pass on the 3rd day, took the Spacia X1 from Ueno to Tobu-Nikko Station, took a little over 1 hour and 40 minutes to arrive at the station. 📍Locations we wanted to go to… 🌁 Shinkyo Bridge, a famous red bridge, everyone who comes to Nikko must stop by ⛩️ Rinnoji Shrine, see the trees changing colors and a small Japanese garden ⛩️ Toshogu Shrine, see the old and large torii gate and worship and pray 🍘🍘🍘 And here are Sakaeya ​​sweets and Yuba Manju or fried tofu buns This is the most delicious of the trip. My friend and I ate almost 5 pieces each. 55555555 If we didn't use the pass, the round trip would be around 9,000 yen. #TravelJapan #trip

Easy to get to ski resorts near Tokyo, only 71 minutes With Thai staff, convenient and fun : 🚝Start from Ueno Station, book a Shinkansen ticket to Gala Yuzawa Station without having to change lines (If you buy a Tokyo Wild Pass, it's even more worthwhile. You can use it here.) : ⛷️❄️Many people are probably worried about what the weather will be like in April. Will there still be snow? Look at the picture. It's quite fluffy. (However, it may also depend on the weather each year!!) Let's go. It's worth it. 🏂You don't have to ski or snowboard. Just go and experience the snow, ride a gondola, and enjoy the magnificent mountain view. It's worth it. 🗻⛅️ #TravelJapanByYourself #SkiSlopeTour #galayuzawa #PlayingSnow #JapanWorthVisiting #TravelJapan #TravelJapanApril

Skiing at Gala Yuzawa, a snowy town very close to Tokyo, with easy and fast travel by Shinkansen You can stay there or escape for a day trip, return in the morning and return in the evening. Getting to Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort Traveling by Shinkansen from Tokyo or Ueno Station takes about the same amount of time. The train arrives at the destination without any hassle. #TravelJapan #japantrip #galayuzawa #yuzawa #tokyotrip #tokyo #TravelTokyo #TravelJapanByYourself #GetDiscountsWithoutLuck

Gala Yuzawa A ski resort just over an hour from Tokyo, you can easily get there by Shinkansen. With the JR EAST PASS, you can get there by train. Once you get there, the train station is directly connected to the ski resort. You can go here empty-handed with your ski gear. If you didn't bring your ski gear or equipment, they have a full range of services. Importantly, if you're Thai, there are Thais there to pick you up and provide service. It's great. And if you rent equipment or ski gear to go up to the slopes, you can store your personal belongings in the lockers. Note: If you don't ski, you can take the gondola up to the top floor. It's really nice and relaxing. #TravelJapan #SkiResort #TravelTokyo #tokyotrip #tokyotravel #galayuzawa #skitrip

#gala Yuzawa Ski Resort is only about a 40-minute drive from Tokyo. This ski resort is open to everyone, even if you don’t ski. Cable car fares aren’t expensive, but if you just want to play in the snow, it might not be the right place for you. In fact, you can play in the snow from the door near the rental area, almost no one. (No need to take the cable car). There are so many people that it can be dangerous if you don’t pay attention to the skiers. Even the parking spaces were full and we had to walk for 15 minutes to find one. However, there are many other activities to choose from besides skiing. We went in mid-December and were very lucky to encounter heavy snow! It was great, but it was a bit scary! It is recommended to go a little early, 7 o'clock Tokyo departure is almost, even if you go to 8 o'clock nine must be crowded! 🕰️Opening Hours: 8am-5pm 💰Average consumption per person: $300 cable car ticket 🏖️ Environment/Facilities: December has been very heavy snow

It was last minute I included this in my Japan trip itinerary and you know what, worth every penny and every second of my life.! The view is magnificent just like in the movie. I purchased my Gaya Yuzawa package from Trip.com which included return Shinkansen (Bullet train) ride entrance ticket to Gala Yuzawa Gondola ride Chairlift to the bell of love I would recommend to everyone.!#travel #galayuzawasnowresort #japan #ski

#japantrip This snow/ski resort, is accessible for everyone even you are not doing ski. The ticket price for gondola, not too pricey. But, if you only want to play snow, maybe this is not for you. In fact, you can play snow outside the door near the rental area, with barely no one there. (No need to ride the gondola). There were too many people, and it can be dangerous if you are not aware of the ski-people. Even the parking space was full, and we need to find ourselves a parking spot, 15 minutes walking from the entrance. But still, there are many things to do other than skiing that you can choose. We were so lucky to have a snowfalls! But still, it was a good experience for all of us, especially me, who loves Japan the most.

only an hour from tokyo this winter wonderland place is called as Gala Yuzawa. You can go here by riding a shinkashen train from tokyo stations. it takes about 1.30 hour to go there. you can play all kinds of snow activities #japan #tokyostroll

Very nice holiday ever for me I like Tokyo people so kind #travel #couplestrip 📍Address:TokyoGetting There - Galayuzawa snow resort Attractions - Snowboarding Hotels - Asakusa Food & Restaurants - Beef Shopping - Ginza

1 day in Gala Yuzawa was worth! Go by Shinkansen with JR ski pass for only 11.000¥ include the train ticket, gondola and one day lift! There is rental items too, perfect for beginners 💰Average Price per Person: 11.000¥ exclude rental items

First Time Snowboarding at Gala Yuzawa! ❄️🏂 They say you never forget your first time—especially when it involves tumbling down a snowy slope more times than you can count! Today was my very first snowboarding experience, and what better place to do it than at Gala Yuzawa, one of Japan’s most famous ski resorts? From the moment I stepped off the Shinkansen and saw the breathtaking snowy landscape, I knew this was going to be an unforgettable adventure. After renting my gear and getting suited up, I nervously made my way to the beginner slopes. The first few attempts? Let’s just say gravity wasn’t on my side. Falling was inevitable, but each time I got back up, determined to improve. Snowboarding is definitely not as easy as it looks! Balancing on the board, controlling my speed, and figuring out how to stop (without crashing) were all challenges—but the thrill of gliding down the slope, even for a few seconds, made all the struggles worth it. The fresh mountain air, the stunning winter scenery, and the rush of adrenaline—it was pure magic! By the end of the day, I was exhausted but beyond happy. I may not be a pro yet, but this was just the beginning of my snowboarding journey. Would I do it again? Absolutely! If you’re thinking of trying snowboarding, don’t be afraid to start! It’s tough at first, but every fall is part of the fun. Who else remembers their first snowboarding experience? Share your stories with me! ⛷️🏔️✨ #GalaYuzawa #SnowboardingFirstTime #WinterMagic

#skitrip Gala Yuzawa stands out for its unmatched accessibility, as the Shinkansen station is directly connected to the resort, making it a top choice for Tokyo-based visitors. The ski area offers well-groomed slopes, efficient lift systems, and a variety of runs, though expert skiers may find them lacking in challenge. The rental process is smooth, with a wide selection of high-quality gear. Après-ski options include restaurants and an onsen, perfect for relaxation after a day on the slopes. While the resort can be crowded during peak season, the breathtaking mountain views and well-maintained facilities make it a worthwhile destination.