Welcome to NORTHSTAR’S Alpine Lodge

by Ken Yamaguchi | 2017-11-18 | Blog, Specials, Staff, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

We will take a break after the fall season from 11/25 (Sat) – 12/5 (Tue). Thank you for your understanding. Holiday schedule  〜 11/24 (Fri)：only weekday （10:00-17:00）Available to respond for phone calls and e-mails. 11/25 (Sat) 〜 12/5 (Tue)：closed (will not be...

by Ken Yamaguchi | 2017-07-23 | Blog, Mountain Biking, MTB, Press Release, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Want to try your hand at an international mountain bike instructor/guide certification? Now is your chance to be certified as a group leader or an instructor/guide at the level you need. NORTHSTAR and other major mountain bike guiding companies in Japan have been...

by NORTHSTAR | 2015-07-17 | Accommodations, Blog, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities, Road Biking | 0 Comments

On September 13th we will be holding 7th annual Norikura Century • Charity Ride. A 100 mile road ride around Mt.Norikura.  We are running the Norikura Century Charity Event this year. Because of the rain we shortened the course last year, but we are hoping to be able...

by NORTHSTAR | 2015-07-16 | Blog, Outdoor Activities, Press Release, Wall Climbing | 0 Comments

Our climbing wall is popular among our guests. You can climb on your own or you can request a climbing activity. Either way is fun. Guest staying at the NORTHSTAR Alpine Lodge can use the climbing wall for free during their stay. Guests not staying at the NORTHSTAR...

by NORTHSTAR | 2015-07-15 | Blog, Hiking, Outdoor Activities | 0 Comments

kamikochi and Mt. Norikura guiding If you are planning a trip to Norikura, why not go little further with a Kamikochi trekking tour?  The "negative ions" in the air, emitted from the trees, will refresh and relax you as you walk along the beautiful Azusa River. Click...

by NORTHSTAR | 2015-07-11 | Blog, Mountain Biking, Outdoor Activities | 0 Comments

Come to NORTHSTAR for a MTB tour in beautiful Norikura! From first-timers to advanced riders, we can provide the guiding you need. Our MTB Tours have earned a solid reputation over the years and we are looking forward to serving you all again this summer/fall! The...