Hotel Higashidate  

In Yamanouchi in the Shiga Highlands, a compact ski hotel base near Shiga Kogen and Jigokudani Monkey Park. About 2 km from the town center and close to Maruike Ski Area, Onumaike Pond and Hasuike Ski Area.

A simple mountain-lodge vibe with 32 air-conditioned rooms. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, slippers, in-room safes and phones; bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Daily housekeeping keeps things tidy.

True ski hotel perks: ski-to-door access and ski facilities rental put you on the slopes fast. Sauna, gift shop/newsstand, laundry and dry cleaning, plus free parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Wake up to crisp mountain mornings and head straight out.

On-site business center and complimentary wireless internet access. Note: front desk is staffed during limited hours.

On-site restaurant serving satisfying meals—ideal after a day of skiing or exploring the Highlands.