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Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort Day TripSpecial Package Price
Per person (includes Shinkansen round trip + lift pass)
*Actual prices may vary depending on departure date and number of participants
※Price Breakdown (Peak Season: Dec 20 - Mar 15)
・Adult: Shinkansen round trip ¥12,000 + Lift pass ¥8,700 + Service fee ¥3,105 + Insurance ¥1,000 = ¥24,805
→ Including 10% consumption tax: ¥24,805 × 1.1 = ¥27,286 → ¥27,200
・Child: Shinkansen round trip ¥6,000 + Lift pass ¥0 + Service fee ¥900 + Insurance ¥1,000 = ¥7,900
→ Including 10% consumption tax: ¥7,900 × 1.1 = ¥8,690 → ¥8,650
※Service fee calculated as 15% of actual costs, final price includes 10% consumption tax
(Service fee includes: travel accident insurance, English support service, itinerary coordination, etc.)
★Elementary school students and younger ski for FREE!
🌟 Tour Highlights
🚄 Super Convenient Access
Only about 1 hour from Tokyo Station by Hokuriku Shinkansen, 10-minute walk or 1-minute free shuttle from Karuizawa Station
⛷️ Perfect for Families
16 ski runs with 50% beginner slopes, complete children's ski park
🏨 Resort Experience
Combined luxury hotel and ski resort, skiing and shopping all in one place - Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza right next door
🛡️ Peace of Mind
Includes travel accident insurance for worry-free skiing
📦 Package Includes
- Shinkansen Round Trip Tickets (Tokyo⇔Karuizawa)
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort 1-Day Pass (includes all lifts and chairlifts)
- Travel Accident Insurance (maximum coverage: medical expenses up to 10 million yen)
- English Support Service (pre-trip consultation)
🎯 Optional Add-on Services
The following services can be added (additional fees apply)
- English-Speaking Guide Service - ¥35,000/day (one guide for up to 8 people)
・Assistance with ticket purchase and resort guidance
・On-site translation support and emergency assistance - Accommodation Arrangement (arranged based on actual needs)
・Karuizawa Prince Hotel (ski-in/ski-out): ¥18,000～¥60,000/person/night
Includes breakfast, can go directly to slopes in ski wear
・Karuizawa area hotels (with breakfast or 2 meals): ¥15,000～¥45,000/person/night
Representative hotels: Hotel Cypress Karuizawa, Hotel Green Plaza Karuizawa, etc.
・Karuizawa area guesthouses & business hotels: ¥8,000～¥18,000/person/night
※Prince Hotel guests enjoy exclusive rental counter and discounted rates
※Most facilities provide shuttle service to/from ski resort
※Actual costs vary by date, room type, number of guests, and season
※Prices above are reference prices including approximately 20% arrangement service fee - Ski/Snowboard Equipment Rental (Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort official rental)
・Ski 3-piece set (skis + boots + poles)
Adult: On-site ¥7,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥6,500/day
Child (elementary & under): On-site ¥6,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥5,500/day
・Snowboard 2-piece set (board + boots)
Adult: On-site ¥7,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥6,500/day
Child (elementary & under): On-site ¥6,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥5,500/day
・Ski wear rental (jacket + pants)
Adult: On-site ¥5,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥4,500/day
Child (elementary & under): On-site ¥4,000/day, Web pre-booking ¥3,500/day
・Helmet rental: ¥700/day (same price for adults & children)
※Web pre-booking recommended to save waiting time and get discount
※Prince Hotel guests can use exclusive rental counter with 2-day advance booking - Ski/Snowboard Lessons (English-speaking instructor - Canyons)
・Half-day course (morning or afternoon, 2.5 hours)
2-person group: ¥33,000/group (¥16,500/person)
3-person group: ¥43,000/group (¥14,333/person)
4-6 person group: ¥72,000/group (¥12,000-18,000/person)
・Full-day course (8:30-17:00, including lunch break)
Private or group: ¥90,000/group
※Prices above are for English-speaking instructor courses
※Course does not include lift pass or equipment rental
※Skiing and snowboarding lessons cannot be mixed
※Participants must have their own ski insurance - Karuizawa Shopping Experience
・Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (5-minute walk)
Japan's largest outlet mall with over 200 brand stores
Enjoy shopping after skiing - two pleasures in one trip
🕐 Sample Itinerary
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | Meet at Tokyo Station |
| 07:20 | Depart on Hokuriku Shinkansen "Asama" |
| 08:27 | Arrive at Karuizawa Station, take free shuttle or walk to resort (about 10 minutes) |
| 08:45 | Arrive at ski resort, check in, rent equipment (if needed) |
| 09:30 | Start skiing! Enjoy Karuizawa's powder snow |
| 12:00 | Lunch time (multiple restaurants available at the resort) |
| 13:00 | Continue skiing or visit Prince Shopping Plaza |
| 15:30 | Return rental equipment, change clothes |
| 16:30 | Head to Karuizawa Station, board Shinkansen back to Tokyo |
| 17:45 | Arrive at Tokyo Station, end of enjoyable day trip |
⛷️ Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort Information
Resort Facilities
Number of runs: 16 (50% beginner, 30% intermediate, 20% advanced)
Vertical drop: 215 meters (summit 1,155m ~ base 940m)
Longest run: 1,200 meters
Lift facilities: 2 high-speed chairlifts, 3 quad chairlifts, 2 double chairlifts, 1 magic carpet
Operating hours: 8:00～17:00
Season: Early November～Late March
Special feature: FREE lift passes for elementary school students and younger!
📸 Resort Gallery
⚠️ Important Notes
Please confirm before booking
- This tour is an arrangement service (booking agency), we will arrange Shinkansen tickets and lift passes for you
- Booking required 7 days before departure date
- For changes or cancellations, please notify us 3 days before departure (service fees apply)
- Skiing is an outdoor activity, please assess your physical condition before participating
- In case of bad weather, the resort may temporarily close or suspend some facilities
- Parental consent required for participants under 18 years old
- Children (elementary school and under) ski for free but must be accompanied by an adult
📋 Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 7 days or more before departure | Free cancellation |
| 6～4 days before departure | 30% of tour price |
| 3～2 days before departure | 50% of tour price |
| 1 day before departure | 80% of tour price |
| Day of departure or no-show | 100% of tour price |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's the difference between Karuizawa and GALA Yuzawa?
A: Karuizawa is closer to Tokyo (about 1 hour), features a resort atmosphere and shopping, with gentler slopes better suited for beginners and families. GALA Yuzawa is known for powder snow quality and longer runs.
Q: Can I participate without skiing experience?
A: Perfect for beginners! Karuizawa Prince Hotel Ski Resort has 50% beginner slopes and a children's ski park. We recommend adding a lesson to quickly master the basics.
Q: Can I just shop without skiing?
A: Absolutely! Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza is right next to the ski resort. Even if you don't ski, you can enjoy shopping. You can also buy a sightseeing lift ticket (¥2,300) to ride the chairlift and enjoy summit views.
Q: Do children really ski for free?
A: Yes! At all Prince Hotel ski resorts, elementary school students and younger ride lifts completely free (must be accompanied by an adult). This is a signature benefit of the Prince Hotels group.
Q: Can I store my luggage on site?
A: Yes! The ski center has coin lockers and luggage storage service. You can also use delivery service to send luggage to the resort in advance.
Q: What are the benefits of staying at Prince Hotel?
A: Guests can go directly to the slopes in ski wear, enjoy an exclusive rental counter (requires 2-day advance booking), discounted lift ticket prices, and convenient facilities like changing rooms.