Japan's top eight rafting teams battling it out on the Tone River.  Start time on Saturday for downriver will be 10am and around 1pm for slalom.  Best place to watch will be from Mizukikokan down to the bungy bridge.

Scheduled around the competition highlights, abseiling activities are conducted by Lincoln at our Minakami base.  Feel free to experience the ultimate thrill.  The all-in-one pack includes instructions, several rappelling techniques and as a grand finale, you are free to cross the famous Fox Canyon in the air.  Contact Lincoln now.

[1] Metropolis Magazine and Tokyo Families have mentioned our new operation online and in print.  [2] A new fun activity is being planed at Mt. Haruna.  It will be called River Floating for now or until we have found a better name for this brand-new activity.  [3] We are planning to organize workshops very soon.  Let us know if you are interested in how to make a Swiss seat rope harness.  [4] Here a virtual Japan guide that also features the nearby Haruna lake.  [5] Follow Camping Tips on Twitter.  They recently released helpful tips on camping for beginners.  [6] 18 more days left to Mt. Haruna Day Rave Vol. 2 held halfway up Mt. Haruna during the day of May 29.  This event is also about bringing together a different crowd who value outdoor activities, enjoying nature rather than smoky pubs, networking with like-minded people, and establishing long-lasting friendships.  All while barbequing, dancing in the woods, and staying over at the campsite  Check out our Activity Calendar at www.bit.ly/activitycalendar for more details.  RSVP on Facebook or with a quick reply to this mail.

The weather is looking good for this weekend.  Arrive Saturday noon at Takasaki or Annakaharuna station, receive thorough  instructions on rappelling, enjoy a variety of abseiling techniques ending with a grand finale that you won't forget,  BBQ, sleepover in one of the bungalows, have breakfast, and return back home by early Sunday evening.  And because it will be a sunny Saturday, your guest (partner, spouse, or lover) stays for FREE.

Flying Fox, Tree Climbing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Golfing, Swimming, River Floating, River Trekking, and Fishing is now also on the list of adventures at Mt. Haruna.  Packages vary from 3,000 Yen to 8,000 Yen per activity including insurance.  One night is priced at 3,000 Yen.  Call us now at 027-388-1799 for more details.

We have also scheduled regular Yoga/Qigong Retreats on our campsite with the first one scheduled for June 19/20.  Please contact Benjamin Robins of Curatio for more enlightenment.