{"id":269012,"date":"2026-07-08T08:14:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T08:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clubwyndhamasia.com\/story\/navigating-japan\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T08:14:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T08:14:49","slug":"navigating-japan","status":"publish","type":"story","link":"https:\/\/clubwyndhamasia.com\/id\/story\/navigating-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Navigating Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Getting to your resorts in Japan is easier than you might think!<\/strong>
Whether it is your first trip or your third time visiting to this incredible destination,<\/strong>
here is a simple guide to help you reach the resort while enjoying the journey along the way.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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HOW TO GET TO<\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shiga Kogen<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Japan\u2019s rail network is well-organized, with clear English signage and helpful staff throughout the journey.<\/strong>
This route is the most reliable and popular way to reach Shiga Kogen<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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STEP 1<\/h2><\/div>

Narita Airport \u2192<\/strong>Tokyo or Ueno<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div>

Airport express trains<\/strong><\/p>

After arriving at Narita Airport, follow signs
for JR Trains or the Keisei Line.<\/p>

Train Options:<\/strong><\/p>

  • \u00a0Narita Express (N\u2019EX) \u2192 Tokyo Station<\/li>
  • Keisei Skyliner \u2192 Keisei-Ueno Station
    (short walk to JR Ueno)<\/li><\/ul>

    Travel Time:\u00a0<\/strong>40-60 minutes<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    STEP 2<\/h2><\/div>

    Tokyo or Ueno \u2192<\/strong>Nagano<\/strong><\/h2>

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    Train options:\u00a0<\/strong>Hokuriku Shinkansen<\/p>

    From Tokyo or Ueno Station, transfer to the Hokuriku Shinkansen bound for Nagano. The Asama service is the easiest and most commonly used option.<\/p>

    Travel time:\u00a0<\/strong>90\u2013100 minutes<\/p>

    Don\u2019t worry, Shinkansen platforms are clearly numbered, and staff are always nearby to help!<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    STEP 3<\/h2><\/div><\/div>

    Nagano Station \u2192 Shiga Kogen\u00a0<\/strong>(Yama-no-eki)<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div>

    Transport:\u00a0<\/strong>Direct mountain bus
    From Nagano Station, take a direct bus to Shiga Kogen Yama-no-eki (the main gateway into the resort area).<\/p>

    Travel Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 90 minutes<\/p>

    Important to know:<\/strong><\/p>

    • Buses depart from the station\u2019s east exit<\/li>
    • This is the most straightforward route\u2013no train transfers needed\u2019<\/li>
    • During winter, buses are timed to match major train arrivals<\/li>
    • Drivers are familiar with major hotels and dropoff points within Shiga Kogen<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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      You can also explore other alternatives:<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Travel options from Narita Airport to Shiga Kogen, with routes, travel times, and recommended use cases<\/caption>\n
      Option<\/th>\nRoute Summary<\/th>\nEstimated Travel Time<\/th>\nBest For<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
      Airport Bus + Train<\/span><\/td>\nNarita Airport \u2192 Tokyo\/Shinjuku (Bus) \u2192 Nagano (Shinkansen) \u2192 Yudanaka \u2192 Bus\/Taxi<\/span><\/td>\n~6\u20137 hours<\/span><\/td>\nTravelers with heavier luggage<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Private Transfer \/ Taxi<\/span><\/td>\nNarita Airport \u2192 Shiga Kogen (Direct)<\/span><\/td>\n~4.5\u20135 hours<\/span><\/td>\nFamilies, groups, late arrivals<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Rental Car<\/span><\/td>\nNarita Airport \u2192 Shiga Kogen (Drive)<\/span><\/td>\n~5\u20136 hours (traffic dependent)<\/span><\/td>\nFlexible sightseeing, extended stays<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

      Travel times are approximate and vary with season, weather, and connections.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n