The golf course blanketed in snow is most suitable for beginners. Exercise in peace in a wide-open setting without crowds and congestion. You may experience the fun of skiing on gentle slopes.
Ski walking in the forest can offer new charm to the expert skier. Hike through a forest of Christmas trees and see rabbits and squirrels. Enjoy hot tea when you arrive across the small stream.
Let's visit the Togakushi Shrine on skis. Recently it is a popular "power spot" in Japan. I feel solemn when I approach the shrine along the path lined with cedar trees. There is the big pond nearby which is fun to cross on skis.
After skiing, let's visit the shop of unique bamboo crafts, a specialty of Togakushi.
There we can find many interesting products such as baskets or kitchen articles, and watch the crafts people at work. I recommend this shop for unique souvenirs of Japan.
see also:
Togakushi Shrine
Shugendo
1. Golf course or forest (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Morning: reception and fitting from 9:30, ski from 10:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: reception and fitting from 13:00, ski from 13:30 - 15:30
Price: 5000 yen per person, including Telemark ski and boot rental and insurance.
2. Togakushi Shrine (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday)
Full day: reception and fitting from 9:30, ski from 10:00 - 15:00
Price: 7000 yen per person, including Telemark ski and boot rental and insurance.
note: Please bring a light backpack with lunch or lunch fee and some hot or cold drinks.
Reservation: Please call us by 5pm on the day before your hike. 0255-87-3920
We have 15sets of Telemark skis and boots (size 24cm to 28cm).
NEGIBOZU: a log-house style building immediately below Akakura Kanko Ski Area.
