{"id":100126,"date":"2019-07-01T00:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-06-30T16:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.zekkeicollection.com\/?p=100126"},"modified":"2025-09-26T01:30:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T09:30:08","slug":"best-hakuba-summer-activities-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zekkeicollection.com\/en\/best-hakuba-summer-activities-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate Hakuba summer bucket list"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525413253365{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Step outside the city and a different world unfolds. Cheers to Japan\u2019s great outdoors.
\n” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]A morning\u2019s commute (a 100-minute bullet train ride and another hour\u2019s drive) leaves behind Tokyo\u2019s overpacked humanity to the scenic resort town of Hakuba<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It was the 1998\u00a0Winter Olympic Games in Nagano that put Hakuba<\/a> Valley on the map as a world-famous ski town, while summer is its peak season for outdoor and nature lovers, who come to enjoy the crisp mountain breeze and invigorating\u00a0outdoor adventures.<\/p>\n

Hakuba<\/a>\u2019s summer roster is filled with exciting outdoor activities against a pristine nature backdrop. You can take a chairlift up to a peak for the incredible views, then hike the scenic trail down to the base (not before stopping by for a lakeside picnic). Its zipline courses send riders over hot-spring streams, snow-fed lakes and verdant forests. Families can try canoeing, paragliding and even glamping.<\/p>\n

It is a classic case of “Come for the winter, stay for the summer.” Here\u2019s a selection of activities to show just a fraction of the variety.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525432351943{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 40px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-color: #00abc7 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #00abc7 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #00abc7 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #00abc7 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Happo-Pond_Go-Nagano_2.jpg” caption=”📸 Go Nagano”][vc_custom_heading text=”Bike or hike up to Happo Pond
\n” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”|||”][vc_column_text]Given how accessible Hakuba<\/a>\u2019s trails, paths and walkways are, just hiking across the valley amid lakes, rivers and coniferous forests is fun enough. If you are looking for a easy, pleasant full-day adventure, then hop into a chairlift – you can go as high as 1,831m and take a brisk 90-minute hike up to Happo Pond (which is at 2,100m).
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Happo-Pond_ZEKKEI_2.jpg” caption=”📸 ZEKKEI Japan”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Mountain-Biking_Go-Nagao_2.jpg” caption=”📸 ZEKKEI Japan”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Cycling_1.jpg” caption=”📸 Go Nagano”][vc_column_text]It is a classic hike that is just the right amount of challenge to fit hikers while also revealing the beauty of the high-Alpine landscape. On a good day with clear blue sky, soft rays light up the\u00a03000m peaks\u00a0of the mountain reflected\u00a0in the lake. In fact, Happo Pond provides a surreal vantage point across Hakuba Villa and to the majestic peaks of the Alps, including Shirouma Yarigatake, Shakushidake, and Shiroumadake!<\/p>\n

If you are looking to explore different biking routes, Hakuba Cycling<\/a> has a bunch of practical information and suggested itineraries.
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At Iwatake, one of Hakuba<\/a>\u2019s ski resort known for dramatic alpine views at 1,200m, steep green runs for intermediates are covered in lilies through summer.<\/p>\n

This area is ideal to visit as a day tripper, considering it has recently developed biking trails with plenty of scenic photo opps along the way, like the Hakuba\u00a0Big\u00a0Bridge\u00a0(Matsukawa\u00a0river\u00a0bridge), Oide Park known for the traditional houses and great views of Kita-Alps, the famous guesthouse street in Nitta and with the\u00a0Kannonbara\u00a0stone.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Lilies-in-Hakuba-Iwatake_Go-Nagano_2.jpg” caption=”📸Go Nagano”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Iwatake_Pashadelic_2.jpg” caption=”📸Pashadelic”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Lilies-in-Hakuba-Iwatake_Go-Nagano_1.jpg” caption=”📸Go Nagano”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Lilies-in-Hakuba-Iwatake_Minoru.jpg” caption=”📸Minoru”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525432351943{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 40px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-color: #00abc7 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #00abc7 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #00abc7 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #00abc7 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Kizaki-Lake.jpg” caption=”Kizaki Lake”][vc_custom_heading text=”Water sports at Omachi’s Lakes ” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”|||”][vc_column_text]Omachi’s lakes are three natural lakes formed in a line near Hakuba<\/a> city center, with hot springs nearby. That already sounds like heaven, right? In the summer, the beautiful lakes are alive with greenery.\u00a0Lake Kizaki is best known for its onsen resort.<\/p>\n

There is also a pleasant campsite on the lakeside, with canoe, kayak and other boats for rent.\u00a0If you want to rig your boat for\u00a0serious fishing, Lake Nakatsuna is the place to be.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Aoki_Evergreen.jpg” caption=”📸Evergreen”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Canoeing_Go-Nagano.jpg” caption=”📸Go Nagano”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Aoki_Travel-Japan_1.jpg” caption=”Aoki Lake 📸Travel Japan”][vc_column_text]Lake Aoki is a delightful destination for those looking for an active afternoon out in nature. It is the most popular with visitors among the three, perhaps it is the variety of water sports available (Kayaking, canoeing, SUP, rafting, water-skiing and even canyoning\u2026 it is essentially a water park for adults and kids alike), or its crystal water from melted snow makes it excellent for swimming.<\/p>\n

In fact, it is one of the purest lakes in Japan, with water so clear you can see masses of\u00a0fireflies flickering on a viewing tour in summer.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Aoki_Travel-Japan_2.jpg” caption=”Aoki Lake 📸Travel Japan”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525432351943{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 40px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-color: #00abc7 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #00abc7 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #00abc7 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #00abc7 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”experience GLAMPING
\n” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”|||”][vc_column_text]Glamping gives you all the romantic aspects and takes all of the effort out of camping, and the luxurious campsite at Mominoki, a properly westernized hotel between snow peaks, might be the coolest camping vacation you take this year.<\/p>\n

The owners combine their personal passion for camping and barbecuing next to the English pub at the hotel. Switch up your routine for a night in nature featuring crisp weather, fire pit, hot tub, live music, and walk up to a cooked breakfast prepared by a chef!
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Glamping-Mominoki-1.jpg” caption=”📸Mominoki”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Glamping-Mominoki-2.jpg” caption=”📸Mominoki”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Glamping-Mominoki-4.jpg” caption=”📸Mominoki”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525432351943{margin-top: 40px !important;margin-bottom: 40px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-color: #00abc7 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #00abc7 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #00abc7 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #00abc7 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Brewing-Company_1.jpg” caption=”📸Hakuba Brewing Company”][vc_custom_heading text=”CRACK A COLD ONE
\n” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”|||”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba-Brewing-Company_2.jpg” caption=”📸Hakuba Brewing Company”][vc_column_text]But what do you get a craft beer aficionado? The choice of take-home beers is infinitely better in Hakuba<\/a> these days, thanks to Hakuba Brewing Company<\/a>, which creates hand-crafted ales with the area\u2019s natural mountain water.<\/p>\n

From the lighter Hakuba Pale packed with floral and citrus aromas, to the cacao and coffee-flavored Hakuba Black, beer-loving travelers would be delighted to find locally-inspired drafts stocked in most restaurants and pubs across town.<\/p>\n

BONUS – A VEGETARIAN FAVORITE<\/h5>\n

There\u2019s no sugar-coating it\u2014beers can be seriously caloric. While the Evergreen-run Roots Cafe<\/a> serves up some of the healthiest fare in town. The place has an air of hipster coolness, maybe it is the live band.<\/p>\n

The wood-fired vegetarian pizza, falafel wraps, vegan sweets and fresh smoothies are pretty sufficient for a satisfying and guilt-free brunch.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba_Roots_1.jpg” caption=”📸Roots”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba_Roots_2.jpg” caption=”📸Roots”][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” alignment=”center” custom_src=”https:\/\/zekkeicollection.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Hakuba_Roots_3.jpg” caption=”📸Roots”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1521909571644{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #00abc7 !important;border-left-color: #a3a3a3 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #a3a3a3 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #a3a3a3 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #a3a3a3 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Planning a summer vacation? ” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1525448948014{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Talk to our concierge specialists to design your tailor-made experience!” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1521909706823{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;}” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zekkeicollection.com%2Fen%2Fcontact||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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