Minamiuonuma

Travel Guide

A snowy mountain slope with skiers and a clear blue sky.
Scenery of Minamiuonuma town and Mount Echigo-Komagatake, That's located near Echigo Yuzawa town, Niigata prefecture.
Sunny snow country town and snow scene, Niigata, Japan
YUZAWA, JAPAN - MARCH 22,2016 : Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort , located in Minamiuonuma District,Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Rice field and mountains, Minamiuonuma city , Niigata Japan; Shutterstock ID 1490123420; Purchase Order: -

Where to stay in Minamiuonuma

Find the best Minamiuonuma areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Muikamachi

While Muikamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joetsu Kokusai Playland and Joetsu International Ski Area.

Maiko

While there might not be top attractions in Maiko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maiko Snow Resort and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort.
Ryugon

Ryugon

4 out of 5
79 Sakado Minamiuonuma Niigata
The price is CA $194 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
CA $194
CA $219 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Stay at this ryokan in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy free parking, private pools, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Senbuchi Park and Untoan Shrine are located ...
Ryugon
YUZAWA Yukinoyado

YUZAWA Yukinoyado

3 out of 5
995 Ishiuchi Minamiuonuma Niigata
The price is CA $213 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
CA $213
CA $234 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Gala Yuzawa and Ishiuchi Maruyama ...
8/10 Very good! (7 reviews)
"If a room has a shared toilet and bath, then they should say this clearly. They do not. It's rather expensive considering that the toilet is down the hall and shared with everyone else."

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

YUZAWA Yukinoyado
Hotel1800

Hotel1800

3 out of 5
1580-1 Ishiuchi Minamiuonuma Niigata
The price is CA $73 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
CA $73
CA $80 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this ski guesthouse in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Gala Yuzawa and ...
5.6/10 (13 reviews)
"great for weekend stay. best with friends and families. authentic japanese tatami style hotel. walkable distance to ishiuci ski resort."

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Hotel1800
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3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge - House B

3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge - House B

3 out of 5
834-2, Ishiuchi Tunnel Ishiuchi Minamiuonuma Niigata
Stay at this vacation home in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gala Yuzawa and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski ...
3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge - House B
2min walk to Maiko Ski Resort 1 group only pets ok

2min walk to Maiko Ski Resort 1 group only pets ok

Minamiuonuma City Niigata Prefecture
Book a stay at this ski villa in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Gala Yuzawa and Maiko Snow ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"清掃が行き届いていて、マッサージチェアもあり、とても快適に過ごすことができました。犬猫連れで宿泊しましたが、過度な装飾もなく、安全に過ごすことができました。"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

2min walk to Maiko Ski Resort 1 group only pets ok
3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge House A

3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge House A

2 out of 5
Ishiuchi Minamiuonuma Niigata
Stay at this vacation home in Minamiuonuma. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Gala Yuzawa and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort are located ...
3BD Yuzawa Onsen Lodge House A
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Popular places to visit

スキー場のゴンドラ・ロープウェイ（Ski resort gondola lift）

Maiko Snow Resort

Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Maiko Snow Resort. Make time to visit the temples and spas while you're in the area.

Maiko Snow Resort
Ishiuchi Maruyama, Niigata, Japan, ski resort, Jan 2023

Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Minamiuonuma with a visit to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort

Joetsu Kokusai Playland

Bring your family to Joetsu Kokusai Playland and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Minamiuonuma. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area.

Joetsu Kokusai Playland

Yaironomori Park

Explore the great outdoors at Yaironomori Park, a lovely green space in Minamiuonuma. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

Yaironomori Park

Suzuki Makino Memorial Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Suzuki Makino Memorial Museum in Minamiuonuma. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area.

Suzuki Makino Memorial Museum

Hakkaisan Shrine

You can learn about the history of Minamiuonuma with a visit to Hakkaisan Shrine. Discover the area's countryside and mountain views.

Hakkaisan Shrine

Things to do

Ma Yansong / MAD Architects,“Tunnel of Light”

Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience

CA $347
per adult
Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour Satoyama and Modern Art Experience
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Cities near Minamiuonuma

Tokamachi

Tokamachi