Take the Unkai Gondola for a winter view, even on a day without skiing. Look for frost-covered trees, then warm up at Unkai Café.
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Frost Tree Terrace is an observation facility visited on Unkai Gondola. Admire the winter scenery of ice on the trees, walk through observation spots, and then warm up at Unkai Café. The seasonal scenery is different from Unkai Terrace in summer, with hoarfrost and diamond dust depending on the weather. Rather than thinking of it as a place where you are guaranteed to see the same scenery as in the photo, try to plan on enjoying the snowy mountains that day.
If you are visiting for a day trip, follow the directions in the area to the resort center. A shuttle bus is provided for hotel guests. The final up and down times vary depending on the date, and riding for skiing purposes is not possible during some early morning hours. Let's check the gondola usage for sightseeing and the schedule to start skiing separately.
Even if the gondola is moving, it doesn't necessarily mean hoarfrost will occur. Pack cold protection and shoes for walking on snowy roads, and if the trip is canceled, consider spending the day at Mina-Mina Beach or at a hotel. When choosing an experience to book, such as a special high tea, be sure to also check the gondola price and event conditions.
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Mina-Mina Beach’s winter schedule is 2026-12-01–2027-04-05. Pool hours: 11:00–20:00, last admission 19:00. Kirin no Yu: 12:00–23:00, last admission 22:00. Both close at 17:00 on the final day, last admission 16:00. Plan swimming and bathing separately.
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Explore Tomamu’s illuminated ice domes after dark. Plan the visit around dinner, the season’s opening dates and your family’s pace.
Read the guideFacts checked: 3 October 2026 · Check current opening, rates and transport with the operator before booking.
www.snowtomamu.jp · 12 October 2026