Venue: Nozori Lake Campground

Address:

National Forest Area, Iriyama, Nakanojo-machi, Agatsuma-gun, Gunma 377-1701, Japan

Access

By Car

Approximately 1.5 hours from the Shibukawa-Ikaho IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway.

Please drive carefully, as the roads near the venue are mountain roads with narrow sections.

Fog may occur during late-night and early-morning hours, so we recommend allowing extra travel time.

By Public Transportation

Approximately 45 minutes by taxi from JR Agatsuma Line “Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station”.

As public transportation options are limited, we strongly recommend planning your trip in advance.

Bus Timetable
Between Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station and Nozoriko Lake

Important Notice

Mobile phone reception may be unstable in some areas around the venue.

Please save important information and ticket QR codes in advance before arriving.

Nozori Lake Campground Map

This map shows the venue layout for GLOBAL ARK 2026.

The venue includes the Ground Area, Mid Square, Camping Area, Bungalows, Entrance, Parking Area, and other facilities.

Please check the location of each area and walking routes before your arrival.

Please note that the Ground Area and Mid Square are approximately 1 km apart, about a 10-minute walk.
Hand carts are available for transporting luggage and camping equipment within the venue.

Tent Pitch Permit｜Tent Setup Permit

 ¥1,500 (1 tent)

Permit for one standard-sized tent.
Please purchase this permit for regular tents suitable for approximately 1–4 people.

Two-Room Tent Permit｜Two-Room Tent Setup Permit

 ¥3,000 (1 tent)

Permit for large two-room tents and large family tents.
Please purchase this permit for tents requiring a larger space than standard-sized tents.

Tarp Pitch Permit｜Tarp Setup Permit

 ¥2,000 (1 tarp)

Permit for setting up a tarp.
Please refrain from using oversized tarps or occupying excessive space.

※ Tent and tarp permits are required separately from admission tickets.

※ Space is limited. Please be considerate and share the camping area respectfully.
※ Staff may request layout adjustments depending on site conditions.

GLOBAL ARK 2026 Official Bus Tour (Round Trip from Shibuya)

Shibuya AXSH ⇆ Nozoritoge Rest House & Hana-no-Eki Parking Area

Price: ¥6,900

• Round-trip tickets only.

• This page is for purchasing the GLOBAL ARK 2026 Official Bus Tour ticket only.

• Festival admission ticket is not included and must be purchased separately.

• Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

The official bus tour provides direct transportation from Shibuya to the festival site.

【Meeting Point】
In front of Shibuya AXSH

Access:
2-17-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
https://www.shibuya-axsh.jp/access/ 

【Schedule】

(Outbound)
Friday, August 21, 2026

12:15 Meeting Time
12:30 Departure from Shibuya AXSH
↓
Rest stop at Kamisato Service Area
↓
16:35 Arrival at Nozoritoge Rest House & Hana-no-Eki Parking Area

(Return)
Sunday, August 23, 2026

15:15 Meeting Time
15:30 Departure from Nozoritoge Rest House & Hana-no-Eki Parking Area
↓
Rest stop at Kamisato Service Area
↓
19:35 Arrival at Shibuya AXSH

【Shuttle Service to the Festival Site】
A shuttle service is planned between Nozoritoge Rest House & Hana-no-Eki Parking Area and the festival entrance.
Further details will be announced at a later date.

GLOBAL ARK 2026 Station Shuttle Bus (Round Trip from JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station)

Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station ⇆ Nozori Lake Campground

Fare: ¥2,400

• Event admission ticket is required separately.
• Tickets cannot be cancelled or refunded after purchase.
• IMPORTANT: This shuttle bus is a round-trip service operating from JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station to the venue on Saturday, August 22, and from the venue back to JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station on Sunday, August 23. There is no shuttle service on Friday, August 21.

This shuttle bus connects JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station and the GLOBAL ARK 2026 venue.

For guests traveling by train

We recommend taking the JR Limited Express Kusatsu / Shima No.1, departing Ueno Station at 10:00.

• Ueno Station → JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station
• Travel time: Approximately 2 hours 18 minutes

The train arrives at 12:18, allowing enough time to board the 12:30 shuttle bus to the venue.

Scheduled Operating Dates

August 22, 2026 (Sat)
August 23, 2026 (Sun)

Route

Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station ⇆ Nozori Lake Campground

Schedule

Outbound
August 22, 2026 (Sat)

12:30　Depart JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station
↓
13:20　Arrive Nozori Lake Campground

Return
August 23, 2026 (Sun)

14:40　Depart Nozori Lake Campground
↓
15:30　Arrive JR Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station

【Important Notes】

1. Please arrive on time. The bus cannot wait for late arrivals.

2. For the return trip, please gather at the departure point at least 10 minutes before departure.

3. Smoking is prohibited on the bus.

4. Seat belts must be worn at all times while the bus is in motion.

5. Arrival and departure times may vary depending on traffic conditions.

We look forward to welcoming you to GLOBAL ARK 2026.

Limited to the first 50 participants! Register and pay at the venue on the day of the event. Tour fee: ¥1,500 (Cash only).

 Hot Spring Tour Information

Date
Saturday, August 22, 2026

• Limited to the first 50 participants.

• Registration and cash payment will be accepted at the venue reception on the day of the event.

Tour Fee: ¥1,500

If the tour is operated to Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen due to rain or high river water levels, an additional admission fee is required (Adults: ¥800 / Children: ¥400).

Sunny Weather

Shiriyaki Onsen
(Approx. 20 minutes from Nozori Lake Campground)

Rainy Weather / High River Water Levels

Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen
(Approx. 35 minutes from Nozori Lake Campground)

Timetable (Sunny Weather)

1st Shuttle

13:20 Depart Nozori Lake Campground
↓
13:50 Arrive Shiriyaki Onsen
↓
14:50 Depart Shiriyaki Onsen
↓
15:25 Arrive Nozori Lake Campground

2nd Shuttle

14:30 Depart Nozori Lake Campground
↓
14:55 Arrive Shiriyaki Onsen
↓
16:05 Depart Shiriyaki Onsen
↓
16:50 Arrive Nozori Lake Campground

Timetable (Rainy Weather / High River Water Levels)

1st Shuttle

13:20 Depart Nozori Lake Campground
↓
14:10 Arrive Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen
↓
15:00 Depart Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen
↓
15:50 Arrive Nozori Lake Campground

2nd Shuttle

15:00 Depart Nozori Lake Campground
↓
15:50 Arrive Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen
↓
17:30 Depart Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen
↓
18:20 Arrive Nozori Lake Campground

About Shiriyaki Onsen

Shiriyaki Onsen is a unique natural hot spring created by damming a section of a river where hot spring water naturally flows.

• Mixed-gender open-air bath

• Bathing nude is permitted, but we recommend bringing a swimsuit or bathing wear.

• No showers, washing areas, soap, or other bathing facilities.

• Not available during rain or high river water levels.

In Case of Rain or High River Water Levels

If Shiriyaki Onsen cannot be used due to rain or high river water levels, the tour will visit Sainokawara Rotenburo, Kusatsu Onsen.

• Large open-air bath with separate areas for men and women.

• No roof.

• No showers, washing areas, soap, or other bathing facilities.

• Approximately 15 minutes farther than Shiriyaki Onsen.

• Admission fee is payable at the facility.

  Adults: ¥800

  Children: ¥400

General Information

• Please bring your own towel.

• Neither hot spring has showers or washing facilities commonly found at regular hot spring facilities.

• Enjoy a unique natural open-air hot spring experience surrounded by nature.