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Suginosawa Accommodation

The little Suginosawa Onsen village at the base of Suginohara ski resort has a small range of accommodation. There are some westernised lodges that are great for mingling with other riders, as well as traditional Japanese pension that are great for some cultural immersion. A pro is that the accommodation is inexpensive and ski-in ski-out or very close to the slopes. There is only one bar/restaurant in the village so most of the lodges provide half-board. If you want to chase powder at ski areas other than Suginohara, you’ll want to have a car because bus transport is somewhat limited and too late in the morning for first lifts. Another potential con is that only private ski and snowboard lessons are possible at Suginohara.