From late July to late September, a magical world of illumination is created at the Adatara Kogen Ski Area using 2 billion light bulbs. Numerous romantic locations amidst the light display are created through ingenious creativity, such as the "Tunnel of Light" surrounding the ropeway, and the "Blanket of Shining Flowers" found at the mountain summit.
| Website | http://www.adatara-resort.com/ |
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| Contact |
Fujikyu Adatara Tourism (+81) 243-24-2141 |
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| Parking | Free parking available. |
| Entrance Fee | Ropeway costs 1,300 yen for adults; 800 yen for children |
| Access | Nagata Nagasaka, Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 30 min by car from the Nihonmatsu I.C. exit off the Tohoku Expressway By Train: 50 min by bus from Nihonmatsu Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line |
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