Oct 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Outdoor Layering: What is it? Wet=Cold. Winter Layering is vital for having a fun experience in the snow. Making sure our sweat doesn’t make us cold is our number 1 priority. Check out our guide on how to properly layer your winter clothing for ski and...
Sep 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
It has been hot a summer in Tokyo or Osaka. Fall season has arrived in the Norikura Kogen area. Karasawa is 6 hours away… People might think fall colors in Kamikochi would be great but the reality is the best fall color spot in the area is Karasawa which is a 6...
Oct 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
A proper winter layering system is important to have in the snow season. While the temperatures may be below freezing, our bodies will still sweat and create moisture. Follow our guideline bellow as we explain the winter layering system from baselayers, midlayers,...
Aug 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Norikura offers a wide range of trails and hikes. Here’s some tips for what to wear on a days hike during the Spring and Summer season. Baselayer: Wear Synthetic or wool Baselayers so that your sweat doesn’t stay on your body. Avoid wearing cotton because it...
May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Having the appropriate wear and gear for mountain biking is optimal for the best experience. Below are some guidelines and suggestions for our mountain bike tours. We recommend coming empty handed wearing clothes that are easy to move in. Clothing As the name suggest,...
Aug 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
NORTHSTAR loft is an apartment style condominium. At an altitude of 1500m you can relax and feel at home in the Norikura Highlands. Meals are not included but each condominium is equipped with a full kitchen. You can bringing your own food and groceries and cook...
Aug 31, 2020 | Blog, Press Release, Specials, Uncategorized
For guests using the “Go To Travel Campaign” We appreciate your cooperation and participation in the Go To Travel Campaign which will help everyone enjoy a great getaway. The Go To Travel Campaign promotes and establishes a new way of traveling based on...
Jul 6, 2020 | Outdoor Activities, Uncategorized
NORTHSTAR FAMILY SUMMER CAMP & GETAWAY You don’t have to travel far for family vacations. NORTHSTAR is excited to announce our Family Summer Camp & Getaway package! These programs are customized to the guest’s interests and involve the whole family....
Mar 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
A helpful guide to exploring all the seasons have to offer from NORTHSTAR, Norikura, and beyond. STAY AT NORTHSTAR ALPINE LODGE Year-Round Enjoy NORTHSTAR’s game room, cozy lounges, kidscorner, indoor climbing wall and more. New Years Come party with us! Our...
Feb 5, 2019 | Specials, Uncategorized
We support Tenku Marathon runners with a special lodging package. Our hotel is only two minutes walk from the startline! To register for the Marathon, click here . The 14th annual Norikura Tenku Marathon runs through snow walls up to 8 meters high on the highest paved...
Nov 18, 2017 | Blog, Specials, Staff, Uncategorized
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...
Jul 23, 2017 | Blog, Mountain Biking, MTB, Press Release, Uncategorized
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...
Mar 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
We have been working hard here to create some new products that fit our lifestyle and desire to help sustainable living. MIZU water bottles were created by Jussi Oksanen and are getting really popular among the action sports world. Check out the MIZU website to read...
Mar 1, 2012 | Uncategorized
I love bicycles! It can be my single speed, mountain bike, road bike and even the “mama chari” or “mama chariot” that we road in Rome or the hybrid we road in Switzerland, cycling is great. Look at this old bike by da Vinci or it said that...
