Cheap Long Stay Japan Amazing Autumn in all it’s glory in Nozawa Yesterday marked the last day of the Nagasaka Gondola Operation for the Green Season and didn’t Mother Nature put on a show. Amazing how fast the bright greens of Summer morphed into the rich reds, orange and yellows of Autumn. Truly spectacular to view the canopy from above as you ride up in the gondola. The glass bottom floors giving that extra Birds Eye view. Awesome time of year to be in Nozawa with great weather and not too many people about. We are doing some awesome long term deals too at this time of year. You could rent a two bedroom apartment for as little as 120,000 […]
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Yoga Space Nozawa Japan
Yoga Space Nozawa Japan Shizen Studio rental price: Hourly rate: ¥8000JPY for 2 Hours and an additional ¥4000 for every hour there after. Yoga Space Nozawa Japan The studio hire price includes: – Yoga mat hire (I have a total of 15 mats quality mats available -similar to the lululemon ‘the mat’ made of natural, non slip rubber- and 10 outdoor lower quality yoga mats) – Yoga Blocks – Yoga bolsters – Yoga straps – Yoga Blankets – Meditation cushions – Incense and savasna oils – Kitchenette facilities -includes small fridge, gas stove, sink with drinking water, kettle, teapot and tea warmer, tea cups, water jug & water glasses. – large whiteboard & whiteboard markers This price does not include […]
Hiking Kamikochi from Nozawa
Hiking Kamikochi from Nozawa Climbing and Hiking now is the best season in Japan Everyone loves the mountains of Japan in winter when the slopes are beautifully covered in fresh Japanese Powder snow. However for many right now Autumn is the best time to explore the amazing mountains of Japan. Living in Nagano we are blessed with being right in the middle of the Southern and Northern Alps. With towering 3000 meter plus peaks in all directions there is a wealth of hiking options to explore. The amazing Shinetsu Trail is right on our doorstep just across the valley and makes for a great Multi day hike while staying in Nozawa. It is 80km long and goes over 16 passes, […]
Japan Yoga Retreat Nozawa
Japan Yoga Retreat Nozawa Yoga Retreat Nozawa Onsen in September and October Autumn is just around the corner, the village begins to cool, the foliage starts to change colour and it is the perfect time to com and unwind in Nozawa Onsen. Join us for a deep dive into movement, meditation, and discover more about your yoga practice with the the amazing Rowie san also knows as the Spiritual Pretzel. Rowie is a Yoga instructor based in Nozawa Onsen and will she re-energise and inspire you with an amazing weekend away for the mind, body and soul. Together explore twice daily yoga asana workshops; daily meditation; a 2hr theory and discussion class; time in nature with like-minded individuals; and time […]
Summer Activities Nozawa Japan
Summer Activities Nozawa Japan The last month of Summer August is here and it is officially the last month of Summer. The rainy season has passed and now is the best time to enjoy all the Summer activities Nozawa and the surrounding areas have to offer. – Hiking the trails around Nozawa and further afield to some impressive Mountain Peaks Mountain Biking, the Gondola is open to drop you to the top and cruise down the trails Swimming, Paddling, or just admiring all the lakes, streams and rivers in the area. Canyoning too Summer sports like Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Gate ball, Summer skiing and more We have Yoga and Hiking Retreats coming up from September too as things start to […]
Bear Nozawa Onsen Japan
Bear Nozawa Onsen Japan There’s a Bear or two out there in Nozawa This cute little Black Bear was spotted on the home trail between Hikage Gondola and Nagasaki Gondola just a few days ago. My kids have renamed it the “Bear Run”. Bare in mind it is rare to see a bear under a chair without a care in Nozawa. You may see them anywhere but don’t approach if you dare. Keep your distance and just stare and be aware. Bear Nozawa Onsen Japan If you cannot bare to miss out on visiting Nozawa soon jump on the site to book www.nozawaholidays.com. For all our Queensland guests looks like Jetstar has just started flights from Brisbane and doing […]
Gondola Open Summer Nozawa
Gondola Open Summer Nozawa How did you like the new Gondola? This was the 3rd season of operation of the new Nagasaka Gondola but the first that overseas guests got to ride in it. For all those that did what did you think? Talking to guests this season some of the highlights were; Much quicker ride to the top in half the time of the old one, just 8 minutes. Barely time to deice and refit the kids. Better landing spot being that little bit higher so can slide down to Yamabiko lifts with ease instead of walking up Bigger windows with amazing views on the new flight path Comfy seats for 10 people to ride in style Easier access […]
Indoor Activities Nozawa Onsen
Indoor Activities Nozawa Onsen Saturday Snow for Nozawa 8cm of snow being reported overnight for Yamabiko this morning. Still raining at Village level so suggest you head high early. Can see the snow line vaguely amongst the clouds sitting up above the village. Temps are hovering just above freezing level down low and set to drop throughout today. More snow expected for the slopes and we may even see the white stuff fall down in town. Definite return to winter feel today so if you don’t feel like braving the elements here are a few cool things can do on a day like today; https://www.nozawaholidays.com/activities-nozawa-onsen-japan/rainy-day-activities-nozawa-onsen/ A few tips, Climb a wall, Grab a Yoga Mat, Sip on some Gin, Chill […]
SNOGA RETREAT NOZAWA ONSEN
SNOGA RETREAT NOZAWA ONSEN Here comes the Sun… Cloud cover is still lingering this morning from yesterdays snow/rain. But it is expected to clear throughout the day. A light dusting up the top with a total of about 5cm that fell yesterday. The trees are doing their Nozawa thing, looking beautiful and snow covered up on the mountain. Hit the groomers as they will be the best pick for today. With colder temperatures last night and today there won’t be so much spring slush but carving will be the go under these favourable conditions. Winds are light and variable blowing in from the NW hence the colder temperatures, at around -4 degrees and the wind chill is sitting relative for […]
Nozawa Gondola Open Close
Nozawa Gondola Open Close Thats a wrap for the Gondola for this Green Season in Nozawa Next time you ride it, hopefully the scene will look like this nice and white at the top when you get off. It was a spectacular array of colours in the forest canopy below the Gondola these past weeks. You can still get to the top but need to hike, ride or drive. With the cool weather it is a beautiful time to ride up and cruise down. Have many people asking when will the Ski Resort open? The official planned opening date is for Saturday the 26th of November. Last year we saw a 30th of November opening with some early falls and […]