River Activities
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Rafting
◆ Minakami Rafting Experience Minakami rafting offers a variety of exclusive discount plans, including private rafting courses, group discounts, student discounts, and family discounts. You can also enjoy camping accommodation packages and BBQ packages. What is Rafting? Minakami Town, located along the upper Tone River in Gunma Prefecture, is a globally renowned Wild rafting rapids destination. From the High Water season in May and June to refreshing summer rafting and autumn foliage tours, there are various courses to enjoy. Rafting is a water sport where a team paddles together on an inflatable boat (8-person capacity: 7 guests + 1 guide) to navigate through thrilling rapids. Each rafting boat is accompanied by a river guide, who provides instructions on paddling and safety before the adventure begins, making it safe and fun even for beginners. ◆Boat Arrangement Groups of 6–7 guests will share one boat. Groups of 2–5 guests may share a boat with other participants. ◆Participation Requirements ・Open to everyone ・aged 5 to 75 years old (children must be approximately 110 cm tall). ※During May–June or after heavy rain, elementary school students may not be allowed to participate.※ Alternative activities may be offered. ※Preschool children can join from late August onward. ◆Mid-August and Saturday afternoons are particularly crowded. If you prefer a quieter experience, booking during off-peak periods is recommended! ◆Services ・Free Shuttle: From nearby stations (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) and hotels in the old Minakami Town area. (Reservation required) ・Free Parking ・Complimentary Drinks ・Discount Tickets for Hot Springs ◆Contact Information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 tel 0278-72-5086
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Canyoning
Information on Minakami Canyoning Half-day and Full-day Courses BBQ packs, accommodation packs, camping packs, discount plans, and more What is canyoning in Minakami? Minakami Canyoning in Gunma is a pioneer of canyoning that we brought to Japan and spread throughout Japan. Minakami Canyoning is a river sport where you can slide and play on natural water slides, jump in, and feel one with nature and experience the thrill. You can rest assured that a professional canyoning guide will fully support you on the Minakami canyoning tour♪ Let's get caught up in the excitement of canyoning! ■Participation conditions ・Anyone can participate ・Around 5 years old to 75 years old (children must be around 110 cm tall) ・There are courses that can be participated by infants and elementary school students, so you can enjoy it with your family ・For family courses, children from 3 years old are OK ■Canyoning courses There are reservations for beginner and advanced courses. Regular reservations are for the beginner course (level for participants from 5 years old). Advanced courses require separate reservations for FOX canyoning. ●Operations vary depending on the situation on the day, but on busy days (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) there are around 30 people. ◆Services ・Free Pickup service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount tickets ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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SUP
[SUP Tour Minakami Course] What is Stand Up Paddle (SUP)? This is a water sport where you stand on a large surfboard and paddle across the Lake water. This is a new and exciting activity that is rapidly gaining popularity both in Japan and overseas! Not only can you ride on the waves, but you can also cruise leisurely on the water, and once you get used to it, you can even race with your friends♪ Also, balancing on an unstable boat has a fitness effect. It is sure to be enjoyed by a wide range of people, regardless of gender or age♪ ◆Participation conditions ・Participants must be 6 years old or older ◆Services ・Free Pickup service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Family Outdoor
There are plenty of outdoor plans for the whole family to enjoy (^^♪ There are lots of activities, including rafting and canyoning! We have outdoor packages with BBQ and accommodation packages with BBQ♪ Children can participate in the rafting Minakami course if they are around 120cm long! Canyoning is OK from ages 5 and up! Canoe is OK frrom ages 3 and up (^^♪ Minakami Town in Gunma Prefecture is a treasure trove of nature, with lush green mountains and flowing water. Why not forget your daily routine and spend some meaningful time here? All tours are accompanied by friendly, polite and fun guides who love children, so you can rest assured.
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PackRafting
Period: 4/15~11/30 The latest trendy new sport, packrafting, has arrived!! A new sport that you can easily participate has arrived! It's called packrafting, and it's an outdoor sport that you can do alone. Don't worry, even if you're a beginner, as the tour guide will provide careful instruction and accompany you on the tour. ◆Conditions for participation ●Elementary school students to around 70 years old are OK. ●2 to 10 people
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【Autumn】Specialevent
[Autumn Event] Minakami's autumn outdoor events are full packed with special plans that allow you to enjoy all of TOP Minakami's facilities. This is an announcement about a special tour that is held every year to show our appreciation for your continued support. This autumn event is recommended for those who want to experience the outdoors, enjoy the autumn leaves, have a BBQ, and camp. (^^♪ Please come and enjoy the great outdoors of Minakami in autumn♪ ■Camping Pack ・An event where customers who stay at glamping can participate in outdoor activities for free ・Affordable plan that includes outdoor activities and BBQ ・Free outdoor plan for children only in autumn ・Free free campsite site with reservation for outdoor activities ※Regular outdoor activities and accommodation are available at a reasonable price. ■Camping ・Glamping Lodge ・Glamping TIPI Tent ・Riverside Camping (Free Site) ・Bungalow Camping ・Glamping with Hot Springs ■Activities (Outdoor Experiences) ・Rafting ・Canyoning ・Canoe ・SUP ・Buggy ・Hydrospeed ・Rock Climbing ・Nature Tour (Learning and Nature Adventure Tour) ●The above experiences are available in various packages.
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Summer Discount Tour
You can make reservations for various summer outdoor activities and participate immediately! At TOP Minakami Company, a long-established Minakami outdoor company, you can also enjoy glamping and camping with an outdoor package! Our special summer planned events include not only individual activities but also rafting, canyoning, SUP, canoeing, hydrospeed, packrafting and many other activities that you can participate in at low prices and discounts. What's more, we are offering (accommodation + activities) at reasonable prices. Have fun this summer with a camping package!!
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【Limited Time】1Free
■[Limited Time] One Outdoor Activity Free Campaign Enjoy a luxurious BBQ, accommodation, and outdoor activities at a great price! This campaign is only available until 11/30, so now is your chance to enjoy it at a great price! ※ Only available for reservations made before 11/30. Other dates are not eligible. ■This plan is a campaign that gives you a free outdoor experience. ・Select an outdoor experience (choose one activity from the following activities) ・Rafting ・Canyoning ・Canoeing ・SUP ・Hydrospeed ・Buggy ※ Please note that you should fill in the remarks section (questions, requests, etc.) of the reservation form to select the activity you want to select. ■The meeting time for the outdoor tour is 12:30 PM on the day of your stay. ■Meeting place for the outdoor tour Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086 ※ You will be transferred to the accommodation after the outdoor tour has ended. ■BBQ (varies depending on accommodation) ◎Dinner is the height of luxury, with steaks made from sirloin and fillet of local rare beef, Joshu beef, and shrimp and seafood bouillabaisse! Other dishes include carpaccio, prosciutto salad, risotto made with leftover bouillabaisse soup, complimentary bottle of wine, and soft drinks. ■Breakfast (varies depending on accommodation) ◎Breakfast is pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, coffee, and your favorite drink. ★★Since you've come all the way to the middle of nature, why not cook and clean up with your friends, cook together and eat in a friendly atmosphere? This is the best part of glamorous camping. . *Please note that you will need to cook all your own meals.
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Spring Outdoor&Camp
You can make reservations for various spring outdoor activities and participate right away! At TOP Minakami Company, a long-established Minakami outdoor company, you can enjoy glamping and camping with an outdoor package! Our special spring planned events include not only individual activities but also rafting, canyoning, SUP, canoe, hydrospeed, packrafting and many other activities that you can participate in at low prices and discounts. What's more, we are offering (accommodation + activities) at reasonable prices. Have fun this spring with a camping package!!
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【Try Double outdoor】
Choose your favorite outdoor activity♪ This plan is a must-see for those who want to try rafting and canyoning, and you can freely combine the two outdoor activities with plenty of other activities. No.1 in popularity <a href=https://www.topminakami.com/en/plan.php?p=9>■Rafting & Canyoning</a> No.2in popularity <a href=https://www.topminakami.com/en/plan.php?p=75>■Rafting &SUP</a> ◎Half-day courses (participants only in one event) include a free self-serve pasta lunch upon request. Other combinations such as buggy, SUP, canoe, hydrospeed, etc. are also available.
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Canoe
●Canadian canoe experience on the Minakami What is a Canadian canoe? A Canadian canoe is a boat that can carry 1 to 3 people and is paddled with a single blade paddle. It originated from its use by Native Americans in North America. It was mainly used by Canadian Native Americans to move around lakes and ponds, hence the name "Canadian canoe". A Canadian canoe is more stable than a kayak, so you can safely enjoy points and mountain streams that cannot be approached from land, so it is highly recommended for those who want to relax and enjoy the scenery. All passengers paddle in unison, moving slowly across the lake surrounded by nature, and once you get used to operating it, you can experience the feeling of speed as you glide lightly across the lake and move in the direction you want♪ Enjoy the ultimate lake cruise surrounded by green leaves in spring and summer, and red leaves in autumn. Conditions for participation ■Anyone can participate ■Ages 3 to 70 We have courses for toddlers and elementary school students, so the whole family can enjoy it ◆Services ・Free shuttle from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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HydroSpeed
◇Minakami Outdoor Sports The latest trend♪ HydroSpeed! What is HydroSpeed? HydroSpeed is a river version of bodyboarding, where you put your upper body on a rubber boat made for one person, put fins on your feet, and balance your body as you go down the rapids of the Tone River. If rafting is a team sport, hydrospeed is an individual sport. You'll be right on the water's surface, so it's twice as exciting! The speed you feel is incomparable to rafting!! Hydrospeed is the ultimate river sport, where you move forward while feeling the waves with your whole body♪ ※You will wear a life jacket, so even those who can't swim can participate with peace of mind. After a guide gives you instructions on how to operate the boat and safety instructions, you will lead the way down the river. ◆Participation requirements Ages 12 (junior high school students) to 60 years ◆Services ・Free pick-up service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount coupons ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Outdoor Annual Pass
Information on TOP Minakami Company's Annual Passport ■What is an Annual Passport? This is a passport for outdoor experiences that allows you to use all of our tours as much as you like. You can use any of our tours, such as rafting, canyoning, canoe, SUP, buggy, hydrospeed, packraft, etc., at any time. The period during which you can use it is from late March to early December, so you can use it as much as you like when you like, making it a very good deal. ■How to use Each activity has its own annual passport reservation page, so first apply for the activity you want to participate in from there. We will explain the details after you have paid for the passport when you come to TOP Minakami Company on the day.
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White Water Rafting
The rapids rafting course is a rafting experience that is only available on days with high water levels in May and June! Why not try rapids rafting on the Minakami Tone River? The Tone River, famous as one of the three most violent rivers in Japan, and Bando Taro are located here in Minakami Town! This course is recommended for those who want to experience aggressive rafting♪ We offer a half-day rapids rafting course and a long course that goes down the river all day. ●What is the White water rafting course? This is a rafting course that is only available on days with high water levels. The guide will check the rapids course and decide the course for that day! The distance you will go down is about 12km on the half-day long course and over 20km on the full-day course! ※The full-day course will go down the half-day course twice. (Please note that the morning and afternoon courses may overlap slightly.) ※For a detailed explanation of this course, please refer to each rapids rafting course. ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
Mountain Activities
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Buggy
[Buggy Minakami Course] What is a buggy tour? Riding a buggy through the great outdoors on the Minakami is an outdoor activity sport that even children can participate in. The buggy is a 4-wheel drive vehicle that can travel over a variety of rough terrain, including uneven ground, and is an outdoor activity that allows you to enjoy active driving and maneuverability to your heart's content. Operate a 4-wheel buggy that can run on any terrain, and stretch your legs in the great outdoors that you would normally not be able to access, and enjoy an exhilarating ride! Buggy course: In spring, you will ride along forest roads, and from summer to autumn, you will ride on the slopes of ski resorts. Conditions for participation: ■Anyone can participate ■Ages 6 to 70 There are courses for toddlers and elementary school students, so the whole family can enjoy it. ◆Services ・Free transportation from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Wildvegetable PickUp
Why not enjoy picking wild vegetables in the mountains of Minakami, Gunma Prefecture? Minakami is a treasure trove of nature, and you can enjoy picking lots of wild vegetables. In the mountains in spring, you can pick lots of different vegetables, including butterbur sprouts, butterbur, bracken, liquorice, wild mustard, koshiabura, kinome, mountain burdock, mountain carrots, fern, kogome, and sukkanbo. It's a special experience to enjoy the aroma of natural ingredients as they are eaten as tempura, in blanched vegetables, or mixed rice. Participation is limited to small groups, so you can come with friends or family. ◆Conditions for participation ・Ages 6 to 70 ◆Meeting time (only one-day tours are available) Meeting time: 8:30am Ending time: 4:00pm <p><font size="3" color="#0000ff">Information about camping packages内(^^♪</font></p> <p><font color="#0000ff"><a href="https://www.topminakami.com/en/plan.php?p=47">・Tapa Camp Site</a <a href="https://www.topminakami.com/en/plan.php?p=38">・Riverstone Camp Site</a <a href="https://www.topminakami.com/en/plan.php?p=56">・TOP Camp site</a></font></p> ◆Services ・Free shuttle from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ・Repeat customer discount ・Group discount ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Mountain Bike
TOP Minakami Mountain Bike Tour This is a mountain bike tour run by MTB Japan Bennett, a company operating in Minakami Town. There is a great set plan that can be combined with rafting or canyoning, so you can experience mountain biking in the morning and rafting or canyoning in the afternoon, with lunch included, so you can enjoy the outdoors all day long. ◎What is mountain biking? It is a sport where you ride through unpaved forest paths on a dedicated mountain bike, and there are various courses that can be challenged from beginners to advanced riders. This sport of riding through mountain courses is sure to give you an exhilarating feeling, and is an outdoor experience that is sure to give you an enjoyable feeling. Enjoy the great outdoors that you don't usually have access to in Minakami Town, Gunma, Japan! Even beginners can learn to ride mountain bikes as long as they practice on the day. ◆Conditions for participation Ages 12 (junior high school students) to 70 years old ◆Services ・Free pick-up service available from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount coupons ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Mushroom Hunting
◆Mushroom Picking Minakami Course Mushroom picking while watching the autumn leaves begin to change color (^^♪ A tour that takes you deep into the mountains of Minakami to pick mushrooms with the flavors of autumn. A master mushroom picker will guide you to an area of Gunma Prefecture's great outdoors that is rarely visited by people. For lunch, we had special rice balls and instant mushroom ramen, which is delicious! The mountains with autumn leaves, the flavors of autumn, the refreshing autumn sky, and the wind, the great nature of Minakami. Please come and experience a tour that can only be experienced here. Please come and experience a mushroom hunting tour that can only be experienced here in the great outdoors of Minakami, with the mountains covered in leaves, the taste of autumn, the refreshing autumn sky, and the wind. ◆Main harvests on the mushroom hunting tour in Minakami Narabusa, Mukidake, Hanaiguchi, and wild shimeji mushrooms Nameko, Kuritake, and Chaname mushrooms can be harvested. On rare occasions, Maitake, Kotake, and Yamabushitake mushrooms can also be harvested♪ ●Since wild mushrooms are harvested, Please note that the amount of mushrooms that can be harvested may be limited depending on the season. ◆Benefits You can take home all the mushrooms you pick during the mushroom hunt. Mushrooms that you pick yourself are special! Wild mushrooms cannot be found in supermarkets or shops, and are very expensive. This tour will be accompanied and supported by a guide who is well versed in mushrooms, so we can guide you safely with confidence. After that, we will teach you how to prepare and cook the mushrooms, so you don't have to worry. ◆Participation requirements ・Ages 3 to 70 There are other courses for young children and courses for elementary school students, so the whole family can enjoy it. ◆Services ・Free transfer from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
Winter Activities
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【Winter】Activities
At TOP Minakami, you can experience winter outdoor activities. Snowshoe, snow canyoning, air board, individual ski lessons, individual snowboard lessons, (group lessons also available) Minakami, Gunma Prefecture, is a town where about 60 cm of snow accumulates near Yubara Onsen, and about 250 cm in Fujiwara. We offer a variety of outdoor activities, and we have many winter outdoor activities available as well as green season activities, so please feel free to come and join us, even if you are a small group or family.
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【Winter】Snowshoes
What are snowshoes? If you want to enjoy the great outdoors, this is the one for you! Snowshoes! It's a Western version of the traditional Japanese snowshoes. Use poles (similar to ski poles) to walk through the mountains and experience the spectacular scenery, air, the feeling of walking on the snow, and nature itself with your own body. A professional snowshoe guide will guide you through the great outdoors of Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture. Enjoy a silver world that no one has stepped into. When you walk through nature, you may see animal footprints, tree buds, and if you're lucky, you may encounter wild animals. On a sunny day, you'll be overwhelmed by the view of white snow and blue skies. Experience the wonder of snow, which is different from hiking. Enjoy the winter outdoors while watching the snowy scenery of the great outdoors and playing in the snow ! ◆Event period ・Late December to early March ★Meeting place Campsite TAPA 379-1311 1596-62 Ishikura, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma *If there is not so much snow, we may sift to other place Lodge Yamanoie, 3832-3 Fujiwara, Minakami-machi. We will contact you the day before. ◆Conditions for participation ・Elementary school students and above to around 70 years old are OK! ・There are courses that elementary school students can participate in, so it can be enjoyed by families ◆Services ・Free Pickup service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※Reservation required Please note that if the train schedule and the transfer time do not match, there may be a waiting time at the station. Both stations have one ticket gate exit. Please wait near the rotary for transfer vehicles outside the station. ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount tickets ・Repeat customer discount ・Group discount ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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【Winter】AirBoard
What is airboard? Why not to try Airboard in this winter? Airboard has arrived in the winter outdoors of Minakami, Gunma Prefecture! Airboard is a snow version of bodyboarding, a sport that anyone can participate in. It is a recently popular sport where you hold on to a sturdy rubber kickboard filled with air and slide down a snowy slope with a handle. Since it is not fixed like skis and snowboards, it is a thrilling winter sport that is relatively easy for women to ride. In addition, a guide will accompany you, so you can rest assured♪ ◆Participation conditions ■Beginners can participate ■Junior high school students to 60 years old ■Maximum number of participants: 8 people ◆Services ・Free transfer from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required Please note that if the train schedule and the transfer time do not match, there may be a waiting time at the station. ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount coupons ◆Meeting place 3832-13 Fujiwara, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, Meet at Uenohara yamanoie ◆Inquiries and applications Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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【Winter】SpecialEvent
We are holding a special winter campaign! ■Limited time: December to late March We have a wide variety of plans, including winter-only outdoor activities, glamping, and camping bungalows at a discounted price♪ TOP Minakami is holding its annual campaign. TOP Minakami offers winter-only accommodations such as hot spring facilities, glamping cottages, and camping bungalows, and we have fun plans that include not only accommodations but also outdoor activities. ■Glamping accommodations are popular event in winter, as they including steak BBQ and held in indoors. ■For only accommodation plans, we recommend TAPA Camping Bungalows and River Stone! ■Popular activities include like snow canyoning, snowshoeing, and airboarding! It is often thought that outdoor activities in Minakami are only available during the green season, but in winter Minakami Town also has a lot to offer! Let's have fun in Minakami this winter! We have lots of plans that you can only experience here, so please come along and enjoy! We can accommodate families, groups, and even small groups, so please feel free to use our services.
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【Winter】Ski Tour
■Ski Tour Course For those who want to improve their ski skills ! If you want to be perfect in ski, we recommend the ski tour course! A full set of skis and a lift ticket are included, so you can participate empty-handed♪ Because there is a guide included, beginners and children can participate. A free lunch is also included! ! It's a very good value ski tour course♪ ■Free pick-up and drop-off We also provide pick-up and drop-off from the nearest Minakami Station and Jomo-Kogen Station, so even those who are worried about driving on snowy roads can rest assured♪ Why not experience a ski tour with your family or friends in Minakami this winter? ■Period ・Late December to late March ■Meeting place Meet at Uenohara Yamanoie, 3832-13 Fujiwara, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture ■Conditions for participation ・Elementary school students and above to around 70 years old are OK!・There are courses that elementary school students can participate in, so the whole family can enjoy it. ■Services ・Free pick-up from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required If the train time and pick-up time do not match, please note that there may be a waiting time at the station. Both stations have one ticket gate exit. Please wait near the rotary for pick-up vehicles outside the station. ・Free parking ・Free lunch Hot spring discount ticket ■Contact information Rafting and outdoor TOP Minakami Company ※ While inquiry or reservation, Please say Ski Tour School 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma 379-1725 ※This is different from the meeting place! ☎ 0278-72-5086
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【Winter】Snow Cany
■Winter snow canyoning tour What is snow canyoning? Snow canyoning is a winter version of canyoning, where you slide and jump through the forest while walking through the winter mountains wearing snowshoes, a Western version of traditional Japanese snow shoes. It is a sport where you can walk through the natural snowy ground, enjoy the snowy scenery of nature, the clear and refreshing air, and the exhilarating feeling of sliding down the snow. A specialized snow canyoning guide will guide you to the wonderful silver world created by the natural beauty of Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture. As you walk through the natural snow, you can come into contact with nature, such as animal footprints and tree buds. If you are lucky, you can see wild animals such as chamois, foxes, and rabbits. On a clear day, you can look out over the silver world, where you will be overwhelmed by the view of white snow and blue skies. Please come and experience the wonder of snow, which is different from summer canyoning. ◆Event period ・Mid-December to late March ◆Conditions for participation ・Elementary school students and above to around 60 years old are OK! ・There are courses that elementary school students can participate in, so families can enjoy it together ◆Services ・Free pickup service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ・Repeat customer discount ・Group discount ◆Meeting place 1596-62 Ishikura, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture Campsite Tapa ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Ski Pocker
What is Skipocker? Skipocker is a new type of sports gear developed by a German doctor and engineer! Ride the Skipocker down the snowy slopes! It was developed with the idea that there must be a way for mountaineers to have fun while descending the mountain after climbing, and it has been on sale since 2002. Why not try out this new and exciting activity? ◆Participation requirements ・Elementary school age and above There are other courses that elementary school students can participate in, so the whole family can enjoy it ◆Services ・Free Pickup service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ・Repeat customer discount ・Group discount ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
Accommodation・options
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BBQ(Barbecue)
After outdoor activities, it's time for a BBQ! Our staff will provide the ingredients, equipment, and fire setting. We also provide free barley tea. [BBQ ingredients] Meat (beef, pork, lamb, chicken, spare ribs, sausages, seasoned offal), vegetables (onions, eggplant, peppers, carrots, pumpkin, mushrooms, cabbage, potatoes), yakisoba ★We sell draft beer. Enjoy it during the BBQ for ¥550★ ◆Reservations required (up to 2 days in advance) If you would like to BBQ, you must apply in advance. ◆Services ・Free pick-up from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ・Free parking・Hot spring discount coupons ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoors TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma 379-1725 ☎ 0278-72-5086
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【Winter】Stay Plan
TOP Minakami offers a variety of accommodation options in the Minakami Onsen area of Gunma, and offers winter-only accommodations such as hot spring facilities, glamping cottages, and camping bungalows.In addition to accommodation, we also offer a wide range of fun plans for outdoor activities. ■Glamping accommodations include indoor steak BBQ and are popular even in winter. ■For accommodation only plans, we recommend TAPA Camping Bungalows and River Stone! For outdoor activities, a guide will accompany you on all tours, so you can rest assured. ■Popular activities include snow canyoning, snowshoe, and air boarding!
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Lodge Yamanoie
If you're going to do outdoor activities, we recommend staying overnight also! A rafting or canyoning accommodation package♪ This plan includes one night's stay with two meals and a half-day canyoning or rafting course! Lodge Yamanoie, located in the Minakami Plateau, is a large lodge surrounded by rich nature in a great location, cool in the summer and right in front of the slopes of the Hodaigi Ski Resort in the winter! There are 19 Japanese-style rooms in total, and it is used by a wide range of customers, from small groups to groups of around 100 people and training camps. From spring to autumn, we have a wide range of accommodation packages available for outdoor activities such as rafting and canyoning, which are currently a hot topic at the source of the Tone River, as well as mountain climbing and hikking trails. In winter, the slopes of the Hodaigi Ski Resort are right in front of the inn, so it is popular with schools, various organizations, families, and groups. ♪♪ The meals are a good mix of Japanese and Western cuisine to satisfy both young and old customers!
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TIPI Glamping
◆TIPI Glamping Tent A little stylish and a little luxurious time..... This glamping-style plan for tipi tent accommodation can meet the needs of such customers. You can spend an elegant time in an Indian tipi with a pointed roof. The relaxing time at dusk, the chirping of birds in the morning...why not experience such a wonderful slow life? Relax with friends or couples in an area with an Asian atmosphere♪ We also recommend spending time in the great outdoors with your family! ・Information for customers who want to experience the outdoors! (Rafting, Canyoning, Canoe, SUP) We also offer package rates, so please feel free to use them. For details, please contact → ☎0278-72-5086 ◆Usage hours ・Check-in: possible from 3 P.M. ・Check-out: OK until 10 A.M. ※ It may be very crowded around 4 A.M, so you may have to wait. Thank you for your understanding. ◆ Facility information ・Parking available ・Smoking area available ・Private shower room (free for guests) ・Body soap and shampoo ・Ice machine (charged) ・Vending machine ・Washlet toilet (100m) ・Pets allowed! (Cage required) ・Draft beer available for sale ¥550 ・Kitchen available (shared) ・Discount tickets for nearby hot springs (free) ・Light rental available ◆Bath (Onsen) ・This facility only has shower rooms, so if you would like to use a bath (Onsen), we will introduce you to a nearby bathing facility. (Discount tickets available) ◆Parking ・Free parking available ◆BBQ ・BBQ ingredients and equipment provided. Our staff will provide the fire. ・Barley tea is also available. Please feel free to drink it. ◆BBQ ingredients ・Meat (tenderloin, skirt steak, tongue) Bouillabaisse (risotto) Sausage Soft shrimp Marinated salmon Prosciutto salad Bottled wine ・Vegetables (onion, eggplant, bell pepper, carrot, pumpkin, mushroom, cabbage, potato) ※ Please note that the types may vary slightly depending on the season. ・Services...several types of wine available ・BBQ ingredients are provided, but you are free to bring your own. You can also shop nearby! (10 minutes by car to the nearest supermarket) ※ (Please prepare all meals by yourself) Let's all enjoy ourselves in the great outdoors! Cooking recipes will be provided, so please use your everyday skills to make delicious dishes. It's fun to cook together with everyone. We also have a little extravagance with steak meat (tenderloin, skirt steak, tongue) and soft shrimp, so why not create a delicious moment with everyone (^^♪ ◆Breakfast ・Pancakes ・Scrambled eggs ・Sausages ・Yogurt ・Cereal ・Juice ・Coffee ◆Payment method ・Pay by cash on the day (credit cards not accepted) ◆Cancellation In the case of cancellation due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fees will be charged. 10-7 days before → 10% 6-2 days before → 30% The day before → 50% On the day → 100% ※ If you are unable to make it on time for the tour due to traffic jams, you may be charged the full amount. Please be careful. ◆Access ・If you want to do sightseeing, we recommend coming by car. ・By car: 15 minutes from the Minakami I.C. on the Kanetsu Expressway. ・By train: We will provide free transportation service from JR [Minakami Station] or Joetsu Shinkansen [Jomo-Kogen Station] ※ If you would like a transportation service, please make a reservation in advance. ※ We also provide transportation service from the nearest accommodations, so please contact us. ◆Services ・Free transportation service from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket ・Repeat customer discount ・Group discount ◆Contact Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Tapa Camp Bungalow
If you're looking to camp in Japan, try the TAPA campsite in Minakami, Gunma. ▪️Minakami Campsite [Asian Camp Resort Tapa] If you want to experience the outdoors, and want to stay in a bungalow at night! with the place where surrounded by mountains with a nice atmosphere... If you're thinking that types of environment, we recommend this place! You'll feel like you're at an Asian resort! The staff will prepare all the bungalow bedding and breakfast. We also have discount tickets for nearby hot springs, so you can relax. Enjoy the great outdoors surrounded by the starry sky, the sounds of insects, and the clear air at night in Tapa♪ ◆Usage fees Bungalow bedding ・10 sleeping bag type buildings (up to 6 people per building) BBQ and breakfast included 1 person ¥9,000+tax ・2 bed type buildings (up to 4 people per building) BBQ and breakfast included 1 person ¥11,000+tax ※If you do not verify or specify at the time of reservation, it will be a sleeping bag type. ◆Bungalow facilities ※This type does not have a kitchen or toilet. Sleeping bag, silver mat, blanket, gas heater, 2 power outlets, lighting, loft only ◆Check-in from 4:00 PM 〇Guests will be guided by foreign staff. ◆Opening hours ・BBQ P.M 7:00 - P.M 9:00 ・Lights out P.M 10:00 ・Breakfast from A.M 7:30 ・Check-out by A.M 10:00 It will be very busy around P.M 4:00, so you may have to wait. Thank you for your understanding. ◆Information about facility services and equipment ・Washlet toilet (shared) ※There are no toilets in the bungalows. ・Water (shared) ・Discount tickets for nearby hot springs (free) ・Light rental available ・Free shuttle service available (nearest station) ※ Reservation required ・Heater (no aircondition) ◆Powder room (separate building) ・Electronic kettle ・Microwave ・Toothbrush ・Towels ・Hair dryer ◆Restroom (separate building) ・Flush Western-style toilet (next to reception) →About 100m away in the furthest building ◆Bathroom ・There is no bath at this facility. If you would like to bath in the Minakami hot springs, we will introduce you to a nearby hot spring facility. (Discount tickets available) ◆Parking ・Free parking available ◆BBQ [P.M 7:00 - P.M 10:00] ・BBQ ingredients, equipment, fire starting, and breakfast will be prepared by our staff. ◆BBQ ingredients ・Fried noodles ・Vegetables (onion, eggplant, green pepper, carrot, pumpkin, mushroom, cabbage) ※Vegetable types may vary slightly depending on the season. ・Meat (beef skirt steak, pork, lamb, chicken, sausage, beef) ※Please note that the types may vary slightly depending on the season. ・BBQ ingredients are provided, but you are free to bring your own. You can also buy them nearby! (10 minutes by car to the nearest supermarket) ◆Equipment Charcoal, stove, net, iron plate, plates (side plates, sauce plates), cups, chopsticks, tongs, oil, sauce, seasoned salt and pepper are included. ◆Breakfast ・Jam bread ・Banana ・Juice ・Yogurt ◆Payment method ・Pay by cash or PAYPAY on the day of the event (cards cannot be used) ◆Cancellation In the event of cancellation due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fee will be charged. 10-7 days before → 10% 6-2 days before → 30% The day before → 50% On the day → 100% ※ If you are unable to make the tour due to traffic jams, you may be charged the full amount. Please be careful. ◆Access ・If you want to do sightseeing, we recommend coming by car. ・By car: 3 minutes from Minakami I.C. on the Kanetsu Expressway. ・By train: Free pick-up service from JR [Minakami Station] or Joetsu Shinkansen [Jomo-Kogen Station] ※ If you would like a pick-up, please make a reservation in advance. ※ We also provide pick-up from the nearest accommodation, so please contact us. ●Minakami Station ●Jomo-Kogen Station ●Lodging in the Minakami area ◆Services ・Free transfer from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ◆Contact information Rafting and outdoor TOP Minakami Company ☎ 0278-72-5086 *Please note that if you set this number when coming by navigation, you will be sent to the general counter.
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RiverStone Glamping
▪️Minakami Glamping Camping Cottage [RiverStone Glamping] Enjoy Glamping (Glamorous camping) here on the Minakami♪ ◇Information about RiverStone Glamping Why not relaxing in a place where surrounded by nature? Why not forget your daily fatigue and spend a little luxuriously and luxuriously♪ Maximum number of guests is 10, up to 9 people can sleep in beds and 1 person can use a single futon. ●Contents of the cottage ・Rent the whole building (maximum 9 people → if sharing a bed) ※ Free for children under 5 years old, no meals ・Completely private ・Bath, OK 24 hours a day (equipped in the cottage) ・Bonfire OK! ●All beds (bedding included) ・7 beds, single type ・1 bed, double type Additional single futons for 1 person are available. ●Dinner Luxurious steak BBQ, (fillet, skirt steak, tongue), bouillabaisse, soft shrimp, other seafood (risotto), marinated salmon, prosciutto salad, bottle of wine, luxurious dessert (BossaNova sweets, GARBA Baumkuchen, ice cream included) ●Breakfast Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, various drinks (All meals are self-service) ●Self-cooking and cleaning Let's all have fun in the great outdoors! Cooking recipes will be provided, so please use your everyday skills to make delicious dishes. It's fun to cook together with everyone. We also have a little extravagance with steak meat (tenderloin, skirt steak, tongue) and soft shrimp, so why not enjoy a delicious meal with your friends? (^^♪ ●Cottage facilities ・Refrigerator ・Bathroom ・Kitchen ・Pots, frying pans, tableware ・Towels, toothbrushes, shampoo, body soap ・Air conditioning and heating available ◇Opening hours Check-in 4:00 PM Check-out 10:00 AM ※ It may be very busy around 4:00 PM, so you may have to wait. Thank you for your understanding. ◆Outdoor-inclusive package Riverstone is a facility operated by TOP Minakami. We offer a set package that offers recommended outdoor experiences. ・Rafting, Canyoning, Canoe, Buggy, SUP ◆Services ・Free shuttle from the nearest station (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) ※ Reservation required ・Free parking ・Free drinks ・Hot spring discount ticket (Oidechan MAP) ◆Contact Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725 Tel: 0278-72-5086
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Shioya Gramping Spa
Why not enjoy with the sounds of birds chirping and the fresh breeze in the midst of nature surrounded by greenery, and experience something out of the ordinary? Shioya Gramping SPA is an inn with its own hot spring source, adjacent to Yubara Onsen town, the center of Minakami Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, and is an accommodation for those who want to spend some private time. It is a glamping-style camping cottage, and the cottage has a hot spring bath, so it is recommended for small groups of people or families who are using it privately. The hot spring bath has an indoor bath and an outdoor bath, so you can relax in private. ●The inn has three bungalow cottages with hot springs, and each one can accommodate from 2 to 7 people. (For 5 or more people, you will be sharing a bed) ●For meals, we will introduce you to a luxurious menu of steak BBQ, pancakes and coffee for breakfast, and stylish and rich menus that will satisfy you. Shioya Gramping Spa is one of the three major hot spring areas in Gunma, Kusatsu Onsen, Ikaho Onsen, and Minakami Onsen, which are some of the most famous hot spring areas in Japan. Shioya's hot spring water is low in temperature, but the ingredients in it are extremely effective. There is a hot spring hut on the premises, and the water flows directly into the hut, so you can enjoy the hot spring water as it is. ■Services - Free shuttle service from nearby stations. - Free parking on the premises. ■Amenities - Face towels, bath towels, shampoo, conditioner, makeup remover, body soap, hair dryer, toothbrush ■All rooms are non-smoking (Smoking permitted outdoors, on the terrace, and in the BBQ space) ■Indoors: 2 semi-double beds, 3 single beds, air conditioner, gas heater Electronic kettle, coffee maker, coffee cups, refrigerator, microwave ※Pets are allowed, but please bring a cage and keep them inside the room. ■BBQ BBQ will be held in the dining building (outdoors). Gas grill with table and chairs There is ample space under the eaves, so you can enjoy BBQ even in the rain. *Please note Shioya Spa is quiet staying facility, where we would like you to spend your time quietly, so making noise and playing music are prohibited. Please note that we will not accept reservations from people who intend to make noise.
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Riverside camp
[NEW OPENING 4/1/2023] Minakami Campsite newly open Riverside camp! Riverside Camp is a campsite full of nature and greenery. It is a free campsite along the river, where even small children can enjoy playing in the clear water of the Awazawa River at the source of the Tone River. There are also many other outdoor plans! You can enjoy Minakami rafting, canyoning, canoe, SUP, and more by booking a set plan. You can also participate in outdoor activities on the day! This facility is a small area with a total of 6 sites, so it is recommended for customers who are new to camping, solo campers, families, and others who use it privately! Enjoy a slow life with the refreshing breeze of nature and the murmuring of the river. ※ Please note that this facility is a campsite and surrounded by nature, where you are expected to spend your time quietly, so we do not accept reservations from those who intend to make noise, those who hold parties, or those who shout loudly. ■Check-in Check-in is possible from 2:00 P.M. at this unmanned campsite! ! About reservations Please make reservations by 4 PM the day before. Depending on availability, we may not be able to accommodate your reservation, so please make your reservation as early as possible. About fees There is a basic fee of ¥3000 per plot. In addition, there are participation fees of ¥1000 per adult and ¥500 per child (elementary school age or younger). (Example) 1 plot: ¥3,000, 2 adults: ¥2,000, 2 children: ¥1,000 Total fee: ¥6,000 (¥6,600 including tax) ※ The usage fee is the basic fee plus the number of people. Meeting time Check-in is OK from 2:00 PM Check-out is by 10:00 AM ※ Staff will not be available during check-in Please refer to the guide map displayed from the QR code Meeting place Riverside camp 598-1 Awazawa, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Tel: 0278-72-5086 (TOP Minakami Company) Transportation ●Those who coming by car Get off at the Minakami Interchange on the Kanetsu Expressway, and it will take about 30 minutes to reach our campsite Eligibility to participate Those who can follow the rules and use the site correctly What to prepare ・Tent equipment, all equipment and Drinking water What is included in the fee Fee for one campsite (1 night) Check-in from 2:00 PM Check-out until 10:00 AM the next day Facilities and equipment ・Parking lot (free for users, 1 car per plot) ・Temporary toilet (Japanese style) ・Sink (not suitable for drinking water, please use for washing dishes only, etc.) Payment method ・Cash payment only on site (Credit card payments not accepted) ※ Customers who choose to pay on-site will pay at TOP Minakami Company, or a staff member will come to the campsite to collect the fee Cancellation policy If you cancel for your own reasons, the following cancellation fees will be charged. 10-7 days before → 10% 6-2 days before → 30% The day before → 50% On the day → 100% Other ※ We do not accept customers with pets. (Pets are not allowed.) About campsite check-in Check-in from 2:00 PM OK Check-out by 10:00 AM ※ Staff will not guide you during check-in. Please refer to the guide map displayed from the QR code. ※ Customers who choose to pay on-site will be asked to pay by staff later or when registering for the outdoor experience. About lights-out time ◎Lights-out at 10:00 PM. Please refrain from making noise or shouting outdoors as there will be other customers and families with small children.
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Minakami Camp Hills
■New opened ◎Reservations open!! A new campsite opened on August 1, 2024 The TOP Group's campsite, located in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, will opened just 2 minutes from Minakami Interchange ■Inside area There is a tent site area and a barrel-shaped accommodation building, so it's fun to camp empty-handed, even for first-time campers. The tent site has tents and tarps for accommodation, so if you come with empty-handed, the staff will make a charcoal fire, and all you have to do is to grill and eat your BBQ ingredients only~♪♪ Breakfast includes local bread and drinks♪ ■We also have a wide range of rentals for camping equipment and tools, outdoor equipment for sale, and rentals of activity tools and equipment. You can spend a stylish time at a camping facility on the hills of Minakami, a summer resort. ■Activities In addition to lodging, we also recommend saunas and outdoor activities! We also have various packages such as rafting, canyoning, canoe and SUP, so please take advantage of them. ■Minakami Tourism Minakami is a treasure trove of nature, with the Tone River and Mt. Tanigawa. Where there are many hot springs, tourist spots, and outdoor tourism facilities in the surrounding area, so you can enjoy Minakami Town.
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