Nojiri Lake Resort

Nojiri Lake Resort (formerly DearCards Resort) is centrally located to a smorgasbord of Nagano & Niigata ski resorts & an inexpensive shuttle service is provided to those within 10-20 mins drive. The hotel has Japanese tatami rooms with ensuite that offer lake views.

Where is Nojiri Lake Resort?

The hotel is situated on the shores of Lake Nojiri in Shinano, 26km north of Nagano City in far northern Nagano Prefecture. The resort is central to many ski areas in the Niigata and Nagano Prefectures. Ski Resorts Near Noriji Lake Resort:

• Akakura of Myoko Kogen – 10-15 mins drive
• Ikenotaira of Myoko Kogen – 10 mins drive
• Suginohara of Myoko – 10 mins drive
• Kurohime Kogen – 10 mins drive
• Madarao – 20 mins drive
• Tangram (interconnected with Madarao) – 15 mins

Drive times vary depending on the road conditions. The resort has a drop off and pick-up service for the ski areas above. We will get you to the slopes and pick you up. Sometimes the vehicle can also stop at 7-Eleven or a restaurant by special request. A small fee is applicable per day for this service, and advanced notice is required.

If you have a rental car, driving distances to other nearby attractions and ski resorts are:

• Snow monkeys – 37km
• Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort – 36km
• Shibu Onsen – 34km
• Shiga Kogen Ski Resort – 49km
• Kijimadaira Ski Resort – 31km
• Togakushi Ski Resort – 23km
• Iizuna Kogen Ski Resort – 20km
• Lotte Arai Resort – 27km
• Seki Onsen Ski Resort – 16km

In the green season, the resort’s location on Lake Nojiri is ideal so that swimming, boating, and fishing are very readily accessible.

Rooms

• Value Rooms: Japanese tatami room with futon bedding for up to 4 guests.
• Comfort Rooms: 2 single western beds plus option for 2 futon beds.
• Premium Rooms: large Japanese tatami room with futons for up to 5 guests.

All rooms have an enclosed balcony overlooking Lake Nojiri and have an ensuite bathroom with bath/shower and air conditioning. Toiletries are provided as well as free wifi.

Facilities & Services

• Guest lounge
• Ski/snowboard storage
• Lift ticket sales
• Private parking
• Free wifi
• Laundry facilities
• Bi-lingual host
• Concierge services and advice re local activities & dinner options
• Assistance with snow rental equipment and clothing

Dining

Breakfast can be included in your nightly stay. A buffet breakfast incorporates western fare such as cereal and toast.

A small bar serves up coffee, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks.

The host can provide recommendations regarding nearby restaurants for dinner.