We would like to inform you of the schedule for lifting the winter closure of major roads. Even after the road closure is lifted, the roads may be temporarily closed due to snowfall or inclement weather. Please check the roads and weather conditions in advance and drive safely.
National Route R292 “Shiga Kusatsu Kogen Route”
Shiga-Kusatsu Kogen Route(From Shiga Kogen Yosaka Gate to Kusatsu Tenguyama Gate) 【Temporary Closed】
From Manza Onsen Junction to Kusatsu Tenguyama Gate (black lined in the following map) is temporary closed due to volcanic activity.
For more details please check Nakanojo Doken Office TEL: 0279-75-3047
Detour Route: Via Manza Highway (toll route) The route is open between Manza Onsen and Shiga Koggen. (Between Joshin’etsu Highway Nakano I.C. and Shibutoge in Shiga Kogen is also open)
*Pedestrians, bicycles, and motorcycles under 125cc are not allowed on the Manza Highway.
Route
From Yosaka Gate to Kusatsu Tengu Mountain Gate
Open
Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 at 10:00
Prefectural Road 502 “Okushiga Kogen Sakae Line”
Open
From Okushiga Gate to Akiyamago Village: Friday, 16th May 2025 at 14:00
From Akiyama Forest Route Gate to Kayano-daira Gate: Friday, 23rd May 2025 at 14:00
From Kayano-daira Gate to Nozawa Onsen Village: Friday, 30th May 2025 at 14:00
Prefectural Road 66 “Toyonominami Shiga Koen Line”
Route
From Kasagadake to Yamada Onsen / Takayamamura village
Open
Friday, 23rd May 2025 at 15:00