Various tours and contents around the Kita Alps Traverse Route
At the foot of the Kita Alps, winter is not something to escape, but something to live with. This immersive retreat invites guests into a snowbound satoyama village-NYUKAWA-, where warmth gathers around an irori hearth, forests are walked slowly with local artisans, and meals begin not in the kitchen, but in the frozen fields. Wearing traditional snowshoes, guests harvest daikon beneath the snow, learn how people here have lived in harmony with harsh winters for generations, and transform simple ingredients into nourishing dishes shared by the fire. This is a quiet, grounding experience — a rare opportunity to step out of modern time and rediscover a way of life shaped by stillness, resilience, and respect for nature.
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This is not about pushing limits or chasing adrenaline. It is about letting go and simply enjoying winter. Guided by a local expert, guests explore Norikura’s pristine snow landscapes on snowshoes — walking through untouched forest paths, across a frozen lake, and along quiet trails known only to locals. The light, dry powder makes every step effortless, inviting relaxation and play rather than effort. The journey ends with a warm, casual and local lunch inside a transparent dome, surrounded by snow. It is a joyful, unpretentious winter experience designed to leave guests with one simple feeling: that was genuinely fun.
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Walk the Historic Nomugi Kaidō Trail — Linking Shinano and Hida
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Breathtaking Nature. Endless Alpine Adventure.
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Guided Tour
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Through the forest,we rediscover our inner peace.
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Return to the origins of "manufacturing" together with artisans.
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Experience a serene, private evening in the museum — a rare moment to stand quietly before the art of Yayoi Kusama.
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A pitch-black castle floating in the silence of the night.
Enjoy the symbol of Matsumoto in your own time.
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A memorable day where you can feel the history and experience the culture.
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Wear a kimono and walk through the historic town.
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The smell of the wood, the feel of your fingertips, and the sound that resonates.
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Discover the world of Japanese sake — from brewery to dining table
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Breathtaking Nature. A Cultural Journey of Water and Taste
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Breathtaking Nature. Positive Change your own mind.
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