Just another world from Ploy's view
With only four winter days to explore Hakuba for the first time, we decided to dedicate each day to a different resort. Naturally, we saved a spectacular ‘bluebird’ day for the legendary summit of Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort & Snow Field. In this post, I’ll walk you through our entire journey—from the first morning lift …
After a long day on the slopes or exploring the beautiful trails around Hakuba, there’s nothing better than finding a warm, quiet spot to unwind. I came across Cafe Momoka (カフェももっか) while searching for a place to grab a nice cup of coffee near Hakuba Station. And while the area certainly doesn’t lack for coffee …
If you’re planning a trip to the snowy wonderland of Hakuba, you likely already have your lift passes and gear sorted. But what about the post-shred fuel? On a recent trip, we followed a tip from a friend who’s a Hakuba regular and headed straight for Takahashi-ke 髙橋家. We can’t thank them enough for the …
My first international trip of 2026 to Japan has just come to an end, and my heart is overflowing with fond experiences. While this journey centered around snowboarding in Nagano’s beloved Hakuba Village, one particular visit became the undisputed highlight: dining at ao LAKESIDE CAFE. If you are heading to Nagano, you’ll want to bookmark …