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Japan’s Largest Mountain Lodge, Watching Over Mt. Hakuba
Nestled along the grand ridgeline of the Japan Alps,
Hakuba Sanso Lodge has walked hand in hand with the history of Mt. Hakuba (also known as Mt. Shirouma).
Standing at an altitude of 2832 meters, just below the summit,
this mountain lodge has welcomed countless climbers since its founding in 1906.
As the morning sun lights the ridges, and the evening paints the peaks in golden hues,
time spent here becomes a moment unique to the spirit of Mt. Hakuba.
With space to accommodate up to 800 guests,
Hakuba Sanso is Japan’s largest mountain lodge—offering spacious facilities, warm meals,
and the quiet stillness of the mountains.
Let your journey through Hakuba be both comfortable and unforgettable.
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ROOM INFO
Rooms and Rates
Basic Accommodation Fee (Shared Room)
A simple and warm space to spend time with fellow hikers. The spacious shared room is a special place where you can chat with other hikers. Please enjoy the unique time at Hakuba Sanso Lodge.
※For prices of different accommodation plans, please refer to the "Fees" column below.
Private Room for 2
Capacity: 1-2 guests Area: 3.3㎡
A 2-tatami private space where you can stay at a reasonable price. It is popular among solo hikers as well as groups of two.
Private Room for 6
Capacity: 3-6 guests Area: 9.7㎡
This is a 6-tatami room for multiple people with privacy. You can spend your stay at the mountain hut more comfortably and prepare yourself for the next day's climb. It is ideal for 3 to 4 guests.
Private Room for 8
Capacity: 3-8 guests Area: 12.9㎡
This private room includes a special service for guests with breakfast included. You can enjoy your meal at the "Sky Plaza" at your own pace, without worrying about crowds. It’s recommended for those who want to make the most of their limited time at the mountain hut.
※Special service is available until the end of September
Twin
Room
Capacity: 2 people Area: 12.9㎡
A rare and highly favored bedroom among mountain lodge guests.
This private room includes a special service for guests with breakfast included. You can enjoy your meal at the "Sky Plaza" at your own pace, without worrying about crowds. It’s recommended for those who want to make the most of their limited time at the mountain hut.
※Special service is available until the end of September
Fees
- Accommodation fee will be increased by ¥4 from April 26 to June 6.
- Student Discount: Receive a discount of ¥3,000 by presenting a valid student ID.
(Applies to postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational school, high School and junior high school students. Not available during: July 19–August 17, September 13–15, September 20–23, October 11–13, and during school hiking trips.) - An additional ¥3,000 fee will be charged for guests who stay without a prior reservation.
- Private Room Fees:
Private room fees are charged separately from the basic accommodation fee.
Example of accommodation fee calculation (Private room. 1 night with 2 meals):
2 person using a private room for 1: ¥1 + ¥15,000 = ¥6,000
8 people using a private room for 1: ¥4×15,000+¥4=¥22,000 - Basic Accommodation Fees
1 night with 2 meals: ¥15,000 (adult) / ¥9,500 (elementary school student)
1 night with dinner: ¥13,500 (adult) / ¥8,000 (elementary school student)
1 night with breakfast: ¥12,500 (adult) / ¥7,000 (elementary school student)
1 night without meals: ¥11,000 (adult) / ¥5,500 (elementary school student)
Bento box: ¥1,500
Cancellation Policy
- A cancellation fee will be charged according to the following conditions:
- No-show: 100% of the accommodation fee
- On the day of arrival: 30% of the accommodation fee
- After 4:00PM on the day before arrival: 30% of the accommodation fee
- Before 4:00PM on the day before arrival: No charage
- The cancellation fee applies to both the basic accommodation fee and the private room fee. Student discounts do not apply to cancellation fees.
- A cancellation fee will still be charged even in cases of bad weather or poor physical condition, but we strongly encourage you to prioritize your safety and avoid hiking under risky conditions.
- If you are forced to change your accommodation to another hut within our group, the cancellation fee will be waived. However, a ¥2,000 change fee will be charged.
- No cancellation fee will be charged in the following cases:
- When a special warning or weather alert is issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency for the area on the day of your stay.
- When road closures or other unavoidable circumstances make it physically impossible to reach the mountain hut.
MEALS
Dining
Dinner
We offer warm mountain hut meals to soothe your body and mind after a long day of hiking. Our well-balanced menu will provide you plenty of energy.
Breakfast
We serve a traditional Japanese breakfast featuring rice and miso soup. If you're departing early in the morning, you can choose to have a bento box instead.
Lunch box
We offer easy-to-carry bento boxes for your hike, perfect for enjoying along the trail. They make it simple to recharge while taking in the mountain scenery.
Sky Plaza Hakuba
Through the large windows of the restaurant "Sky Plaza Hakuba", enjoy a luxurious moment gazing at the peaks of the Northern Alps and the clouds drifting over Mt. Shakushi and Mt. Hakubayari. We have coffee, cake, draft beer, and more ready for you. Please feel free to stop by even if you are just passing through.
We also serve a limited number of beef stew dinners exclusively for guests staying at the mountain hut. This allows you to enjoy your meal without time restrictions, especially during the busy season. (Please reserve your dinner when you check in.)
Menu Details
【Lunch】Curry, Ramen, Sanzokuyaki Chicken Burger, Shinshu-don (Chicken & Pork)
【Dinner】Beef Stew
【Snack】Oden, Beef Tendon Stew, Mixed Sausage Platter, Hakuba Ham with Cheese, Oyaki
【Cakes】Multiple types
【Shaved Ice】Daisekkei Shaved Ice
【Drinks】Coffee, Black Tea, Milk, Hot Cocoa, Apple Juice, Orange Juice
【Alcohol】Draft Beer, Wine (Glass), Wine (Bottle: Izutsu / Goichi), Japanese Sake, Whiskey
Beef Stew
Curry
Ramen
Sanzokuyaki Burger
Shinshu-don
Various Cakes
Daisekkei Shaved Ice
Various Snacks
RENTAL ITEMS
Rental Gear
Crampons
¥1,500
We offer lightweight 4-point crampons for rent at Sarukura Hut, Hakuba Sanso Lodge and Tsugaike Hutte. You can rent them directly at any of the huts without reservation. When you return the crampons to any of the huts, we will refund the deposit of 500 yen to you.
FACILITY
Facilities
Mountaintop Restaurant "Sky Plaza Hakuba"
Scheduled Operating Period: July 1 (Tue)–October 13 (Mon)
Opening Hours: 5:30AM–8:00PM (Last Order 7:30PM) Lunch 11:00AM–2:00PM ※8:00AM–10:00AM: Closed for cleaning.
Sky Plaza Hakuba is a restaurant located above the clouds. Enjoy a luxurious time gazing out the large windows at the Northern Alps, Mt. Shakushi, and the clouds drifting over Mt. Hakubayari. Feel free to stop by if you're passing through.
Shop
The shop inside Restaurant Sky Plaza is open during the restaurant's business hours. There is a wide selection of original goods, including hand towels, pin badges, and T-shirts. T-shirts featuring the popular Hakuba Sanso Lodge mascot "Hakuba Raizo" are available in limited quantities. Apart from drinks and snacks, practical items such as backpack covers are also available. We also welcome all visitors to stop in and take a look. You can even send postcards from the mountaintop. Each one is stamped with a Mt. Hakuba postmark, making it a memorable gift for friends or for yourself.
GOODS
T-shirts
Hand Towels
Badges
Stickers
Mugs
Emergency Clinic
Scheduled to operate from mid-July to mid-August.
Showa University School of Medicine Hakuba Clinic was established in 6 with the aim of promoting mountain hygiene. It has remained in continuous operation every year despite wars and other challenges. Following the founding philosophy of voluntary medical service, today the clinic is still staffed by doctors and medical students who provide care to hikers in the area.
[Health Advice from the Clinic] During our XNUMX-week annual activity at the Hakuba Clinic, we provide medical support to over XNUMX hikers each year. Many cases of altitude sickness can be prevented with awareness and preparation. Please keep the following in mind for a more comfortable hiking experience.
All of us at the clinic wish you a safe, healthy, and enjoyable hike.
PLANNING
Hiking Plans for this Mountain Hut
Routes that Pass Through this Mountain Hut
Hakuba Daisekkei Route (Sarukura–Mt. Hakuba)
You can walk on the snow of the Hakuba Daisekkei and see a wide variety of alpine plants at the flower fields.
This is a hiking route with lots of variation. Once you reach the ridgeline you can see the mountains of the Northern Alps and the Sea of Japan.
Yari Onsen Route (Sarukura–Mt. Hakuba)
A popular hiking route where you can enjoy hot spring above the clouds at an elevation of 2100m.
Hakuba Oike Route (Tsugaike–Mt. Hakuba)
This is a hiking route where you can enjoy walking along the ridgeline. It is popular for its numerous photo spots, such as Hakuba Oike and Raichozaka.
In autumn, you have to watch the autumn leaves at Tsugaike Nature Park.
Renge Onsen–Mt. Hakuba Route
This popular hiking route has a relatively gentle slope. In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves while hiking. At Renge Onsen Lodge, you can enjoy hot springs and delicious rice.
Mt. Hakuba–Kaerazu Kiretto–Mt. Karamatsu Route
This is a long and difficult route which you can thru-hike the Hakuba Sanzan and the Kaerazu Kiretto, one of the Three Kirettos in Japan.
Kozando Route (Renge Onsen–Mt. Hakuba)
In autumn, this route is beautifully colored with vibrant foliage.
It’s a relatively quiet trail with fewer hikers, allowing you to fully enjoy the journey from forested areas to the ridgeline.
There is also a spot with delicious natural spring water along the way.
Asahi Hut Route (Mt. Hakuba–Asahi Hut)
It is a long route no matter where you start the hike, but the views of the Sea of Japan and the mountains are amazing.
We recommend you to try the dinner prepared by the proprietress of Asahigoya Hut.
Babadani Onsen–Mt. Hakuba Route
This route is closed this year.
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