Ko-kenashi Observation Deck

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A scenic observation point located near the top of the Yamabiko area in Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort. At an altitude of 1,450 meters, it offers a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the surrounding mountains and the valley below. On clear days, visitors can see all the way to the Sea of Japan and the majestic peaks of the Northern Alps. It is a popular spot for both skiers and non-skiers to take a break and capture stunning photographs of Nagano’s vast winter landscape, feeling the sheer scale of the alpine world.

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野沢温泉スキー場　標高1,450m　小毛無展望台

Nozawa Onsen Mountain Resort Tourism Bureau

Ko-kenashi Observation Deck

Address: Toyosato, Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano
Website: https://nozawakanko.jp/
Operator: Nozawa Onsen Mountain Resort Tourism Bureau

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