2025 Hachimantai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#tripflyingtoprayforNewYear ❄️🏔️ Review of “Abashi-Kobe Ski Resort Summit Station” – a magnificent snow viewpoint! 🎿✨ If you are looking for the most beautiful snow viewpoint in Tohoku, you must not miss “Abashi-Kobe Ski Resort Summit Station” (APPI Kogen Ski Resort Summit Station) ❄️ This is the highest station of APPI Kogen Ski Resort in Iwate Prefecture, which is famous for its high-quality snow, “Aspen of Japan”. 🇯🇵⛷️ 🌟 Highlights here ✅ Amazing panoramic view! 🏔️ – See the snowy mountains and vast forests of Iwate, beautiful in every season! ✅ Quality Snow “Powder Snow” ❄️ – Skiers and snowboarders will love it! ✅ Very large ski area 🎿 – Suitable for both beginners and pros, with a track length of over 5.5 km! ✅ Super chill gondola 🚠 – Come up and enjoy the view in a chill way, even if you don’t ski! 🚡 How to get to APPI Kogen Ski Resort 🚄 From Tokyo → APPI Kogen 1. Shinkansen 🚅 Take the Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo Station → Morioka (approximately 2 hours) 2. JR train 🚆 From Morioka Station → APPI Kogen Station (approximately 50 minutes) 3. Shuttle Bus 🚌 From APPI Kogen Station to the resort 🚗 Private car – Take the Tohoku Expressway, exit at Iwate-Matsuo IC and drive for another 20 minutes. 🎿 Who is it suitable for? ✔️ Ski/snowboard lovers 🏂 ✔️ People who want to see beautiful snow views ❄️ ✔️ Nature lovers and families who want to play in the snow ⛄ 📌 Summary Yaibi High-class Ski Resort Yamato Station is a paradise for snow lovers and beautiful mountain views 🌨️ If you are looking for a snowy place near Tokyo with fewer people than Hokkaido, this is the perfect choice! 🏔️✨

The concept of Ski In & Ski Out is very attractive to ski enthusiasts. There is a ski resort right outside the door and a cable car station next to it. After skiing, you can go directly back to the hotel to rest. It is convenient and fast! This time we stayed at ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen in Appi Kogen. Here is a detailed experience sharing to let you know the pros and cons of this hotel. 🗻About accommodation at Appi Kogen Ski Resort - There are three hotels in Appi Kogen Ski Resort, all of which belong to the IHG InterContinental Hotels Group: 🏨 ANA InterContinental Resort Appi Kogen 🏨 ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen 🏨 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Appi Kogen - These hotels are located in front of the ski resort, and the cable car station is just a few steps away from the room⛷️, realizing true Ski In & Ski Out, attracting many ski enthusiasts to stay. (All at your own expense) We chose ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, which was renamed in December 2021. Its biggest selling point is the convenience of Ski In & Ski Out. It takes about 1.5 hours by bus from JR Morioka Station to the hotel entrance. The transportation is relatively convenient and very friendly to skiers. However, the check-in experience was not satisfactory. 🏢 Hotel exterior and room facilities - The hotel's exterior is khaki in color, which contrasts sharply with the white snow, but it lacks aesthetic appeal and looks old and dull 😕. - We stayed in a Premium Twin Beds with 2 Sofa Beds room. The room conditions are as follows: - The space is large, but the facilities are old. The carpet, wardrobe, table, cabinet and sofa all have obvious signs of age. The bathroom is a typical Japanese style with all-plastic material. - The room is clean and odorless. After turning on the humidifier at night, the sleep quality is pretty good🛌 - The rooms with mountain views can see a silvery white snow, the scenery is still very charming❄️ 🍽️ Dining Experience This was our biggest disappointment, the dining experience did not feel at all commensurate with the room rate. - Buffet dinner and breakfast experience provided by the hotel: - The restaurant is filled with a strong smell of oil smoke, which makes people feel a little uncomfortable from the moment they enter the door🤢 - The buffet restaurant is overcrowded and you need to "fight" for food with other guests🍽️ - The food quality is average, it feels like the standard of a cheap canteen. Although it is filling, the overall experience is very poor 🥲 - After eating, I was full of fumes and had to go back to the room to take a shower again🛁 🛁 Bathhouse and hot spring experience - There are simple bathing areas and pools on site, where you can relax after skiing, but the facilities are rather basic. - Guests staying overnight will receive a free coupon for Shirakaba Onsen, which is about 10 minutes away by shuttle bus: - The Baihua Hot Spring is an open-air design with multiple hot spring pools. The environment is very comfortable and the bathing experience is relaxing🛀 - The hot spring provides a set of towels for each person, so you don't need to bring your own, which is very considerate🪥 - The only small drawback is that the vending machine in the hot spring does not sell milk. If you want to drink milk, it is recommended to buy it in advance at the store. 🧐Summary and suggestions - advantage - Ski In & Ski Out is very convenient. The hotel is within walking distance to the ski resort, which is very convenient for ski enthusiasts⛷️ - The room is large, the view is beautiful, and the sleeping environment is good🛌 - The free Baihua Hot Spring voucher is a plus, the hot spring experience is great🛀 - shortcoming - The hotel facilities are old, and the exterior and interior of the room lack freshness and modernity😕 - The buffet dining experience is very poor, the quality does not match the room rate, and it makes people feel that the cost performance is low🍴 - The room rate is high, and the overall comfort level is not as good as other small hotels that are a little further away from the ski resort but have better services Although the convenience of Ski In & Ski Out is impeccable, the room comfort and food quality here are somewhat disappointing compared to other small hotels more than 10 minutes' drive from the ski resort. If you are looking for the convenience of skiing and don't have high requirements for facilities and dining, this hotel may be suitable for you. But if you value accommodation comfort and dining experience more, you can consider a small hotel that is a little further away from the ski resort, which may be more cost-effective. Hotel Name: ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen Address: 〒028-7306 117-17 Appi Plateau, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture Price: Approximately HKD 3,000 to 3,500 (January 2024) If you want to know more about Appi Kogen Ski Resort, including official ski lessons or experiences at other nearby hotels, you can visit my homepage for a detailed introduction! ✨ #globaltravel #Tohoku #Appi Plateau #Japantravel #Japanattractions #Japanhotels #Japanskiing #Iwate #skiresorts

At Appi Kogen Ski Resort, in addition to the high-priced Ski In & Out hotels, there are actually more cost-effective and cozy small hotel options! After a night at the ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, we moved to the Apikogen Mori no Hotel, which is just a 10-minute drive from the ski resort. 🚐 Pick-up and drop-off arrangements - The hotel provides free pick-up service from ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen where we stayed on the first night to Apikogen Mori no Hotel. There are also shuttle buses to and from the ski resort or nearby stations. It is super convenient! - The service of the pick-up driver was impressive. He carried two suitcases weighing more than 20 kg in one hand, and moved them from the car to the hotel lobby without dropping them. He was professional and dedicated 👏, which made people feel very warm. 🛌 Room - (All at your own expense) We stayed in a Japanese Style Room and needed to make our own beds😄. - When you open the curtains, you will see a large floor-to-ceiling window. The snow scene outside the window is as beautiful as a painting. The pure white makes people relax instantly❄️. - At HK$500 per night, including breakfast and dinner, the room was very clean and cozy, and the price/performance ratio was surprisingly high! - In addition to the basic baths and large baths, you can also reserve a private open-air bath 🌌. After skiing, you can feel that all the fatigue of the day has been healed. 🍲 Food - Dinner was served in the restaurant. We did not meet other guests that night. The atmosphere was quiet and comfortable, perfect for a relaxing meal. - Dinner features Wagyu hot pot, served with exquisite sashimi appetizers, fresh vegetables and fragrant rice steamed with scallops🍲. The two meals I had at ANA Crowne Plaza were really disappointing, but the wagyu hotpot here was so delicious that it almost moved me to tears 😭! - Breakfast is a combination of Japanese and Western buffet, with meat, vegetables, eggs, starch, and each person also has a plate of exquisite side dishes 🍳. Eat well and have enough energy for skiing⛷️! 🤗 Hotel service warms people's heart - The charm of a small hotel lies in its human touch. The staff here are very friendly, the service is attentive and considerate, making people feel as warm as at home❤️. - Whether it is pick-up and drop-off arrangements, dining services or other needs, the overall feeling is very thoughtful, making our entire journey more enjoyable. Hotel name: Apikogen Mori no Hotel Address: 605-30 Appikogen, Hachimantai, Iwate 028-7306, Japan Price: Approximately HK$500 (available in January 2024) If you want to know more tips about ski resorts or other hotels, you can check out my homepage! ⛷️✨ #globaltravel #japanskiing #iwate #skiresort #japantravel #japanattractions #japanhotels #appi-kogen #tohoku

Appi Kogen Ski Resort (Appi Kogen Ski Resort) is located in Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan, and is a paradise for ski enthusiasts. Whether you are a novice or an expert, you can find a slide that suits you here🎿✨ Ski resort highlights❄️ - Geographic location 📍 Located in Appi Plateau, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, at 40 degrees north latitude, with an altitude of approximately 1,304 meters. The area has a highland climate with an average annual temperature of about 6°C and winter temperatures can drop to -15°C. The snow accumulation exceeds 2 meters every year, so remember to prepare for the cold before setting off🧣. - Snow quality features✨ The ski resort is famous for its extremely dry "aspirin snow", which has very low water content and is not easy to clump even when you grab it with your hands. This kind of snow quality makes the slide smoother and remains stable all day long, making the skiing experience easy and enjoyable⛷️. - Ski season 📅 The ski resort is usually open from early December to early May of the following year. The 2024-2025 ski season is expected to operate until May 6, but the specific date is still subject to the official website announcement. Snow Conditions Review ❄️ - Measured in mid-January 2024 The temperature was between 0°C and 5°C, and the snow was slightly harder at the foot of the mountain due to melting snow in the sun, but it was still high-quality powder snow at the top of the mountain. The snow groomer grooms the novice trail every day, the snow conditions are stable and easy to control, the overall experience is very pleasant👍 Ski slope introduction 🎿 - The ski resort has 21 ski slopes, suitable for skiers of different levels - Ski resort data highlights: Total skiing distance is 43,100 meters | The longest single skiing distance is 5,500 meters 🌟 The maximum height difference is 708 meters | The maximum slope is 34 degrees - Recommended for beginners to experience the green line🟢 The longest green line is 5,500 meters long and slides all the way down from the top of the mountain. The scenery along the way is magnificent and it takes about an hour to complete the slide. It should be noted that there is a short and steep section at the top of the mountain, close to the cliff on the right, and novice skiers need to pay attention to braking skills ⚠️. Snowboarders can simply sit down to slow down if they can't brake. Although the process is a bit exciting, it is definitely worth a try and you will never forget it! How to get to the ski resort 🚗 - From Tokyo By JR Shinkansen, it takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes from Tokyo Station to Morioka Station 🚄. - From Iwate Hanamaki Airport By bus, it takes about 45 minutes to get to Morioka Station🚌. - Morioka Station to Ski Resort Take the bus from the West Exit of Morioka Station and arrive at the "ANA Crowne Plaza" station in about 1 hour and 29 minutes. It is about a 5-minute walk to the ski resort🎿. Hanamaki Airport also provides a shuttle bus directly to the ski resort, but it is only available to guests staying at the ski resort hotel. You need to make an appointment in advance and provide your accommodation order number📝. Facilities and Services 🏔️ - Ski equipment rental Ski equipment rental is available at a cost of approximately HK$700 per day. - Lockers The same-day locker is located at the entrance of the ski resort and you need to re-insert coins after opening it. The overnight lockers are located next to the underground ski school. You need to put coins in again after opening them. The location is slightly off, so it is recommended to plan how to use them in advance. - Shops and Restaurants The shopping street in the ski resort offers a variety of products such as snow equipment, snacks, souvenirs, and pain medicines. The restaurant has a wide variety of options, offering delicious choices such as ramen, curry rice, etc. The food is known for its high quality 🍜🍛. - Ski In/Out Hotel Accommodation The room rates at ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen within the ski resort are relatively high and the price-performance ratio is average. If your budget is limited, you can choose a more cost-effective hotel nearby, such as Apikogen Mori no Hotel. For more accommodation and course information, please refer to my other articles. Business hours: 08:30 to 20:00 (nighttime operation hours are subject to official website announcement) Address: 028-7395 Appi Plateau, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture Ticket prices: Blue Standard Pass - 1-day pass 7,500 yen & 2-day pass 14,500 yen In other articles, I have introduced the official ski courses at Appi Kogen, the Ski In Out hotel ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, and the nearby hotel Apikogen Mori no Hotel. If you are interested, you can visit my homepage to check it out. #globaltravel #Japantravel #Japanattractions #Japanskiing #Iwate #Appi Plateau #Tohoku

#helloautumn Mt. Iwate, one of mountains representing Hachimatai region, has been familiar as a mountain of faith to people since ancient times, and it is popular with many climbers still today. It shows various scenes depending on angle of view. Also known as “Nanbu-Katafuji” (the Nanbu domain’s mountain with one side of the flank shape uniquely resembling Mt. Fuji), it is famous especially for its beautifully spreading skirt of the east ridge and the rugged west ridgeline. On Mt. Iwate, there are seven unique climbing trails. The feature here is that a variety of climbing experiences can be enjoyed depending on how you combine climbing and descending routes. From the top, a whole view of wide-ranging Northern Tohoku region can be seen. And the numerous stone Buddha statues as well as the Inner Sanctuary of Iwatesan-jinja Shrine transmit a tradition of mountain worship to the present day.

Hachimantai is a famous scenic spot in Iwate Prefecture. Of course it's a popular tourist destination, but many people also come to climb the mountain, and there were many visitors of all ages, from young to old. This nature park is also on the border between Akita and Iwate prefectures. Make sure to take a photo as a souvenir. Unfortunately, there was a lot of fog on the day, and as you can see in the photo, we couldn't see a thing. On clear days, it seems that a beautiful blue landscape spreads out below. #DomesticTravel

#Overseas Tour Ambi Plateau - This time chose a more northeastern place to carry out skiing trip The large bath bathhouse is very comfortable, all the hot water measures are adequate Basically you can take a bath with a yukata, will definitely come back here. Value for money: 9.5 points

This 5-star luxury hotel even has a large public bath (hot spring) and sauna, so you can enjoy the best hotel stay. We stayed in the 131 square meter "Appi Suite" with two bedrooms. The king-size bedroom has glass on two sides, so you can relax while looking at the nature of Appi Kogen. This is the latest InterContinental hotel that opened in February 2022, and the hardware is very wonderful. All rooms are club rooms, and all guests can receive club lounge service. Breakfast, afternoon tea, and cocktail time can be enjoyed in the lounge. Due to our circumstances, afternoon tea was charged to the room. The hot spring large bath has a rock bath, a cypress bath, an open-air bath, and a sauna, so you can enjoy it at your leisure. Although there were many young staff members who were clumsy at times, they were very hard-working and I liked them. 📍ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort Address: 117 Appi Kogen, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, 028-7306 Atmosphere: Luxury, modern, resort Facilities: Large public bath, sauna, spa, gym Recommended: Indoor cypress bath (view bath)

This 5-star luxury hotel even has a large public bath (hot spring) and sauna, allowing you to enjoy the best hotel stay. We stayed in the 131 square meter "Appi Suite". The king-sized bedroom has glass on two sides, allowing you to relax while looking out at the nature of Appi Kogen. The latest InterContinental Hotel opened in February 2022. The hardware is excellent. All rooms are club rooms, and all guests can enjoy club lounge service. Breakfast, afternoon tea, and cocktail time can be enjoyed in the lounge. Due to our circumstances, afternoon tea was charged to the room. The hot spring large bath has a rock bath, a cypress bath, an open-air bath, and a sauna, so you can enjoy it at your leisure. Although there were many young staff members who were clumsy at times, they were very hard-working and I liked them. 📍ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort Address: 117 Appi Kogen, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture, 028-7306 Atmosphere: Luxury modern Facilities: Large bath, sauna, spa, gym Recommended: Indoor cypress bath (view bath), #Autumn trip #Accommodation report

I rented a full set of ski equipment at Appi Kogen Ski Resort in Iwate Prefecture. 🎿 I stayed at the nearby ANA Crowne Plaza Appi Kogen, so I rented it there. Since I had made a reservation in advance, it was set up and ready when I arrived, so I was able to rent it smoothly! They have a wide selection of kids' sizes, and there is also an indoor practice area for children, so it's safe for families with children. 📍〒028-7306 Appi Kogen, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture #ski resort #iwate #trip2022

The gentle lemon yellow of Hotel Appi Grand Main Building & Tower is a landmark of Appi Kogen. Appi Kogen is a place where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding to your heart's content on the world-famous, superb powder snow. Located at 40 degrees north latitude, next to Hachimantai, one of Japan's largest areas of frost-covered trees, Appi Kogen boasts a course layout that mainly features north-facing slopes. This favorable location allows you to fully enjoy the powder snow with low humidity and superb quality. Appi Kogen Ski Resort is a large slope representing Tohoku, with a total of 21 courses and a total run distance of 43,100m. In the green season, you can enjoy various leisure activities such as golf, activities, and glamping while enjoying the great outdoors of Appi. At APPI Resort Hotels, which also accommodates long-term stays and includes Hotel Appi Grand Main Building & Tower, you can enjoy Japanese delicacies and cuisine from various cultures. In addition, the largest hot spring in Tohoku, Shirakaba no Yu, is popular with travelers from all over the world! There are plenty of activities and Japanese culture to satisfy you to the fullest. ≪Restaurant≫ We offer dishes made with plenty of ingredients grown in Iwate's land, which is rich in seasonal expressions. Iwate Prefecture, where Hachimantai and Appi Highlands are located, is a major producer of safe and delicious agricultural and marine products. The prefecture is surrounded by ingredients that fascinate visitors to the area, such as the abundant seafood of the Sanriku Coast, one of the world's leading fishing grounds, livestock products such as Maezawa Beef, the highest quality brand in Japan, and Iwate Tankaku Beef, a legendary beef that has been recognized as a food world heritage site, highland vegetables that take advantage of the cool climate of the plateau, and seasonal wild vegetables and mushrooms that grow wild around Appi. We strive to prepare safe, delicious, and healthy dishes from such rich ingredients to meet the needs of our guests. In addition, for guests with food allergies, reduced salt intake, or long-term stays, we can prepare a "chef's choice menu" by prior request. The Japanese restaurant "Nanajigure" received local halal certification from MHC Co., Ltd. on June 28, 2014. In accordance with the guidelines, we will provide local halal cuisine for dinner and breakfast. All ingredients and seasonings for local halal cuisine are approved by MHC Co., Ltd. ≪Guest Rooms≫ The convenient main building offers rooms ranging from twin to maisonette, depending on the number of guests. The rooms have a refreshing view from the window, and there is a wide variety of rooms to choose from depending on the type of guests, such as families and friends. The Imperial Suite, the highest-class suite on the top floor (19th floor) of the Tower Building, offers a magnificent view that can only be enjoyed from the top floor. The Japanese Suite, which incorporates traditional Japanese elements, is a high-quality, modern space. In the cypress indoor bath, where you can enjoy the magnificent view from the high floors, you can spend a special time that is different from your daily life. Enjoy a luxurious resort stay in a spacious room with a relaxed atmosphere, gazing out the large windows at the highland scenery. #Hotel Appi Grand #Hotel #Iwate #Skiing #Glamping

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Drive up the mountain and come to the Observatory of the Towada Lake and the Lotus Station at an altitude of more than 600 meters. The fog is still heavy. This angle is from the vicinity of the Zhongshan Peninsula, the Yucang Peninsula, and the Towada Mountains. Look at the most beautiful posters when the lakeside forest is full of thrift, just enjoy the greenery in front of the mountain, look forward to the fall. Leaving Akita Prefecture and entering Matsukawa Onsen in Iwate Prefecture. The "Shinagawa Village" visited this time is located in the Hachimantai National Park. It has been 57 years old and uses electricity and steam supply from nearby geothermal power plants. Ingredients and hot springs are all from this land. You can stay or specialize in hot springs. The hot springs are divided into indoor large baths and open-air hot springs, and open-air hot springs are divided into female-only and mixed-use baths. In fact, there are two different springs, and the pool water in the mixed bath is milky white. Buy a towel (or bring your own) before you bathe. You can also buy an egg (50 yen), write a mark on the marker, put it in a small basket, and bring a special bucket to the hot spring. Because there are no other people in the open-air hot spring, I took a picture by the way (good children don't follow suit). The environment is really like ~ life experience list and another one.

Shikikan Saito is a hot spring inn located near Appi Kogen in Iwate Prefecture, where you can relax in nature and delicious food. Surrounded by lush forests, you can spend a relaxing time enjoying the beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. The warm hospitality of this inn makes you feel as if you are visiting a villa. The rooms range from standard to luxurious open-air baths, and each room has a calming atmosphere with the warmth of wood. In particular, in rooms where you can feel close to nature, you can enjoy a relaxing time while looking out at the forest from the window. There is also a large public bath and a private bath, and soaking in the hot spring water will slowly soothe your travel fatigue. And if you stay here, you should definitely look forward to the food. The kaiseki cuisine, which uses plenty of local Iwate ingredients, is visually gorgeous and full of seasonal flavors. The time to leisurely enjoy the delicious food will make your stay at this inn even more special. This is the perfect place for an adult's reward trip, where you can forget about your daily routine and be surrounded by nature and delicious food. #Shikikan Saito #Iwate Onsen Ryokan #Near Appi Kogen #Inn surrounded by forest #Rooms with open-air baths #Iwate gourmet #Onsen trip #Relaxing trip for adults #Inn where you can feel the four seasons #Reward stay #Accommodation trip

One of the best place in the world. #snowboarding #skiing

Hachimantai straddles Iwate and Akita prefectures The Aspite Line is a 27km long driveway that crosses Hachimantai "Aspite" is the name of a volcano that looks like a shield This area is also a heavy snow area and is closed to traffic in winter The road closure is lifted after mid-April By that time, several meters of snow has been packed down to create a snow corridor Speaking of snow corridors, the famous "Yuki no Otani" in Hokuriku is famous, but this one is recommended because it is free to visit Such driveways are also a spring feature unique to Japan 📍Hachimantai Aspite Line "Snow Corridor" Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture No parking lot Scheduled to open on April 15, 2025

ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort Located in Appi Kogen, Hachimantai, Iwate, Japan, the address is 117-46 Appi Kogen, Hachimantai, Iwate. Appi Kogen is a famous ski resort in the Tohoku region of Japan, about a four-hour drive from Tokyo. Hotel facilities 1. Guest rooms: • The hotel has 38 guest rooms, offering 7 types of rooms, including presidential suites, Appi suites, one-bedroom suites with balconies, etc. • The room design is inspired by the natural landscape of Appi Kogen, decorated with traditional Japanese washi paper and Iwate craft furniture. Some rooms have indoor cypress bathtubs, offering views of the ski resort in all seasons. 2. Dining: • The hotel has several restaurants offering a variety of options, including Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, buffets, and more. • The SHIRATSUYU restaurant in the hotel combines local ingredients and Western cuisine to provide an innovative dining experience. 3. Leisure facilities: • The hot spring bath offers rock baths and cypress baths to help guests relax. • The hotel also has a gym, heated swimming pool, karaoke, and other entertainment facilities. 4. Other facilities: • The hotel offers multilingual services, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and other services. • The hotel lobby offers welcome drinks, afternoon tea, aperitif time, and breakfast the next day. Special experience • The hotel is located near the Appi Kogen ski resort, making it very convenient for skiing in and out in winter. • The hotel has an observation deck on the roof, offering stunning views of the ski resort. • The hotel also offers a luxurious "turndown service" to create a comfortable sleeping environment for guests. Honors • ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort opened in March 2022 and won the "2022 WORLD LUXURY HOTEL AWARDS" luxury resort award in October of the same year. • In July 2024, the hotel was rated as the first Michelin-starred hotel in the Tohoku region of Japan by the Michelin Guide. Transportation • The hotel is about 3 km from JR Appi Kogen Station, and guests can take a taxi to the hotel.

#0yentravelnovember Matsukawa Onsen Kyounso Matsukawa Onsen Kyounso is an unpretentious hot spring inn surrounded by trees. The simple rooms are equipped with flat screen TVs and tea sets. There are also Japanese-style rooms with futons and low tables, and in-room dining is available. 【Information】 Address: Matsukawa Onsen, Matsuo Yoriki Hachimantai City Iwate Prefecture 028-7302 Phone number: 0195782256

#Maple Viewing We accidentally ended up on a maple viewing trip. The Japanese weather is really accurate, and the prediction of red maple leaves is also accurate. Although only this area has red maple leaves, we are really lucky. The brother and sister had a lot of fun walking around the Hachimantai Onuma Lake Trail. The weather was great and the sun shining on the lake and leaves was beautiful~ Although the weather is cold, there is sunshine, and it is very pleasant to walk on the trail and enjoy the maple leaves. The entire trail around the lake is designed to be easy to walk and suitable for all ages. The views from every angle are beautiful. Hachimantai Onuma Lake Circumference Trail 〒018-5141 Hachimantai, Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture #Chance to meet the red maple leaves #Japan #Tohoku #Viewing the maple leaves #Hachimantai #Seeing the maple leaves #100 ways to travel #familytravel

📍Appi Kogen Art Project in Appi Kogen "Butterfly Journey" by Mika Ninagawa---------------------------- This is a gondola🦋A gondola decorated by Ninagawa heads to the venue at the top of the mountain... an exciting experience✨It takes about 15 minutes to reach the top✨Each of the 20 gondolas has a different interior, so it's fun to see which one you get♪There are a few gondolas in operation, and a few regular gondolas, so you wait for the right timing to board🚠It's really wonderful how the appearance changes depending on the light...✨(Can you see that the first and second pictures are slightly different?)While I was waiting to board at night, I also took a quick photo of the inside of a few other gondolas📸It's a rare experience, so it will be open until the autumn leaves season, so please start planning now🍁--------------------------------------- 🗓2022.8.6〜10.30 ⏰Day 10:00~Last boarding up 15:30 (Last boarding down 16:00) Night 16:40~Last boarding up 19:20 (Last boarding down 20:40) *Night is only on Fridays, Saturdays and certain days. 🎫Adults ¥2,800 (tax included) / Elementary school students ¥1,900 (tax included) / Preschoolers Free *¥200 discount for hotel guests in the Appi area 🚃Get off at the nearest Appi Kogen Station (about 60 minutes) #0 yen trip #Appi Kogen

Dragon Eye, Hachimantai, Japan 八幡平ドラゴンアイ Photo taken on May 15, 67 Dragon Eye or Dragon Eye (Kagami-numa) is located in the Hachimantai Mountains, Akita Prefecture, Tohoku Region, Japan. You can get there by renting a car or taking a bus from Morioka, Iwate Prefecture on the Hachimantai Aspite Route, a distance of over 20 km between Akita-Iwate. For outdoor enthusiasts who like to walk and enjoy nature, we recommend Dragon Eye, which is only available once a year, from Mid May to Mid June (best time: late May+/- depending on the weather each year). Preparation: Check the weather and prepare for the unstable cold weather on the high mountains. Wear waterproof, non-slip hiking shoes because there is snow along the way. #tripแจกโรงแรมฟรี #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่นเดียวเดียว

Hachimantai, located at the border of Iwate Prefecture and Akita Prefecture, is a beginner-level hiking route suitable for all ages. Although the highest point of the mountain is 1,613 meters above sea level, it may seem daunting, but in fact, you can easily take a car to the Hachimantai Mountain Rest Station at an altitude of 1,580 meters. The only part that really requires strength to reach the summit is a short distance, so whether you are a child, an elderly person or a novice hiker, you can definitely reach the summit easily. Hachimantai Summit Rest Area Address: Mt. Hachimantai, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture #Iwate Prefecture #Hachimantai

Hachimantai National Park has been opened. The drive up is quite smooth and there is no traffic jam. You will first go to the free parking lot and then to the paid parking lot at the visitor center. There are also many parking spaces on the roadside. The highest snow wall at present, Hachimantai Aspite Line, is about three or four people high #八幡平觀台 #Hachimantai

#trip Iwate Prefecture-Appi Kogen Crown Hotel Address: Bafu Heianbi Plateau Ski Resort Environment/Facilities - Ski in/ski out ski hotel with bathing area, public bath, hot spring - Shirakaba no Yu has a unique flavor, and a bath after skiing will make you feel refreshed. Features: You can get up and run on the snow every day, and ski equipment is easily rented at the ski resort:) There are beginner and advanced options. The hotel has KTV rooms and table tennis rooms for adults, and claw machines and mini ball pools for children. The store has all the necessary facilities for snacks and souvenirs. Western, Japanese and Chinese restaurants are available, with buffets suitable for men, women, young and old, and the staff are friendly with smiles. Price per person: HKD$2000 including breakfast and dinner Rating – 9/10

Hachimantai aspite line This road runs between Iwate and Akita prefectures in the Tohoku region of Japan. The road winds along the mountain road for about 27 kilometers and passes the top of Mt. Hachimantai. Tourists often drive to see the beautiful scenery on both sides of the road, which changes with the seasons. From the road, you can see a blue lake amidst a pine forest. The most popular time for tourists is during the autumn leaves season. #discoveryourownjapan #japantohoku

The shop is near Yakehashiri Yoganryu, a tourist attraction. Homey, Western-style food, the shop is not very big, there is a parking lot in front of the shop, not many tables, no big tables. A lot of food, delicious, not expensive, around 1,000-2,000 yen. If anyone comes to this area, I recommend you to try it. The homemade cheesecake is also delicious, but it's so full that I ordered it back to eat at the hotel. I ate it the next day and it was still delicious. Not too sweet, smooth texture, fragrant cheese.

It was formed by the lava flow that erupted from the Iwate volcano. The lava hardened into a large area, turning into black rocks. Around it, there is a view of the mountains behind, making it a very beautiful view. I went in November, which was the autumn season. It was beautiful. There is a large parking lot below. I recommend wearing comfortable sports shoes because you have to walk up a lot of stairs. I went in November. The wind was very strong. Prepare a jacket. There were few people. The atmosphere was good. The view was very beautiful.

Spacious hot spring hotel Snow fields in Hachimantai The warm Japanese uncle at the ski resort. An unforgettable memory. A must-do in 2023. Finish.