Shiga Kogen is a ski resort and hiking spot, located in the Jōshin'etsu-kōgen National Park in the highlands of Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan. In 1980, an area of 13,000 hectares (50 sq mi) was designated a UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Reserve.
Shiga-kōgen, 2009
Shirakaba or Japanese white birch (Betula platyphylla var. japonica), on the left, and dakekamba or Erman's birch (Betula ermanii), on the right. Two typical Shiga-kōgen's trees
Yokoteyama's Bakery - Shiga-kōgen, 2009
Shiga Kogen Hasuike Ropeway and Giant Ski area on the left, 2009
Yamanouchi is a town located in Shimotakai District in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 April 2019, the town had an estimated population of 12,403 in 5020 households, and a population density of 47 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 265.90 square kilometres (102.66 sq mi).
Shiga Kogen Highlands
Jigokudani Monkey Park
Yamanouchi City Hall
Shijuhachi Pond