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...
Jul 11, 2015 | Blog, Mountain Biking, Outdoor Activities
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...
Jul 11, 2015 | Blog, Mountain Biking, Outdoor Activities, Press Release
NORTHSTAR’s guided MTB tour’s are limited to 4th grade and up, so we are offering a special “Fun Ride” product just for kids, families and anyone else who wants to enjoy riding a bike in Norikura Kogen. We also get requests from couples and...
Nov 17, 2014 | Blog, Outdoor Activities, Press Release
Lift Package from：¥11,500 -, Weekend Package：¥20,000 – Popular lift package for this coming winter. We offer following 4 versions. SNOW Package A | 1 Night, 2 Meals ＋ 1 day Lift Pass Book this package now Basic Package for 1 night stay with 1 day lift pass....
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 | Blog, Press Release
We have launched our new reservation system. It is now easier to find room and activity vacancy info and to make a reservation. We have been discussing the options of creating a reservation system which can be used in English and Japanese and also incorporate our...
Nov 7, 2014 | Blog, Press Release
We will take a break after the fall season from 11/8 (Sat) – 12/9 (Wed). Thank you for your understanding. Holiday schedule 11/9 (Sat) 〜 11/21 (Fri)：only weekday （9:00-17:00）office will be open 11/22 (Sat) 〜 12/4 (Thu)：closed (will not be available to respond...
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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...
Aug 1, 2014 | Blog
On Septermber 14th we will be holding 6th annual Norikura Century • Charity Ride. A 100 mile road ride around Mt.Norikura. We are sorry for late update. We are running the Norikura Century • Charity Event this year. Because of the rain we shortened the course last...
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...
Mar 5, 2014 | Backcountry, Blog, Outdoor Activities, Snowboarding
High elevation mountains like Norikura starts to have stable weather from March. And its great time of the year for Backcountry Tours. Many of our guests have the best time riding in the spring. This January and February, we had lots of snow because of the cold air...
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...
