Free Gondola Ride at The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama in Niigata This Summer

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The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama in Niigata is offering free gondola rides during its green season from July 18 to November 8, 2026.

Located in Minamiuonuma City, this mountain resort features breathtaking views of the Uonuma Basin and the Echigo Mountains. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including scenic BBQ plans, 4WD buggy cruises, and seasonal sweets, with prices starting at ¥1,500 for the buggy cruise and ¥3,900 for the BBQ light plan.

About The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama

Reservations for the BBQ plan can be made through an external site. The Light Plan costs ¥3,900 per person (tax included).
Reservations for the BBQ plan can be made through an external site. The Light Plan costs ¥3,900 per person (tax included).

The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama is a popular mountain resort accessed by the state-of-the-art Sunrise Express gondola, which takes about 7 minutes to reach the summit at an elevation of 600 meters. The resort offers panoramic views of Japan’s renowned rice-producing Uonuma Basin and the majestic Echigo mountain range.

The Luxurious Plan, which includes two musubi and a 120-minute experience, costs ¥4,900 per person (tax included).
The Luxurious Plan, which includes two musubi and a 120-minute experience, costs ¥4,900 per person (tax included).
The boat cruise lasts about 20 minutes and is suitable for those over 18 with a regular driver's license. The fee is ¥3,000 (tax included).
The boat cruise lasts about 20 minutes and is suitable for those over 18 with a regular driver’s license. The fee is ¥3,000 (tax included).
A 20-minute cruise for elementary school students and older costs ¥1,500 (tax included).
A 20-minute cruise for elementary school students and older costs ¥1,500 (tax included).
For drivers over 18 with a regular driver's license, and passengers over elementary school age, the fee per ride is ¥4,000 (tax included).
For drivers over 18 with a regular driver’s license, and passengers over elementary school age, the fee per ride is ¥4,000 (tax included).
The round-trip gondola ticket for adults costs ¥2,000 (tax included) until 16:30, with extended hours until 20:00 on night terrace days.
The round-trip gondola ticket for adults costs ¥2,000 (tax included) until 16:30, with extended hours until 20:00 on night terrace days.
On terrace days until 20:00, the round-trip gondola ticket costs ¥2,000 for adults and ¥1,200 for children (tax included).
On terrace days until 20:00, the round-trip gondola ticket costs ¥2,000 for adults and ¥1,200 for children (tax included).
Until 00:00, the gondola round-trip ticket costs ¥2,000 for adults, ¥1,200 for children, and ¥1,500 for students (tax included).
Until 00:00, the gondola round-trip ticket costs ¥2,000 for adults, ¥1,200 for children, and ¥1,500 for students (tax included).
The Scenic BBQ plan costs ¥3,900 per person (tax included).
The Scenic BBQ plan costs ¥3,900 per person (tax included).

Visitors can relax on the open-air observation terrace or at the café while enjoying the stunning scenery. The resort has expanded its offerings this summer to include a variety of activities suited for both active guests and those looking to unwind.

Highlights

  • Free round-trip gondola tickets: Adults ¥2,000, Children ¥1,200, Students ¥1,500
  • New scenic BBQ plans at the Field Lounge with panoramic mountain views
  • BBQ Light Plan at ¥3,900 per person and Deluxe Plan at ¥4,900 per person, both including local rice balls and assorted meats and vegetables
  • 4WD buggy cruises on an off-road course, with options for solo driving, guided rides, and two-person rides starting from ¥1,500
  • Summer-only cold sweets including shaved ice with sake-based syrup and honey lemon pancakes with homemade lemonade
  • Night Terrace open on select dates with illuminated views of Uonuma Basin and festive activities including fireworks (fireworks sold separately)

Alpina Resort Management Co., Ltd. — Event Details

ItemDetails
NameThe Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama
Menu / itemsBBQ Light Plan, BBQ Deluxe Plan, 4WD Buggy Cruise, Summer Sweets
LocationMinamiuonuma City, Niigata
AddressIshiuchi, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata
PeriodJuly 18, 2026 – November 8, 2026
PriceGondola round-trip ticket: Adults ¥2,000, Children ¥1,200, Students ¥1,500; BBQ Light Plan ¥3,900 per person; BBQ Deluxe Plan ¥4,900 per person; Buggy Cruise ¥1,500–¥4,000
Alpina Resort Management Co., Ltd.
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The resort is easily accessible by car from the Kan-etsu Expressway (about 5 minutes from Shiozawa Ishiuchi IC) and by train via the Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa Station followed by a short bus ride. For safety reasons, operating hours and activities may change due to weather conditions, so visitors are advised to check the official website before visiting.

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