REPORT

This season, some things are different at Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Resort. To start with, Japan’s first “flying restaurant”, known as Breakfast in the Sky, was held using the No. 11 Lift (about 1,200m) during the summer season. In addition, on 8/10 (Sat.), the Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis (pictured, swimwear required) opened. In terms of winter, the ski resort is set to open tomorrow at 8:30 a.m., 12/14 (Sat.), a full 8 days earlier than last year.
[Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis]

From the Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis’ outdoor jacuzzi (pictured, foreground), you can enjoy a fantastic view of the slopes, as shown. The popular No. 3 High-Speed Pair Lift, visible in the back left, is set to start operating 30 minutes earlier than last season, beginning at 8 a.m. Once again, the ski resort’s operating period has also been extended by 12 days compared to last season, with the final day set for 4/6 (Sun.).
[Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis]

The Earthbag Sauna within the Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis looks like this. It’s spacious enough for 3 to 4 people, with a dry, warm heat. After thoroughly warming up, you can use the lukewarm outdoor pool as a substitute for an ice bath. Furthermore, a new conveyor belt-style device has been installed in the kids’ area.
[Hakuba Norikura Aqua Oasis・Earthbag Sauna]

On the opening day tomorrow, 12/14 (Sat.), the Alps No. 1 and No. 4 lifts will be operating, making the Hakunori Family Course and Wakaguri Central Slope available for skiing. The Snowdrop restaurant will open at 8:30 a.m., and the Rental Arai Sports will begin operations at 8:00 a.m.
[Wakaguri Central]

　　
*Hakuba Norikura Onsen will be open for winter 2024-25 from 12/14, 2024 to 4/6, 2025.　

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reported by Snownavi