A convenient shuttle bus connecting some of the region’s most popular winter destinations will be in operation this season.
This limited-period shuttle bus runs directly between Madarao Kogen, Iiyama Station, and Jigokudani Monkey Park (Snow Monkey Park), making winter travel easy and stress-free.
Jigokudani Monkey Park is world-famous for its rare sight of wild Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs.
With no transfers required from Madarao Kogen or Iiyama Station, this shuttle bus is an ideal transportation option for winter sightseeing.
Please note: Admission to Jigokudani Monkey Park is not included in this plan and must be paid separately on site.
◆ Operation Details
Operating Period: January 10 (Sat) – February 14 (Sat), 2026
Operating Dates:
Jan 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 / Feb 3, 7, 14
Fare: 7,700 yen per person (tax included)
Minimum Participants: 10
Maximum Capacity: 18
Tour Conductor: None
◆ Timetable (Round Trip)
Outbound
- 12:15 Depart Madarao Kogen Hotel
- 12:45 Depart Iiyama Station
- 13:25 Arrive Snow Monkey Park Parking Lot
Approx. 40-minute walk to the park
Return
- 15:35 Depart Snow Monkey Park Parking Lot
- 16:05 Arrive Iiyama Station
- 16:30 Arrive Madarao Kogen Hotel
◆ Meeting Points
- Madarao Kogen Hotel
- Iiyama Station Tourist Information Center (Madarao Exit, 1F)
Guests departing from Iiyama Station are requested to check in at the Tourist Information Center at least 15 minutes before departure.
◆ Reservations
Reservation Deadline: Up to 3 days before departure
▶ Click here to make a reservation
◆ Contact
Shin’etsu Shizenkyo Tourist Information Center
TEL: 0269-62-7000