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* The "SL Minakami" from Takasaki Station is a seasonal train. Please be aware of operating days, etc.
Minakami Kogen Liner
During the winter season, the free shuttle service will be discontinued and the Minakami Kogen Liner (fees apply) will be in operation.
The Minakami Kogen Liner requires a reservation. Please make your reservation online by 5:00 PM the day before.
Reservations will be accepted from 11:00 on November 14, 2025 (online sales only).
Minakami Kogen Liner Timetable
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| Outbound | |||||||
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| Connecting flights | Minakami Kogen Liner Timetable (Outbound) | ||||||
| Departing from Tokyo Station | → | Arriving at Jomo-Kogen Station | Departing from Jomo-Kogen Station | → | Departing from Minakami Station | → | Arrival at the hotel |
| 6:36 | 7:50 | 1st flight 8:10 | 8:30 | 9:20 | |||
| 10:16 | 11:18 | 3rd flight 11:35 | - | 12:35 | |||
| 13:40 | 14:43 | 5th flight 15:00 | - | 16:00 | |||
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| Return journey | |||||||
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| Minakami Kogen Liner Timetable (Return) | Connecting flights | ||||||
| From the hotel | → | Arriving at Minakami Station | → | Arriving at Jomo-Kogen Station | Departing from Jomo-Kogen Station | → | Arriving at Tokyo Station |
| 2nd flight 10:00 | - | 11:00 | 11:46 | 13:00 | |||
| 4th flight 13:40 | - | 14:40 | 15:25 | 16:28 | |||
| Flight 6 17:00 | 17:50 | 18:10 | 18:44 | 19:52 | |||
Fare (one-way regular fare)
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| Adults (13 years old and over/junior high school students and above) | Children (7-12 years old/elementary school students) | Toddlers (1-6 years old) | |
| Advance purchase (credit card payment) | 1,000 yen | 500 yen | 500 yen |
| Purchase on the day on board (cash only) | 1,500 yen | 500 yen | 500 yen |
- * Infants (0 years old): Free of charge only when riding on an adult's lap (child fare required for seats)
- *On-board purchases on the day are only possible if there are seats available.
How to reserve and purchase
- Reservations can only be made online. Reservations cannot be made over the phone or at travel agencies.
- You can purchase up to 5 tickets at once.
Important Notices (Please be sure to check before making a reservation)
- The Minakami Kogen Liner requires a reservation. Please make your reservation online by 5:00 PM the day before.
Please note that there is a limit to the number of passengers allowed on the bus, so it may not be possible to reserve your desired bus depending on the date. - You cannot ride only between Jomo-Kogen Station and Minakami Station.
- The bus will depart on time, so please be at the boarding location 5 minutes before the scheduled departure.
Jomo-Kogen Station: East Exit (turn right after exiting the ticket gate) rotary bus stop / Minakami Station: Turn right after exiting the ticket gate Hotel: Meet in the lobby, departure will be in front of the main entrance. - Arrival times may be delayed due to road and weather conditions, etc. In addition, if it is determined that you will not be able to make the connecting Shinkansen train due to snow accumulation or other reasons, the departure time may be advanced once all reserved passengers have boarded the train.
- Seats are unreserved.
- All seats on the train are non-smoking.
- Small animals are not permitted inside the vehicle or in the trunk.
- If you are not at the boarding area by the departure time, your seat may be given to someone on the waiting list.
inquiry
Kanetsu Kotsu Numata Office Contact: 0278-23-1111
Business hours: 8:30-17:00
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Operation period
- Friday, December 19, 2025 - Sunday, April 5, 2026. Closed on January 14th, 15th, and 27th, and February 4th, 9th, and 10th.
Bus fare classification
- Adults (13 years old and over/junior high school students and over): Regular fare
- Children (7-12 years old/elementary school students): Children's fare
- Infants (1-6 years old): Child fare
★For safety reasons, we ask that children aged 1 to 6 years old reserve a seat (and ride at the child fare). Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - Infants (0 years old): Free (Infants who are too small to wear a seat belt may ride on an adult's lap. (Please use a baby carrier for safety.))
- *If you occupy a seat, please pay the child fare.
Welfare discount (disability discount)
[You must display a passport or other proof when boarding]
Welfare discount (discount for people with disabilities) [discount for people with disabilities must be displayed when boarding]
- A fare discount (half the regular passenger fare) is available to those who hold a "Type 1 Physical Disability Certificate," "Intellectual Disability Rehabilitation Certificate," or "Mental Disability Health and Welfare Certificate," as well as one caregiver.
- Those who have a "Type 2 Physical Disability Certificate" are eligible for a fare discount (half the regular passenger fare).
- Assistance dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs) travel free of charge, but if they occupy a seat, a child fare will be required.
Refund
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Refunds will only be given in the following cases if the request is made before the departure time of the reserved bus.
| By 5:00 PM the day before | From 5pm the day before 8:30 on the day |
On the day (8:30 until departure time) |
On the day (After departure time) |
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| 1 flight | [Procedure via the web] 110 yen per person |
No refunds | No refunds | No refunds |
| 2-6 flights | [Procedure via the web] 110 yen per person |
<Outside business hours> | [Contact "0278-23-1111"] 110 yen per person |
No refunds |
- *If a request is made after departure, no refunds will be given.
car
parking
Day trip ski center
Business days: December 27, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Weekends and holidays from January 10th to March 22nd, 2026. Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:00
Parking fee: Free *On days other than the above business days, the parking lot reserved for guests staying at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200 is available.
*Please note that we may have to restrict entry to the Day Trip Ski Center parking lot once it is full.
*If you wish to use the Kids Park, daycare center, dog sledding, or any of the activities, please use the free shuttle bus to Minakami Kogen Hotel 200.
(Travel time: approximately 3 minutes, irregular service every 10-15 minutes)
Parking lot exclusively for guests staying at Minakami Kogen Hotel 200
Business days: December 19, 2025 - April 5, 2026 Opening hours: 24 hours Parking fee: Free
[Electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities]
The service is available 24 hours a day, with no limit on charging time. It can be used by both overnight guests and day visitors.
*In winter, snow removal may be required, so the facility may not be available for use immediately.
One-day ski bus
One-day ski bus tour fee
| travel fee | Round-trip bus fare + 1-day lift ticket included |
|---|---|
| adult | 8,300 yen |
| student | 7,300 yen |
| Elementary school student | 5,500 yen |
- *There will be no tour conductor accompanying the tour. Local staff will be on hand to assist you.
- *Minimum number of participants: 20
- *Bus company: Kanetsu Kotsu Co., Ltd.
- *Preschool children who are accompanied by an adult and do not have a bus seat will be able to travel for free on the bus.
- *Students must bring their student ID on the day.
- *Prices shown include tax.
- *Women aged 18-24 will receive a lunch voucher upon presentation of identification (driver's license, etc.)!
- *You can change your "1-day lift ticket" to a "Kids Park admission ticket" that includes tubing and other sledding activities + a "lunch ticket" (please ask the information desk when you arrive at the ski resort).
- *The bus departs and arrives at the Day Trip Ski Center. The Kids Park is located next to Minakami Kogen Hotel 200. If you would like to use the Kids Park, please use the Day Trip Ski Center ⇔ Hotel Shuttle Bus (free) which runs approximately every 15 minutes.
- *The rental discount applies only to sets. It does not apply to individual item rentals. Please note that accessories (hats, goggles, gloves) are not available for rental, so please prepare them in advance or purchase them at the shop.
- *You can use the bath (not a hot spring) inside the "Day Trip Ski Center" for free (please bring your own towel).
- *Accessories (hats, gloves, goggles) are not available for rental. Please bring your own or purchase them at the shop.
Operation dates: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from January 3rd (Sat) to March 22nd (Sun) 2026 *Excluding February 11th
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Bus meeting point
travel itinerary
The bus will arrive at the "Day Trip Ski Center" parking lot. Please gather by 4:30 PM when returning.
Please read before applying
- If only minors are participating, a consent form will be required. Please fax or mail it in advance.
Download consent form (PDF) - ★When you board the bus, the driver will check you in at the bus entrance.
- ■The bus departs on time, so please make sure not to be late. We will not contact you if you do not arrive by the scheduled time. If you do not know where to board or cannot find the bus, please contact the operating office (Shibukawa Office; 0279-24-5115) on the day.
- ■ Seat reservations are not possible. Please note that even if multiple people make a reservation, seats may be separated depending on the situation.
- ■Alcohol and smoking are prohibited on the bus. If you are intoxicated, you may be refused boarding.
- ■It is mandatory to wear a seat belt while driving.
- ■Due to traffic conditions, the service may not run as scheduled.
- ■Please check your health condition (temperature, physical condition check) before departing on your trip, and if you have a fever or suspect you may be infected, please refrain from participating.
- ■When riding the bus, please wear a mask and refrain from talking as much as possible.
- ■Please be sure to check before traveling.
Travel conditions (PDF)
