Niigata

Maiko Snow Resort One Day Bus Tour with Hot Spring Ticket from Tokyo

Enjoy a one-day trip to Maiko Snow Resort with direct bus travel from Tokyo. Spend the day skiing, snowboarding, or relaxing in the hot springs. With gear rentals and lift tickets included, it’s an easy and fun way to experience winter in Japan.

Location

Niigata

Enjoy a fun winter adventure with the Maiko Snow Resort One-Day Bus Tour from Tokyo! Travel easily on a direct bus from Ikebukuro to Maiko Snow Resort, located in Niigata’s Minamiuonuma City. The resort is great for everyone, from beginners and families to experienced skiers. It has 26 slopes to choose from, including a long 6,000-meter course. Kids can have fun in the special Kids Park, which is perfect for tubing and playing in the snow.

After a full day of skiing or snowboarding, relax in the resort’s hot springs with a ticket included in the tour. You can bring your own gear or rent equipment at the Maiko Day Trip Ski Center, which also has restaurants and everything you need for a comfortable day. This one-day trip is a perfect mix of snow fun and relaxation, making it an easy and enjoyable way to experience Japan’s winter season.

What’s Covered

Round-trip bus transportation from Tokyo (Ikebukuro)
One-day lift ticket (daytime only)
Ski or snowboard rental (includes skis/poles/boots or snowboard/boots)
Full clothing rental (if applicable to the plan)
Hot spring bathing ticket (towel not included)

What’s Extra

Towel rental or purchase for hot springs
Food and drinks at the resort restaurants

Good to Know

Kids under 15 must have a guardian aged 18 or older with them. Traveling alone is not allowed.
Children under 6 years old cannot join this tour.
If you want to change your return drop-off to Shinjuku, let the driver know when you board the bus.
Collect rental equipment at the Day Trip Ski Center's rental shop.
Lift tickets and hot spring passes can be picked up at the Day Trip Ski Center ticket counter. Full instructions will be provided at the bus meeting point.
Accessories like gloves, goggles, and hats are available for purchase, but stock may be limited. Bringing your own is suggested.
If you need winter clothing, please select a plan that includes clothing rental.
Essentials such as socks, hats, and undergarments are not provided, so pack these items in advance.
Each tour has a maximum capacity of 40 participants.
Book your spot by 1:00 PM the day before your trip.
Check out this link for all the details about the meeting point: click here.

Tour Itinerary

Meeting Point

Sunshine City Cultural Hall, Bus Terminal (Ikebukuro Station East Exit)

Meet at the Big Holiday Tour Reception Counter on the 1st floor of Sunshine City Cultural Hall. A staff member in a yellow (fluorescent) jumper or vest will be available to assist.

Time: 7:00 AM

Address: 1F Sunshine Cultural Hall, 3-1-4 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-8630

Departure from Tokyo

The bus leaves at 7:15 AM for a direct trip to Maiko Snow Resort. Sit back and relax during the comfortable three-hour journey.

Time: Depart at 7:15 AM

Arrival at Maiko Snow Resort

You will arrive at the Maiko Day Trip Ski Center at around 10:20 AM. Collect your lift tickets and sort out any rental gear before heading out to enjoy the day.

Time: Arrival at approximately 10:20 AM

Free Time at the Resort

Spend up to six hours enjoying everything the resort has to offer. Whether skiing, snowboarding, relaxing in the hot springs, or exploring the Kids Park with family, there’s plenty to keep you entertained.

Return from Maiko Snow Resort

The bus departs from the resort at 4:30 PM, so make sure you finish your activities, including any hot spring visits, with enough time to spare.

Time: Depart at 4:30 PM

Arrival Back in Tokyo

You’ll arrive back in Ikebukuro at around 7:50 PM or Shinjuku at approximately 8:20 PM. Let the driver know in advance if you want to be dropped off at Shinjuku instead of Ikebukuro.

From $126

/person

Minimum 1 passenger per booking

A cancellation fee of 20% of the total booking amount applies if you cancel 10 days before the activity before 00:00:00 in the local time of the activity.

A cancellation fee of 30% of the total booking amount applies if you cancel 7 days before the activity before 00:00:00 in the local time of the activity.

A cancellation fee of 40% of the total booking amount applies if you cancel 1 day before the activity before 00:00:00 in the local time of the activity.

A cancellation fee of 50% of the total booking amount applies if you cancel 0 days before the activity before 00:00:00 in the local time of the activity.

The booking cannot be canceled or changed.

Itinerary

Sunshine City Cultural Hall (Scheduled at 07:15)

1F Sunshine Cultural Hall, 3-1-4 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

Meet at the Big Holiday Tour Reception Counter on the 1st floor of Sunshine City Cultural Hall. A staff member in a yellow (fluorescent) jumper or vest will be available to assist.

Maiko Snow Resort (Est. 10:20)

Duration: 6 hours

You will arrive at the Maiko Day Trip Ski Center at around 10:20 AM. Collect your lift tickets and sort out any rental gear before heading out to enjoy the day.