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1-day snowshoe hike in Minakami

Join JMGA-certified Hiroko on this 1-day showshoe hike in beautiful Minakami area, in northern Gunma Prefecture.


MOUNTAIN RANGES

Mikuni Mountains

DURATION

1 Day

OFFER PERIOD

Jan - Apr, Dec

FITNESS LEVEL

Occasional

SKILL LEVEL

First Time

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

5.0

Based on 2 reviews

Description

If snowshoeing is your favorite way of enjoying the mountains during the winter, this 1-day program in Minakami will be perfect for you!

Minakami is a hot spring resort town in nothern Gunma prefecture. Located within easy reach from Tokyo, it is one of the most famous hot springs' resorts in Gunma, together with Shima, Ikaho and Kusatsu. It is also home to several ski resorts.

During this snowshoeing day, I'll take you to some of the most beautiful and hidden corners in the area. Minakami will be your own private playground! Come enjoy a magnificent nature walk in the snow surrounded by beautiful scenery. We'll also have lunch outside!

Because this area is just two hours away from Tokyo (2.5 hours by train), this snowshoeing trip can easily fit into your vacations in Japan. Plus, it is a great way to get to know parts of the country that are not commonly visited by foreign tourists.

We'll spend around 4 hours walking. This program is technically easy and open to anyone with a good fitness level. Don't hesitate to check out my half-day snowshoe hike if you're looking for a shorter program.

The best period to do this snowshoeing hike is from mid-December to the beginning of April. Join me and discover everything Minakami has to offer. It is a beautiful spot!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Personal insurance

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


Itinerary

Day 1: Snowshoeing in Minakami

We will start our tour at 9:00 a.m.  Total walking hour is probably about 4 hours. I will take you to the best area in Minakami. I will adjust the program depending on conditions.

Details

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Equipment List

  • Ski wear
  • Warm clothes (e.g. fleece, light dawn, etc.)
  • Ski boots
  • Underwear (quick-dry, synthetic fiber is recommended)
  • Socks (quick-dry, synthetic fiber is recommended)
  • Cap (beenie, ear-covered knit cap, etc.)
  • Neck warmer (balaclava, etc.)
  • Gloves (both comfortable and warm)
  • Sunglasses or Goggle (UV protection)
  • Sunscreen
  • Snack
  • Drink
  • Backpack
    In case I'm busy on the dates you request this trip, a JMGA mountain guide colleague will be able to guide you instead.

Meeting point

Will be announced after tour registration.

About the guide: Hiroko

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Hiroko

4.20

(14)

Mountain Guide

I am a JMGA mountain guide based in Minakami in Gumma prefecture in Japan, home to Mount Tanigawa in the Tanigawa Mountain Range. It is one of the top 100 famous mountains in Japan and is my favourite mountain full of potentials in rock climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing and trekking. I also run a lodging service there for the convenience of clients, which I started in response to the requests by my clients in 2011.

My specialty ranges from climbing / mountaineering, trekking (hiking and snow shoeing), Sawanobori (climbing up through waterfalls), backcountry skiing / ski touring, pack rafting and canyoning.

Having been a member of Exploration Club whilst at University in Kyoto, my first guiding certification was in river rafting, where my passion lay at the time, and my main guiding activities now are mostly in the mountains.
With “explore deeper and have fun” as mottos, I put together outdoor adventure itineraries for each season of the year, so that more people can feel and enjoy the power and kindness of the nature.

I would love to share the unique, beautiful and exploratory experience you can get in Minakami with you, let it be in the mountains or in the waters!

I have the following certificates: JMGA Climbing Guide Stage Level 2, Oze Nature Guide, Oze Climbing Guide and WMA Wilderness First Responder.

When I'm unavailable to guide, my trusted colleagues with JMGA certifications will be able to guide you!

Languages

Japanese | French | English

Certificates

JMGA

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What people are saying about this trip

Mindy

5.00

Hiroko was amazingly fit, really professional and punctual, and clearly loved the area. Lunch was delicious and we got so lucky with the weather - highly recommended!

natto

5.00

I got a new experience from here. She is very nice I will come back here again. ^^

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