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NIKKO SATOYAMA eBIKE EXPERIENCE

2023年4月4日 By gori カテゴリEnglish, ブログ

E-BIKE Ride through Satoyama scenery and traditional Satoyama experience

^{*Satoyama: settlement pattern of living in upland valleys and cultivating slopes}

Let’s go beyond the tourist areas of Nikko and experience the real daily life of farming villages, terraced rice fields, and clear streams while feeling the scenery of satoyama blessed with clean water and mountains.

Nikko is famous as a place where rich nature and culture remain, but the background is maintained by the wisdom of the people who live in Nikko, cooperation between them to make a living, love for the community, and coexistence with nature.

The people of Nikko enriched their lives by drawing water from the Daiya River, which flows from the Nikko Mountains, into their paddy fields since ancient times.

The rice in the terraced rice fields of Nikko, served for lunch, is also carefully grown using the clean water from the natural slopes. One of the attractions of this tour is that you can visit a local farmhouse and enjoy talking about rice and the region while having a homemade meal, a unique opportunity to discover Nikko.

The experience includes cycling around the World Heritage area, off-road cycling along the Daiya River, strolling through the satoyama scenery, lunch at an old farmhouse, Guinness Nikko Cedar Path and more!

*Planned distance to travel is about 33km. We use electric assisted E-bikes, so you can enjoy cycling without getting tired.

Season

Early April to late December

Meeting Place・Time

9:30　NIKKO BASE NAOC 日光ベース
3-11 Honcho, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture

*The above times are departure times. Please come to the meeting place approximately 15 minutes before.
*We offer a free shuttle service from nearby inns and Nikko Station. Please let us know if you would like one.
*In case that you are driving, please use the nearby paid parking lot, Time Space Nikko Yasukawacho.

Required Time

About 5.5 hours

* Time from arrival to departure

End Time

Around 15:00

*Please note that the end time may vary slightly.

Fee

・15 years old and over ¥17,500 (+¥500 insurance fee)

Booking

To make a reservation, please complete our Booking Form here

What’s included

Guide fee
E-Bike rental
Helmet
Gloves
Japanese local cuisine at Nikko’s farm
Consumption tax
Insurance fee

Clothing・What to Bring

・Comfortable clothes, as depending on the trousers, the hem is easy to get entangled in the chain.
・Drink
・Ruck sack (The E-Bike does not come with a basket).

Things that are good to have depending on the climate and weather:
・Cold and windproof jacket
・Body wear with heat retention

It is desirable to wear clothes that are easy to put on and take off. You can also bring rain gear,
used during sudden light rain.

We have Backpacks available (rental fee ¥500). Please let us know when you make your reservation.

What we offer:

eBikes made by the world’s leading manufacturers “MERIDA” and “TREK”.
This is a full-fledged cycling tour where you can enjoy both off-road and on-road.
Because you use an electric E-bike, you can enjoy cycling without getting tired.
We will show you a secret Nikko that is not listed in the regular guidebooks.

Participation conditions

155cm or more

● We have bicycles of suitable sizes according to your height. Please let us know the height of the participants at the time of booking.
*Participants who are drunk on the day, have a hangover, or are pregnant will not be permitted to join the experience.

Holding Conditions

Tours are available for a minimum of 2 participants.
Although it will be held in light rain, it will be canceled in case of heavy rain.

In case of cancellation, we will comprehensively judge the weather forecast etc. and will contact you by 19:00 the day before. However, since it will be a matter of nature, there may be cases where sudden cancellation is unavoidable, so please understand this when booking. We will refund the full amount when we contact you to cancel due to weather, etc.

Tour Layout

*Times are approximate

Meeting/reception (09:15)

Start (09:30)
After finishing the lecture and notes, it’s time to start!

We will start from the World Heritage area.

Ride overlooking the Nikko Mountains.

Enjoy both off-road and on-road

Nikko’s delicious rice is carefully grown in this terraced rice fields

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local farmer’s house

Stories and warm hospitality from the locals

Cycling along the “Guinness world’s longest cedar tree-lined street” on the Nikko Highway that leads from Tokyo to Toshogu Shrine, a World Heritage Site. It is the only place in Japan designated both as a special historic site and a special natural monument.

Goal (14:50)

How was your trip to see what life is like in Nikko? We hope you enjoyed the experience, thank you for coming!

Best Rafting in Kinugawa – Nikko National Park Exciting Adventure

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

Why join us?

1. NAOC facilities are popular because they are open and cozy .
2. Comfortable to wear, fully dry and clean wetsuits from small child’s size, and complete equipment.
3. Guides with great individuality! Also, proper safety measures!
(Safety measures: Tour leaders support the tours, guides with more than 3 years of experience, rescue qualifications, international rafting qualifications, etc.)
4. In addition, NAOC is close to the world sightseeing spot “Nikko”! So together with rafting, world heritage, national parks, hot springs and more, it is a fulfilling journey.
5. Furthermore, the extraordinary experience of rafting is also perfect for deepening bonds!
The NAOC guide will support you – from family trips, friends, couple etc. and private trips such as school, employee and group trips.

Season

From April to November

Meeting place and time:

NAOC Kinugawa base (The meeting place may be different when using the pick-up service)
Please refer to this page or e-mail the reception
NAOC Kinugawa base Meeting Time:
Morning tour at 9:00
Afternoon tour at 13:00

(Once a day at 10:00 in November)

Time required:

About 3 hours (Approximate time from reception until return)

Fee:

Adults ¥ 8,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
Elementary school students ¥ 7,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Included in the fee:

– Guide fee
– Equipment (life jacket, helmet, wetsuit)
– Consumption tax

What to bring:

· Swimsuit (underwear that can get wet is also ok!)
※ Please consider it as the inner wear under the wetsuit
· Shoes that can get wet (things that can be fixed to the heel such as sports sandals, sneakers, etc.)
※ Beach sandals are not acceptable but here is also rental available for ¥500.
· Towel
※ You will use it for changing clothes after the tour
· Drinks (PET bottles etc. to prevent dehydration)
※ It is possible to bring it on the boat. There is also a vending machine available.
· Glasses band
※ Please understand that we are not responsible for lost or damaged glasses
【Clothes to bring according to the weather】
* T-shirt and shorts that can get wet (synthetic fiber is preferable)
※ Rainy season – Hot days in early September. You can also join the tour without a wetsuit.
* Rash guard (long sleeves, in order to prevent sunburn).
* Fleece jacket (specially in chilly days of spring and autumn)
※ To be worn as an inner clothes under the wetsuits. Also rental available for ¥500.

[NAOC’s commitment]

1. Wetsuits used for tours are suitable, soft and original.
2. Two kinds of river shoes or sandals are also prepared according to the water temperature (Montbell river shoes or Teva’s river sandals)

Who can join?

6 years old and above (elementary school students only if accompanied by parents). People with no rafting experience are welcome. People in good health.
※ Participation of those who are drunk, hangover, or pregnant will not be allowed.

Terms & Conditions:

Tours will be held for 2 people or more.
We will hold it even in rainy weather. However, it may be canceled if there is a risk of river water rise and dam release due to typhoon or heavy rain.
※ In the case of cancellation: we base this decision on the weather forecast and the condition of the river, and we will make an effort to contact you by 7pm the day before the tour. However, tours can be canceled at short notice for reasons of safety or other natural conditions. If a tour is canceled due to weather conditions, the cost is refunded or you can change your reservation to another day.

Pick-up place and time:

Meeting place for pick-up: Kinugawa Onsen Station in front of the Tourist Information Center, opposite the station.
Morning Tour 8:40
Afternoon Tour 12:20
(Once a day at 9:50 in November)
(If you wish to be picked up, please let us know when you submit your reservation)

Rafting Tour Schedule

1: Meeting at NAOC base

2: Firstly, bus ride to the Starting Point

Then, briefing before the start

3: Following, Rafting starts!

At this point, prepare to get wet in the splashing water! Let’s push it forward in the enchanted beautiful scenery.

Also, you can jump off a popular cliff!

4: As soon as Rafting ends, we return to the base by NAOC’s bus.

5: Lastly, Tea Time & Goodbye.

Canyoning – The ultimate healing adventure at Nikko

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

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Canyoning is an activity that goes down a valley with flow of river while enjoying nature.
It is a sport originating in France playing in a valley wearing a wetsuit, and has long been popular in Europe. You can slide on natural water sliders that the power of water creates, slide and jump into big natural pools, swim, and use techniques such as shower climbing as you make your way to the goal. It is a river sport where you can taste a sense of thrill and unity with nature.

Let’s get wild! Jump in dynamically! Repeater No.1 adventure!
Swim in clear streams, waterfall pools and rock sliders, and enjoy the ultimate healing adventure, canyoning! Neither laugh nor excitement will stop at natural attractions that appear one after the other.

NAOC is the pioneer to introduce a canyoning tour to Tochigi prefecture, so let’s experience the versatile canyoning courses of Nikko National Park together!
※ At NAOC, 4 different canyoning courses are offered.
※ Tour Course: Please keep in mind that we will select and guide you to the course of the best condition on the tour date.

Season

June to October

Meeting place and time

NAOC Kinugawa base (The meeting place may be different when using the pick-up service)
Please refer to this page or e-mail the reception
NAOC Kinugawa base Meeting Time:
Morning Tour: 9:00
Afternoon Tour: 13:00

Time required:

About 3 hours (Approximate time from reception until return)
* You can also use hot showers after the tour.

Fee

Adults ¥ 8,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
Children (6 to 12 years old) ¥ 7,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
※ Family canyoning: from mid-July to August 31
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Included in the fee:

– Guide fee
– Equipment (life jacket, helmet, wetsuit, hip protector,shoes)
– Consumption tax

What to bring:

· Swimsuit (or underwear that can get wet)
※ Please consider it as the inner wear under the wetsuit
· Towel
※ You will use it for changing clothes after the tour

Other useful belongings to bring in case you have them:

· Glasses band
※ Please understand that we are not responsible for lost or damaged glasses
· Fleece jacket to be worn as an inner clothes under the wetsuits, specially on chilly days. Also available for rent (¥500 fee)

· Climbing shoes (if you have shoes suitable for canyoning)

【Clothes to bring according to the weather】

· Inner of synthetic fiber such as rush guard (as inner for chilly days)
· Inner of synthetic fiber such as tights and leggings (as inner for chilly days)

Who can join?

6 years old and above (Family canyoning is available for kids)
People with no canyoning experience are more than welcome! People in good health.
※ Participation of those who are drunk, hangover, or pregnant will not be allowed.

Terms & Conditions:

Tours will be held for at least 2 people.
We will hold it even in rainy weather. However, it may be canceled if there is a risk of river water rise and dam release due to typhoon or heavy rain.
※ In the case of cancellation: we base this decision on the weather forecast and the condition of the river, and will make an effort to contact you by 7pm the day before the tour. However, tours can be canceled at short notice for reasons of safety or other natural conditions. If a tour is canceled due to weather conditions, the cost is refunded or you can change your reservation to another day.

Pick-up place and time:

Meeting place for pick-up: Kinugawa Onsen Station in front of the Tourist Information Center, opposite the station.
Morning Tour 8:40
Afternoon Tour 12:20
(If you wish to be picked up, please let us know when you submit the reservation)

Canyoning Tour schedule

1: Meeting at NAOC base and reception as soon as you arrive

2: Firstly, bus ride to the Starting Point

Then, briefing before the start

3: Following, Canyoning starts!

At this point, head sliding on a natural rock sliders!!!

Also, dive into the waterfall!

Everyone will float together in circle! Lastly, heal the whole body in a pool of waterfalls with negative ions!!

4: As soon as Canyoning ends, we return to the base on NAOC’s bus.

5: Finally, Tea Time & Goodbye

Family Canyoning

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

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Fun Adventure for the whole family

What is Canyoning?

Canyoning is an activity that goes down a valley with flow of river while enjoying nature.
It is a sport originating in France playing in a valley wearing a wetsuit, and has long been popular in Europe. You can slide on natural water sliders that the power of water creates, slide and jump into big natural pools, swim, and use techniques such as shower climbing as you make your way to the goal. It is also a river sport where you can taste a sense of thrill and unity with nature.

Family canyoning at NAOC

Let’s get wild!
Swim in clear streams, waterfall pools and rock sliders, and play the ultimate healing adventure, canyoning! Neither laugh nor excitement will stop at natural attractions that appear one after the other. Let’s enjoy the ultimate adventure in family.
NAOC is the pioneer to introduce a canyoning tour to Tochigi prefecture! Experience a safe and enjoyable canyoning tour with us!

Season

Mid-July to August 31st

Meeting place and time:

Time required:

About 3 hours (Approximate time from reception until return)
* Please use hot water showers after the tour.

Fee

Adults ¥ 8,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
Children (6 to 12 years old) ¥ 7,300 (+¥ 500 insurance fee)
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Included in the fee:

– Guide fee
– Equipment (life jacket, helmet, wetsuit, hip protector,shoes)
– Consumption tax

What to bring:

· Swimsuit (or underwear that can get wet)
※ Please consider it as the inner wear under the wetsuit
· Towel
※ You will use it for changing clothes after the tour
·Fleece rental fee ¥ 500 (To be used on chilly days etc.)

Other useful belongings to bring in case you have them:

· Glasses band
※ Please understand that we are not responsible for lost or damaged glasses
· Fleece jacket (specially on chilly days etc)
※ To be worn as an inner clothes under the wetsuits. Rental available for ¥300.
· Climbing shoes (if you have shoes suitable for canyoning)

【Clothes to bring according to the weather】

· Inner of synthetic fiber such as rush guard (as inner for chilly days)
· Inner of synthetic fiber such as tights and leggings (as inner for chilly days)

Who can join?

Elementary school students and above (anyone can join this tour but its main audience is families with elementary school students)
People with no canyoning experience are welcome. People in good health.
※ Participation of those who are drunk, hangover, or pregnant will not be allowed.

Terms & Conditions:

Tours will be held for 2 people or more.
We will hold it even in rainy weather. However, it may be canceled if there is a risk of river water rise and dam release due to typhoon or heavy rain.

Pick-up place and time:

Course Introduction

HAPPY – Happy Canyoning
This course is set in a beautiful sliding floor made of rock. It is an adventure course surrounded by beauty, in which we will enjoy sliding, flowing and swimming! We will guide you to the most popular river expedition. Of the 4 canyoning courses offered at NAOC, elementary school students can only participate in this one.
* Please note that Happy tour is done with family support accompanying elementary school students. The course distance is set shorter than the course distance for adults.

Family Canyoning Tour schedule

1: Meeting at NAOC base

2: Firstly, bus ride to the Starting Point
After that, Briefing before the start

3: Canyoning start!

Head-first sliding on a slider made of rock!!!

Dive into a natural pool!!!

Parents can enjoy sliding with their children!
We will end with plenty of time for playing in the clear water!!

4: End of Canyoning
We return to the base on NAOC’s bus.

5: Tea Time & Goodbye
12:00 (Morning Tour) or 16:00 (Afternoon Tour)

1 DAY ADVENTURE

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

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1DAY ADVENTURE

An Exclusive day full of adventure

Enjoy an outdoor day at NAOC! How about a day full of excitement and adventure? You can enjoy rafting and canyoning for half a day each.
Canyoning is an activity full of attractions like jumping, climbing, swimming and sliding in a valley with a flow of river. Rafting is a boating activity where you can take a splash and ride over the white waves. It is a fun and popular activity that will not let you down!
During lunch break, take a nap in a hammock and enjoy a relaxing time as well.

Course

Rafting + Canyoning

Tour details

Let’s enjoy two popular activities together. The fun will not stop in a continuous excitement you have never experienced before. The mix of rafting and canyoning will be a fun experience full of memories!

Season

From June 1st to October 6th

Meeting place and time

By car: NAOC Base at 9:00
By train: Tourist information center in front of Kinugawa Onsen Station at 8:40
(If you wish to be picked up, please let us know at the time of reservation)

Time required

7 hours (including break time)

Fee

Adult ¥ 14,000 (+¥500 insurance fee)
Children ¥ 12,500 (+¥500 insurance fee)
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Included in the fee

· Guide fee
· Equipment
· Consumption tax

What to bring

· Swimsuit (or underwear that can get wet)
* Please consider it as the inner wear under the wetsuit
· Towel
* You will use it for changing clothes after the tour
· Lunch
· Drink
·Fleece jacket (To be used on chilly days etc. Also available for rent, fee ¥500)
· Glasses band
* Please understand that we are not responsible for lost or damaged glasses

【Clothes to bring according to the weather】

· Inner of synthetic fiber such as rush guard (as inner for chilly days)
· Inner of synthetic fiber such as tights and leggings (as inner for chilly days)

Who can join?

Junior high school students and above (Happy 1 DAY is available for elementary school students accompanied by their parents)
People with no rafting or canyoning experience are welcome. People in good health.
* Participation of those who are drunk, hangover, or pregnant will not be allowed.

Terms & Conditions

Tours will be held for 2 people or more.
We will hold it even in rainy weather. However, it may be canceled if there is a risk of river water rise and dam release due to typhoon or heavy rain.
* In the case of cancellation: we base this decision on the weather forecast and the condition of the river, and will make an effort to contact you by 7pm the day before the tour. However, tours can be canceled at short notice for reasons of safety or other natural conditions. If a tour is canceled due to weather conditions, the cost is refunded or you can change your reservation to another day.

Cancellation Policy:

A fee will be charged unless the tour is cancelled 8 or more days before the tour date.

7 to 2 days prior to your scheduled tour date, 30% of the total amount will be charged.
1 day prior to your scheduled tour date, 50%
On your scheduled tour date or No show, 100%

SUP: Paddle-boarding in Nikko

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

SUP – in Kinugawa –

SUP is an acronym for Stand Up Paddle surfing. Also known as paddle-boarding, it is an activity where you stand on a large surfboard and paddle yourself.

It is an activity that started as a leg training for riding big waves in Hawaii. It is characterized by stability and easy propulsion.

NAOC’s SUP will guide you to the finest premium space of the Kinugawa gorge.

The area to be used has a calm flow, so even first-timers can participate with peace of mind.

Practice at the starting point. Once you get used to how to row and how to play, continue cruising further. The feeling of controlling the board by manipulating the paddle with your own power, and the feeling of letting yourself go with the flow and the wind is exceptional!

Sometimes I stop by the beach, swim, and jump off the rocks. Fully enjoy the freedom of SUP + α and a highly satisfying time.

Enjoy an elegant SUP tour to your heart’s content at the mysterious water lounge of Kinugawa surrounded by deep rock walls!

season

Early May to October

The meeting place

NAOC Kinugawa Base
871-2 Kinugawa Onsen Taki, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecturemeeting

time

Morning session 09:00
Afternoon session 13:00

Morning session 08:40 pick-up
Afternoon session 12:20 pick-up

pick-up Kinugawa Onsen Station Tourist Information Center

※It is free of charge.
*Please be sure to let us know at the time of application if you would like to be picked up.

required timeabout 3 hours

*Time from arrival to departure.

Fee

¥ 8,000 (+¥500 insurance fee)
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Fee includes

・ Guide fee
・ Equipment set (SUP, paddle, life jacket, wet suit)
・ Consumption tax Belongings

Preparation

・Swimwear or underwear that can get
wet *Wear inside a wetsuit.
・Shoes that can get wet
*As a general rule, please wear shoes with fixed straps holding the heels. Flip-flops are not allowed.
・Bath towel
*Used when changing clothes after the tour.《Things that are good to have according to the climate and weather》
・T-shirts and shorts that can get wet
*Synthetic materials are preferable. It is recommended to participate in light clothing instead of a wet suit during the hot midsummer season.
・ Rash guard
*Long-sleeve, sun protection.
・Fleece and inner top and bottom
*Synthetic fiber material is preferable. Wear it under a wetsuit on chilly days in spring and autumn.
・Drinks
*You can bring anything with a lid during the tour.

Others

・Glasses band
*To prevent loss or participate with contact lenses
・Waterproof camera or waterproof mobile case
*Can be attached to a life jacket. We recommend one with a carabiner or strap.

[Paid rental]
River shoes/sandals: ¥300 (Approx. 18cm to 30cm)

Fleece: ¥300

There is no objective compensation in the insurance you subscribe to at our company. Please be careful when handling the items you bring with you.

NAOC’s Commitment

1. The wetsuits used on the tour are comfortable original suits with thickness suitable for the three seasons of spring, summer, and autumn.
2. River shoes and sandals are available according to the weather. Two types: montbell’s other shoe type or Teva’s river sandals!

★When handing over the product, it is delivered dry.

Participation conditionsJunior high school students and above
are welcome.*Participants who are drunk on the day, have a hangover, or are pregnant will not be permitted to participate.

*Because of the buoyancy of the board, the weight must be less than 90kg. Please note.Terms&ConditionsIt will be held with 2 or more people.

Rain or shine. However, it may be canceled if there is a possibility of river flooding or dam discharge due to typhoon or torrential rain.

*In case of cancellation, we will comprehensively judge the weather forecast and the condition of the field, and will contact you by 19:00 the day before.

However, since it will be a matter of nature, there may be cases where sudden cancellation is unavoidable.

Please understand this point and apply. We will refund the full amount when we contact you to cancel or cancel due to weather etc.

Cancellation Policy:

A fee will be charged unless the tour is cancelled 8 or more days before the tour date.

Please see below:

Reservations/InquiriesPlease call us to apply for SUP Tour.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0288-70-1181

Private Family Canyoning Tour for small children

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

Private Family Canyoning Tour for small kids!

Overview

Enjoy the ultimate adventure with your loved ones!

There is no official or legal guideline for what age a child can go canyoning from, but encouraging little kids to Jumping into beautiful alpine pools, sliding down natural toboggans and abseiling down waterfalls is fantastic fun and a great activity to try as a family.

Canyoning is the perfect addition to all activity holidays for families specially during hot summer in Japan.

Let’s float and flow in the clear stream. Observe how yamame trout and char swim. Slide on a bedrock like a slide. Let’s jump from the top of the rock into the river.

We have prepared a private tour that you can enjoy alone with your family.

Participation is limited to one family per frame, and our trained staff will guide you in complete privacy. All necessary safety gears and equipments are included, so you can participate only with a towel! You can swim in the clear river currents and play on natural rock slides and puddles. A trained guide will take you on an exciting adventure safely. It will sure be a day full of great adventures for your children as well.

NAOC is a pioneer who introduced canyoning tours for the first time in Tochigi Prefecture! Let’s dive in the beautiful nature of Nikko.

We will guide you through safe, secure and enjoyable canyoning.

This activity is for families with children of 5 years old and above.

Season

Mid-July to August 31st

Meeting place and time

■ Time of departure:

* Morning Tour: NAOC Kinugawa Base at 8:00

* Afternoon Tour: NAOC Kinugawa Base at 13:00

Time required

Around 3 hours

Fee

Adults ¥10,000 (+¥500 insurance fee)
Children ¥9,500 (+¥500 insurance fee)
*Fees may vary; please check the price displayed above for the most updated fee.

Included in the tour

* Guide fee

* River gear ( life jacket, helmet, wet suit)

* Consumption tax

What to bring

– Swimming suit

– Any inner clothes to wear underneath the wetsuit (those will keep the heat longer)

– Towel

– Extra clothes

– Fleece jacket (good if it is a chill day, also rental available for ¥500)

– If you wear glasses, please wear a strap with them.

* Please note that we cannot bear responsibility for loss or damage.

– Inside of chemical fiber such as rash guard (as inner on chilly day)

Who can participate?

Minimum age required is 5 years old.

Tour Terms & Conditions

Infants must be 5 years old or older. First timers are welcome. This activity is basically for families with small children.

* Please refrain from participating if you are pregnant, under the effect of alcohol or hangover.

* At least one of the parents must be with the infant during the tour.

The Tour will be held by two or more participants. It will be held in rainy weather, but it may be cancelled if there is a risk of flooding due to a typhoon or heavy rain.

Application

This activity is a limited program, so please make a reservation by email [email protected] or phone at 0288-70-1181.

Cancellation Policy:
A fee will be charged unless the tour is cancelled 8 or more days before the tour date.

Please see below:
7 to 2 days prior to your scheduled tour date, 30% of the total amount will be charged.
1 day prior to your scheduled tour date, 50%
On your scheduled tour date or No show, 100%

Let’s have a blast!

Discover Nikko -Cycling Tour-

2023年3月23日 By gori カテゴリEnglish, ブログ

This is a cycling tour where you can run off-road and on-road, feel the change of seasons, and run through Nikko, a little-known spot that is not listed in guidebooks.

You will bike through the bustling town of Nikko and through the World Heritage area, feeling the wind of the mountains and the murmuring of the river.

If you run a little actively off-road along the Oyagawa riverbed, you will come across the old Nikko Suginamiki road, lined with cedar trees that are over 300 years old.

While watching the long passage of time since the Edo period, the ancient roads rooted in this land will tell us something. It would be nice to park your bicycle, stop by a clear stream, lie down in a field and look at the sky.

Let’s take a look at the surrounding nature as well as the historic buildings.

The real pleasure of this tour is to take pictures of the majestic Nikko mountain range and the trees that change color depending on the season.

Cycling in the World Heritage area → Urban area of Nikko → A little off-road cycling along the Oya River → View point overlooking the Nikko mountain range → Cycling along Nikko Suginamiki Kodo → Urban area of Imaichi

*Scheduled distance to travel is about 12km, with downhills.

Booking

To make a reservation, please copy and paste the following details and contact us at [email protected]:

· Date on which you want to take the Tour
· Names of the participants
· Height of the participating people, to select the appropriate size bicycles
· Phone number
· Address

Season

From early March to late November

Meeting place/time

NAOC Nikko Base
3-11 Honmachi, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture

Morning session 09:00
Afternoon session 13:00

*The above times are departure times. Please come to the meeting place approximately 15 minutes before.
*We offer a free shuttle service from nearby inns and Nikko Station. Please let us know if you would like one.
*If you are driving, please use the nearby paid parking lot. Time Space Nikko Yasukawacho is the closest parking.

Required time

About 3 hours

*Time from arrival to departure

●End time

Morning session around 12:00
Afternoon session around 16:00

*Please note that the end time may vary slightly.

Price

・Above age 15: ¥13,000　(Additional Insurance fee: 500yen)
・Age 6-14: ¥11,000 (Additional Insurance fee: 500yen)

Price includes

・Guide fee
・Ebikes (electrically assisted mountain bikes) can only be rented by people over 150cm tall.
・Helmet
・Glove
・Insurance fee
・Consumption tax

Clothing/Belongings

・Clothes that are easy to move
in * Depending on the trousers, the hem can easily get entangled in the chain.
・Drinks
・Rucksack
*MTB does not come with a basket.

《Things that are good to have according to the climate and weather》
・A jacket that is cold and windproof ・Body wear with
heat retention
*It is desirable to wear something that is easy to put on and take off.
・Rain gear
*Used during sudden light rain.
・Gloves
*Those with heat retention.
・Knit hat
・Neck warmer

[Paid rental] Backpack: ¥300
*Please let us know when you apply.

[NAOC’s commitment]
1. Rental MTBs are made by the world’s leading manufacturer “TREK”.
2. This is a full-fledged cycling tour where you can enjoy both off-road and on-road.
3. You can attach a 500ml PET bottle to the drink holder.
4. We will show you deep Nikko that is not listed in the guidebook.

Participation conditions

Beginners from children to adults are welcome.

● We have bicycles that can be used by elementary school students and up. Please let us know the height of the participants at the time of application.

*Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.
*Participants who are drunk, have a hangover, or are pregnant will not be permitted to participate.

Holding Conditions

It will be held with 2 or more participants.
It will be canceled in case of rain.

* In case of cancellation, we will comprehensively judge the weather forecast etc. and will contact you by 19:00 the day before. However, since it will be a matter of nature, there may be cases where sudden cancellation is unavoidable. Please understand this point and apply. We will refund the full amount when we contact you to cancel or cancel due to weather etc.

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※The written time is the approximated time

・Arrival & Reception (08:45/12:45)

Start (09:00/13:00)
We will first show you some instructions and will start the ride!

Starting from the world heritage area.

There are many noble cherry blossom trees around that are beyond 100 years old!

We will also cycle past rice fields and farm lands。

Of course, the famous autumn leaves of Nikko are majestically elegant.

We can enjoy the old landscape of Nikko together with the beautiful Japanese season.

After we ride through the longest cedar tree road in the world, we are close to the goal!

Goal (11:15/15:15)
またNAOCの車でベースまで戻ります。

Farewell (11:45/15:45)
We will arrive back to NAOC NIKKO BASE. Thank you for visiting!

If you are stuck on what to eat for lunch or sight seeing, feel free to ask us.

We are happy to help you with anything.

Oku-Nikko Airboard and Snowshoeing

2021年12月28日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

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What is an air board?
Born in Switzerland, it’s already popular in Europe and a hot topic in Japan.
This is a new type of activity where you get on a rubber board (inflated with air) while lying face down and slide down the mountain freely. There is an edge on the bottom of the board so you can turn! By receiving the lecture, you can immediately learn how to turn and stop and enjoy it easily.

NAOC Oku-Nikko Airboard & Snowshoeing
In the winter, Oku-Nikko is wrapped in powder snow and Nikko National Park is a great field to play in the snow. Put on your snowshoes, grab an airboard and let’s start. We will walk uphill and through flat snowfields using the snowshoes. On the downhill slope, you can ride on the air board and slide down. You can enjoy the thrill of slipping through the trees and observing the terrain.

Season:
January 9 to late March,

Meeting Place and Time:
09:30
NAOC NIKKO BASE
3-11 Honcho, Nikko City
* If you come by train, we can pick you up at Tobu Nikko Station. (Pick-up time is 9:15)
* Those who gather at NAOC Nikko Base and Tobu Nikko Station will be picked up and dropped off at NAOC Nikko Base and Tobu Nikko Station after the tour.

10:00
ZEN RESORT NIKKO
2482 Chugushi, Nikko City
* You can change your clothes.
* From the meeting place, we will drive to the field by NAOC car.
* Lunch is also available upon request (Extra charge)
https://www.zen-nikko.com
* Please contact us if you would like to pick you up at Yumoto Onsen (around 10:00)

Time Required:
2.5 hours (experience time in the field)

End Time:
ZEN RESORT NIKKO around 13:30
Nikko Base, Nikko Station around 15:00
* Please note that the end time may be slightly different.

Fee:
Adults ¥ 8,500 (+ insurance premium ¥ 500)
Elementary school students ¥ 7,000 (+ insurance premium ¥ 500)
* Payment will be by credit card. After confirming your reservation, we will send you a bill from Square’s payment system.

Booking:
Please fill in this form

Included in the fee:
・ Guide fee
・ Air board
・ Snowshoes
・ Helmet
・ Insurance fee
・ Consumption tax

What to bring:
・ Jacket and pants that are cold, windproof, and waterproof (ski wear is also acceptable)
・ Inner clothing with high heat retention (it is preferable to have something that can regulate body temperature and is easy to put on and take off)
・ Inner that keeps warm and dries quickly (chemical fibers are desirable)
・ Climbing shoes or snow boots (rental available ¥ 1000)
・ Down jacket (mainly worn during breaks as it will get quite cold)
・ Gloves
・ Knit cap
・ Sunglasses or goggles
・ Ruck sack (to keep your clothes, drinks, belongings, etc)
・ Snacks/light meal, and drinks (preferably both hot and cold)
[Paid rental]
Snow boots: ¥ 1,000 – Snow wear top and bottom set: ¥ 3,000 – Gloves: ¥ 500
* If you would like to rent them, please let us know at the time of booking.

Who can join:
Elementary school students and above

Terms & Conditions:
2 people or more
It may be canceled due to wind and snow.
In case of cancellation, we will we base this decision on the weather forecast and the condition of the field, and will make an effort to contact you by 7pm the day before the tour. However, tours can be canceled at short notice for reasons of safety or other natural conditions. Please consider this before applying.
If a tour is canceled due to weather conditions, the cost is refunded or you can change your reservation to another day.

Tour Schedule
(Please note that it may be slightly different)
Lecture (10:30)
Wear a helmet and snowshoes and start the lecture on the open hill!
You will get on the air board and learn how to turn and stop safely.

Start (11:00)
Let’s go into the wilderness when you feel confident!
Under the guide lecture, identify the ups and downs of the field! Let’s give it a try!

[Enjoy the air board in the primeval forest]
It’s also a thrilling moment to identify the slopes of untouched terrain and think about creating a course together! (Unlike ski resorts, it is not an artificial slope). If you increase the difficulty level by slipping through the trees and jumping, the excitement level will be max!
On the main slope during the course, you can enjoy a maximum of 20 to 30 meters. Depending on the conditions, you can go up and slide many times!
[You can also enjoy snowshoes]
A spectacular view of the untouched nature of Oku-Nikko and the fluffy powder snow that piles up there. Oku-Nikko has a high altitude, so it is said to have the same climate as Hokkaido, even though it is in the Kanto region. Snowshoe hiking in the winter of Oku-Nikko for a distance of about 1.5 to 2 km.
The course is based on gentle up and downs with few steep climbs.

Afternoon (12:00)
After lunch, climb a small slope and keep playing!

Goal (12:30)
The fun time is over, as we get in the car and go home.
(End time: Oku-Nikko at 14:30 or Nikko Base/Station at 15:00)
You can have lunch at ZEN RESORT NIKKO.
There are also cafes and souvenirs near Nikko Station.
If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Oku-Nikko Snowshoeing

2021年12月28日 By gori カテゴリEnglish

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What are snowshoes?
One of the snow walking tools for walking comfortably on the snow, also known as western snowshoe.
Have you ever experienced that when you try to walk in deep snow, your feet sink and it is difficult to walk?
Therefore, by wearing snowshoes, you can walk as if your feet were floating on the snow without sinking.
Since it can be easily used by children and adults, it has become a popular winter activity in various places in recent years.
Why don’t you enjoy hiking in the virgin forest, which is completely white, using snowshoes?

NAOC Oku-Nikko Snowshoeing
The real powder snow is here! Oku-Nikko is one of the few places in Honshu where you can meet high-quality powder snow. If you walk in the virgin forest, which is completely white, with snowshoes and take a closer look at the area…
A part of nature such as a single bridge of fallen trees hanging over a swamp and a snow slider on a steep slope becomes a fun attraction.
There are many footprints of wild animals such as deer, rabbits, squirrels, and foxes all over the place! If you’re lucky, you may be able to spot them. Sometimes you may discover something by stopping, feeling the crisp wind, and listening to the sounds of nature.
There are lots of charms even in the harsh cold weather when it snows! We will guide you to a tour where you can experience the whole nature.

Season:
January 9 to late March,

Time Required:
3 hours (experience time in the field)

End Time:
ZEN RESORT NIKKO around 14:30
Nikko Base or Nikko Station around 15:30
* Please note that the end time may be slightly different.

Fee:
Adults ¥ 8,000 (+ insurance premium ¥ 500)
Elementary school students ¥ 6,500 (+ insurance premium ¥ 500)
* Payment will be by credit card. After confirming your reservation, we will send you a bill from Square’s payment system.

Booking:
Please fill in this form

Included in the fee:
・ Guide fee
・ Snowshoes (or crampons, depending on the situation on the day)
・ Stocks
・ Insurance fee
・ Consumption tax

Who can join:
Elementary school students and above (a course with gentle up and downs)

Tour Schedule:
(Please note that it may be slightly different)

Start (10:30)
After completing the lecture and preparatory exercises and wearing snowshoes …
Let’s go to the primeval forest of Oku-Nikko!  The course distance is about 2.5 to 3 km, walking on gentle up and downs without steep climbs.

Walk (11:00)
The pure white snow field with no footprints feels good!
[Charm of Oku-Nikko Snowshoes]
NAOC’s Oku-Nikko Snowshoes are held in the unexplored region of the Oku-Nikko area from the Nikko Mountains to the vicinity of Konsei Toge. A spectacular view of untouched nature and fluffy powder snow. Oku-Nikko has a high altitude, so it is said to have the same climate as Hokkaido, even though it is in the Kanto region. The birch forest with fluffy powder snow is a mysterious and wonderful sight.

Slide (12:00)
Let’s slide on a natural slide on a steep slope! This is surprisingly thrilling!
[Enjoy playing in the snow]
Jump towards a natural slide on a steep slope of fresh snow!
In addition to snowshoe hiking, you can also enjoy snow play events such as “snowshoe”, “jump to fresh snow”, and “animal tracking (animal footprint tracking, fox, squirrel, weasel, ten, etc.)”.

Goal (13:30)
The fun time is over, as we get in the car and go home.
(End time: Oku-Nikko at 14:30 or Nikko Base/Station at 15:30)
You can have lunch at ZEN RESORT NIKKO.
There are also cafes and souvenirs near Nikko Station.
If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us.