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Snow

Copy goes here: With a base starting at 1500 meters, Mount Norikura is ideally situated for powder snow that is second to none. It’s varied terrain, long runs, and short lift lines allow people of all levels to enjoy “the ride”, to remember once again what it means to play. NORTHSTAR’S LTR (learn to ride) teaching method and rentals gets you started in this adventure. Add in the quality of “N” Park, Indy Park and NORTHSTAR’S own park, you truly have a place that stokes the desire for another run. Come ride, come snowshoe, come to adventure at NORTHSTAR.

Bike

Norikura Kogen is a nationally acclaimed bike destination for both road and mountain biking. From an epic hill climb to astounding single track, truly this is one of the mecca’s of bike in Japan. Come and enjoy one of our guided tours and see the real Norikura.

Trail

With a network that extends through a national park, Norikura offers trails for both the beginner or the expert, for the hiker or the trail runner. The trails pass waterfalls, follow rivers, and allows the adventurist a diverse environment to enjoy. Come and enjoy the unique beauty of Norikura’s trail system.

Mountain

With beautiful rivers to hike, amazing rocks to climb, and extensive alpine routes to take, NORTHSTAR is a unique base for your adventure activities. Whether a short walk from NORTHSTAR or an extended trip into the NORTHERN ALPS, you get to experience Japan’s unique and mysterious mountains.

Local Fun

With attractions within a short walk from NORTHSTAR, Norikura Kogen provides many scenic points such as alpine flora, snow melt streams, waterfalls, and hot springs to enjoy. For the more the adventurous there are multiple peaks of Norikura or a side trip to Kamikochi, the gate way to the Northern Alps. About an hours drive away is Matsumoto Castle, Takayama’s “Little Kyoto”, and Shin Hodaka’s Ropeway which can take you to Nishi Hodaka’s Peak.
So many things to enjoy, so many things to see.