Nozawa Peaks

Nagano Region


This foreigner-friendly place has Japanese-style tatami rooms with futon, some with bathroom, some with shared facilities. There's a large living room, along with drying and ski-storage rooms. The nearest resort lift is five minutes' walk away. Nozawa Peaks is a 10-minute walk south of the village centre.


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