Mountain Bike – Nozawa Onsen | Japan

Mountain Bike Trip Japan

Japan is now firmly on the international map for skiing in winter — and when the snow melts, the same stunning mountains remain, offering an incredible setting for mountain biking.

Nozawa Onsen is a charming, traditional mountain village nestled in the Japanese Alps of Nagano. Situated at the base of one of Japan’s most historic ski resorts, it transforms into an ideal mountain biking destination in the warmer months.

With rich cultural heritage, delicious local cuisine, a network of exhilarating MTB trails, and natural hot springs to soak in after a day on the bike — Nozawa has it all. We’ve proudly called this place home for almost 30 years, and we look forward to sharing this extraordinary part of the world with you.

Check out this short video for a glimpse of what a Mountain Bike Week in Japan could look like — all filmed in and around Nozawa Onsen.

Awesome video from a recent trip by some Pro Riders Mountain Bike Japan by Where to Ride

Mountain Access  & Bike/Equipment Rental Info

The Gondola operates from Saturday, July 2nd to Sunday, October 30th.
Mountain biking in Nozawa Onsen is open to all ages, skill levels, and riding styles — from casual cruisers to serious downhillers. Even outside the official gondola operation dates, you can still ride anytime during the Green Season. And remember, the climb up can be half the fun!

 

Gondora Fee with Mountain Bike

• One-Way Ride
  Adult: ¥2,000
  Child (under 12 years): ¥1,200

• One-Day Pass
  Adult: ¥5,000
  Child (under 12 years): ¥3,000

• Season Pass
  Adult: ¥45,000
  Child (under 12 years): ¥27,000

• Course Usage Fee (if not using the Gondola)
  ¥1,000

Need gear? No problem!  You can rent bikes and all the equipment you need from our friends at Compass House. Mountain Bike Rental Nozawa Onsen

3, 5 & 7 Day MTB Experiences

The Nagasaka Gondola operates from July through October each year, offering easy access to the mountains and a full season of adventure.

• NOT INCLUDED in the above Experiences are Dinner and Lunch unless otherwise stated . You are welcome to use the Lodge Kitchen and lots of amazing restaurants in the Village where you can eat out for as little as 1000 Yen. Here is a link to check them out; Restaurants and Bars in Nozawa Onsen
• Travel Insurance we strongly advise getting correctly insured for Mountain Biking and cancellations or any little mishaps along the way.
• Mountain Bike Hire.  We work together with the local Bike Shop Mt Port and they have a great range of all types of bikes depending what level you are. Here is a link to prices and course details. Hint open in Google to translate Mountain Bike Nozawa
• Airfares and Transport to Nozawa Onsen. Nozawa is just over 2 hours from Tokyo and a very easy trip on the Bullet train. Here is a link to details and info on the Rail Passes; Getting to Nozawa Onsen
• Sending bikes up. You can take them on the train provided you have a Bike Bag or if prefer can just send them up from the Airport or from any Hotel in Japan for very little cost and no hassle here is a link Sending bags in Japan

 For additional info on Mountain Biking in Nozawa: Contact us  stay@nozawaholidays.com

Restaurants

For more information, check out our Nozawa Holidays Food, Bar & Restaurant Guide.
Nozawa Onsen is home to some fantastic local cuisine, with a great mix of traditional and modern options. Most restaurants offer English menus and staff who speak a little English, making it easy to enjoy the delicious food around town

https://www.nozawaholidays.com/restaurants-bars/

 

 

We’ll leave you with one more great video — featuring professional rider Sam Pilgrim, who recently made “The Pilgrimage” to Nozawa Onsen. Watch as he explores the trails, meets the locals, and experiences everything that makes riding in Nozawa so unique!

An Experience for a life time –  Nozawa Japan.

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