DISCOVER
GREEN SEASON AT HAKUBA GORYU
Beyond Winter's Veil:
Discover the Summer Charms of Hakuba Goryu Alpine Botanical Gardens
The winter wonderland transforms into a vibrant tapestry of green and colors from June to October.
Witness the enchanting shift from a snow-white landscape to a captivating spectacle of over two million alpine blooms, surrounded by dynamic mountain views that evolve with the seasons.
Immerse in cool summer breezes and accessible hiking trails. Discover the beauty of Hakuba Goryu beyond the winter months.
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At an elevation of over 1,500 meters, the botanical garden offers a refreshing escape from the heat, making it perfect for a pleasant stroll.
Throughout the garden, you'll find plenty of purple blooms like Scabiosa and Gentian.
Come and enjoy the last blooms before snowfall.
We also recommend trekking to Mount Kotoomi for some fresh mountain air and stunning views of the autumn leaves.
Highlights
Alpine Botanical Gardens
Ride the gondola to 1,515m elevation, witness over 300 species and two million alpine blooms, join a guided flora tour for an immersive journey into alpine wonders. Dine with 360 degrees panorama views at the mountaintop restaurant.
Entry to the botanical garden is free. To get there, ride the 8-person gondola from the base station, a scenic ride which takes only 8 minutes.
Fall Season
Take in the vibrant hues of fall foliage, renowned for Hakuba's famed three-tiered autumn leaves. The special slow gondola ride welcomes pets. Immerse yourself in perfect hiking weather, in the seasonal beauty and witness the enchanting first snowfall.
Gondola
The gondola to the Alpine Botanical Garden and Restaurant 360 runs every day between 22 June and 20 October during the 2024 summer season.
Various hiking trails are also accessible from the gondola summit station. There is also an observation deck, offering breathtaking 360-degree view of Mt. Goryu-dake, the Northen Alps. On clear days, you can even see Mt. Fuji!
Operational times and gondola ticket prices vary according to the seasons. Click below for details.
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Hiking
Your gateway to Mount Goryu—one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. From serene strolls with alpine vistas to challenging hikes. With various trekking options, everyone can experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Japanese Alps.
Hotspring and Sauna
The base center Escal Plaza is equipped with a hot spring facility with a sauna and cold bath. Open daily until the end of the season. Perfect for a rejuvenating dip after exploring the gardens and mountains!
Business days: 6 July 2024 - 20 October 2024
Business hours: 11:00-1700 (last entry is 16:30)
Fee: Adult ¥700 / Child ¥ 400 yen (*One child under elementary school age is free per adult)
Face towel: 200 yen
Rental bath towel: 300 yen
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At Hakuba Goryu, we're dedicated to preserving the environment for future generations. Our commitment includes reducing CO2 emissions and waste, and actively promoting nature regeneration. As part of our journey towards becoming a truly sustainable resort, all of our facilities, including lifts, gondolas, the base center, and staff dormitories, are now powered by renewable energy. Additionally, we have partnered with Protect Our Winters Japan (POW JAPAN) and joined the Sustainable Resort Alliance (SRA), a platform launched in December 2023 to promote zero-carbon and sustainable ski resorts nationwide.
