Kitashiga-kogen and Shiga-kogen are two of the most extensive ski and snowboard resorts in Japan. Whilst they certainly offer unparalleled powder experiences, Shiga-kogen and Kitashigakogen are also the home of several fascinating attractions, including botanical gardens, hot springs, and a museum. Visitors can participate in guided tours, which take them through beautiful areas of forest and across a lava field. Popular scenic attractions include the amazing 360-degree panoramic view from the summit of Mount Yokote. There are a vast number of arresting pieces of scenery created from the volcanic activity in the area, including the Ohnuma pond and the Tanohara marshland. The Renge-tsutsuji red azalea flowers at Ichinuma pond and the expansive buckwheat fields are breathtaking natural sights. The snowy corridor, another well-known image from the area, is a road that is flanked, during the winter, by 5m high walls of snow. The snowy corridor is an awesome sight and is a rare and beautiful walk.

The images of the monkeys at the Jigokudani National Park are easilyrecognisable to most foreigners. This park is the only place in the world where monkeys display this unique behaviour: sitting in the hot spring pools to warm themselves against the stark, snowy landscape that surrounds them. Some visitors may even have the opportunity to see the wild monkeys, known as nihon zaru, being fed by park rangers. The monkeys sit in the pools, infusing themselves with the heat of the water, washing and eating apples. It is a sight to carry with you for the rest of your life! Whilst visiting the monkeys, tourists should also stop by the Jigokudani fountain, which is a natural fountain that shoots extremely hot water 20 metres out of the ground.

The key onsen area in Yamanouchi-town is the Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen. This spa is a unique experience because it has a remarkable history that stretches back over a millennium. These hot spring baths instil warmth and health into tourists who are weary from days of exploring the area. In addition to the Yudanaka Shibu onsen experience, there are 19 other spas that populate Yamanouchi -town, each with their own unique atmosphere and characteristics.