Events January 2006
2006-01-14 08:00:00 - 2006-01-15 18:00:00 | Cycling **Hokusetsu rally (tore tore) North Take Jan.14-15th
Hokusetsu rally is a 2 day mountain biking orienteering adventure held annually.Experience the backcountry singletracks of Japan like you have not seen. Sign up
at: http://f1.aaa.livedoor.jp/~konero/060114hoku/060114.htm
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2006-01-21 08:00:00 - 2006-01-22 18:00:00 | Wintersports *
Skiing/Snowboarding Trip,Hakodate-Yama. Jan.21st-22nd.
After having so much fun last year, I thought a return trip to Hakodateyama would be of interest to many. If you missed out last year you can read about what we got up and see some pictures by clicking on this link:http://iockansai.com/newsletter/NewsletterMar2005.pdf
And this site will give you weather and other useful info about the resort:
http://www.snowjapan.com/e/resorts/resortdetail.php?resid=173
And finally this website has a map of the slopes (but it’s in Japanese only I’m afraid):
http://www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/hakodateyama/course.html
BASIC PLAN
From Omi-imazu station we will get the bus to the resort, ski/snowboard all day (there is hot food and snacks available at the resort, or you can bring your own lunch), head to minshuku (inn type accommodation) for dinner and drinks, then get some much needed kip before a second day on the slopes.
RAIL/LIFT PASS
If you can’t come for both days it’s close enough to go as a day trip. However, there is little difference in the cost of the one and two day rail/lift passes, so it’s best to pair up with someone else who is only going for the day. Any JR office should be able to give you a blue brochure with 3 snowmen on it with train times and prices.
OTHER INFORMATION
This is a one star event suitable for all abilities. If you’ve never skied/snowboarded before there are lessons available (in Japanese only). If you look at the map you can see there are green, red and black slopes (beginner, intermediate, advanced).
HOW TO SIGN UP
If you’d like to join us, or want more details please email or call Ronan. There is a limit of 15 people for the minshuku so let me know as soon as possible. Also the passes must be booked at least 4 days in advance if you want to take advantage of all the discounts available on ski rental, etc.
MEETING PLACE
We will meet at Omi-imazu station at 8.27am on Saturday 21st January or on the first carriage of the train. You should take the shinkaisoku (limited express) from your nearest JR station. This is a special train and may not be listed on websites like Jorudan. It leaves from
Sannomiya at 6.40am
Osaka at 7.06am
Kyoto at 7.43am
COST
Approximate costs are:
-7100/6300/4700 - return rail ticket from Kobe/Osaka/Kyoto and lift pass for 2 days.
-6000 Minshuku (includes dinner on Sat and breakfast Sun)
-3000 ski/snowboard and boot rental for 2 days (plus a refundable deposit)
Money for lunch on Saturday and Sunday
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2006-01-28 08:00:00 - 2006-01-29 21:00:00 | Wintersports **
North Yatsuga-gake SnowShoes trip Jan.28-29th
This event only members. Two Stars.Enjoy the winter beauty of North Yatsuga-dake Snowshoes Area. Last winter, we had enjoying Nozawa Snowshoes.
You can see Event pictures after login.
On Friday night, we will departure OSAKA,NARA. Arrive to Tateshina ski resort at 4:00am.
I will reserve half day stay some accommodation.(4 hours sleep)
On Saturday night, we will stay in the lodge 2000m in deep snow. we will cook ourself.
On Sunday, we will leave at noon.
Deadline: Jan 13th, 2006
Bring: Snowshoes, pole, Strong Mountain boots, GoreTex Jacket and Pants, Garter, Stove, Pan, Backpack(40L), cold weather clothes. Sleeping bag, four foods.
5 Snowshoes can be rented from the IOC
There is only space for 8 participants. One seat available.
I can not reply from Dec.27th to Jan.12th. (Patagonia trekking trip).
Cheers,
Koji
Leader : Koji Otani (koji.o) | send e-mail
Co-leader : Kei Sasabe (kei.s) | send e-mail
Meet :
JR OJI Station and JR Nara station
Cost :
Car 8000yen
friday accommodation 3000yen
saturday accommodation 4800yen
Money for food
