Jul 17, 2015 | Accommodations, Blog, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities, Road Biking
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...
Jul 16, 2015 | Blog, Outdoor Activities, Press Release, Wall Climbing
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...
Jul 15, 2015 | Blog, Hiking, Outdoor Activities
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...
Jun 26, 2015 | Blog
Lets celebrate US independence day together! Independence day (aka Forth of July) is one of the big holidays in US. Family and friends get together and have BBQ and fireworks and celebrate. Lot of places in US have big fireworks and parade to celebrate. Half of our...
Nov 9, 2014 | Backcountry, Blog, Outdoor Activities, Snowboarding
One of NORTHSTAR Outdoor Adventure’s recommendations for winter is snowboarding. We offer snowboard lessons at Mt. Norikura Snow Resort for beginners all the way up to advanced riders. When you hear the word “snowboard lesson” you might imagine...
Nov 8, 2014 | Backcountry, Blog, Outdoor Activities, Snowboarding
We often hear that people wants to try backcountry but they don’t always have a clear image of what backcountry riding is or how to start. When you hear the word backcountry, what do you imagine? You might imagine spraying deep powder where nobody has ridden or...
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Nov 7, 2014 | Accommodations, Blog, Outdoor Activities, Press Release, Snowboarding
You can fully enjoy Norikura’s winter without snowboard or skiing with a snowshoe tour. Walking on fluffy fresh snow is such a magical feeling like you are walking on a cloud. We offer half day, full day, and night tours throughout the winter season. Your guide...
May 5, 2014 | Accommodations, Blog, Dining, Mountain Biking, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities
In May and June, we are releasing a new package plan for MTB lovers. Snow on the trail started to melt and Mountain Bike season in Norikura has finally started! And now we are releasing a new package plan for MTB lovers. For limited dates you can charter a NORTHSTAR...
May 1, 2014 | Accommodations, Backcountry, Blog, Hiking, Mountain Biking, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities, Snowboarding
We are finally thawing out in Norikura and getting ready to enjoy the beautiful spring season. Come enjoy Golden Week with us in Norikura. Spring Alpine Snow Wall The view from the top of Norikura is amazing in the spring Spring MTB ride Skunk Cabbage Kids Fun Ride...
Apr 1, 2014 | NORTHSTAR Original
Mt. Norikura Spring Backcountry Tours In Spring the weather is more mellow and you can enjoy some good corn snow. Or you might even have fresh powder seeing how it’s not uncommon to get new snow in April and May. Trying backcountry in the spring is a great way...
Nov 7, 2013 | Backcountry, Blog, Outdoor Activities, Snowboarding
BURTON focused on free ride, “Family Tree” is available to test ride at NORTHSTAR Outdoor Adventures. Rider: Stephan Maurer / Photo: ©BURTON Burton’s “Family Tree” is their line focused on freeride which is the origin of...
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Nov 7, 2013 | Accommodations, Blog, NORTHSTAR Original, Snowboarding
The snowboard camp we do in English every season, Kids English Snowboard Camp will open this season too. We offer many levels of lessons suited for each kid. From kids who have never snowboarded before to kids already challenging the snowboard park. Your English...
Oct 9, 2013 | Blog, Mountain Biking, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities
Bike season in Norikura will finish soon. We are planning a “Thank You MTB Tour” to celebrating the end of the bike season. We will guide some local “Golden Trails” with Karamatsu leaves and some secret trails that we do not ride that often. We...
Sep 22, 2013 | Blog, Mountain Biking
Norikura is famous for beautiful autumn colors. We have some great activities to help you enjoy the autumn atmosphere even more here at NORTHSTAR. Autumn colors are starting gradually from the top of the mountain. Of course we would like to recommend a mountain...
Sep 13, 2013 | Blog, Mountain Biking, NORTHSTAR Original, Outdoor Activities, Road Biking
We’ve been having some rain during the weekend cycling events and because of the rain, the goal to Kuraigahara for the annual Norikura Hill Climb. We also had to cancel some MTB tours. But we are planning an exciting tour to help you take revenge on your road...
