GALA YUZAWA

The Closest Ski Resort to Tokyo: A Winter Wonderland Awaits

This ski resort boasts unparalleled accessibility, offering a direct bullet train connection from Tokyo. Its convenient location earns it a perfect score in terms of ease of travel.

For city dwellers accustomed to the tropical heat, encountering snow is always a thrilling experience. The excitement of fresh powder, however, is tempered by the occasional strong wind that sends shivers down the spine.

Despite its proximity to the bustling metropolis, the resort remains relatively uncrowded, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the vast ski slopes and cozy restaurants without feeling overwhelmed.

Those who are tired after playing in the snow are recommended to walk into the building. You will see a clear and beautiful view. Go up to the second floor, which is the restaurant area. The food is at a normal rate and there is no price increase. Sit and enjoy the food while enjoying the view. It's sooooooooooooooooo beautiful.

For first-time skiers, there is a separate zone where you can practice on a gentle slope before moving on to more challenging terrain.

Traveling to Gala Yuzawa

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From Tokyo Station, take the Joetsu Shinkansen (Toki, Max Toki, Tanigawa, and Max Tanigawa) to GALA Yuzawa Station. The journey takes approximately 90 minutes (direct, no transfers). This train line only stops at GALA Yuzawa Station during the ski resort's operating season (December 20 - May 6). The round-trip reserved seat train ticket costs 14,180 yen per person. (However, using the JR Wide Pass for just one day is more than worth it.)

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After exiting the Shinkansen, we will be in a 3-story building (the blue area in the image above) that houses both the GALA Yuzawa train station and the Ski Center. Each floor offers the following amenities:

Floor 1: GALA Yuzawa Station (Joetsu Shinkansen), Bus Station

Floor 2:

• Entrance to GALA Yuzawa Station
• Information
• Shops: Convenience store, souvenir shop
• Restaurants
• Ski rental shop
• Lockers
• Gondola Station (Gondola Diligence Station)

Floor 3: SPA GALA-NO-YU, Locker room, Ski equipment rental shop

Note: Allow time for a stroll through Echigo Yuzawa, a charming village. The station is located before GALA Yuzawa. After skiing, you can take a train back one station or take the lift down to the first floor and ride a bus for about 10 minutes to enjoy a change of scenery (free service).

Skiing at Gala Yuzawa with JR TOKYO Wide Pass

This guide provides instructions on how to enjoy skiing at Gala Yuzawa with the JR TOKYO Wide Pass.

Discounts and Packages:

Holders of the JR TOKYO Wide Pass receive discounts on ski packages. Three options are available, with the first including rental fees for shoes, gloves, and gondola rides.

Steps to Access the Ski Slope:

1. Present your JR Wide Pass when purchasing tickets to receive the discount.
2. Choose your package and receive three tickets: one for equipment rental, one for the gondola ride up, and one for the gondola ride down.
3. Fill out the rental form for shoes, gloves, and a snowboard (brown form for Thai nationals, available in Thai). Include personal information and shoe size in centimeters. One form per group is sufficient, indicating the number of people.
4. Submit the completed form and your passport to the staff.
5. Receive your shoes, gloves, and a card for the ski lift (the lift card is obtained at the top).

Additional Information:

• Lockers are available for storing belongings.
• If your shoes are too large, you can exchange them.
• Additional winter clothing rentals are available.

Enjoy your skiing adventure at Gala Yuzawa!

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