Naderayama Kankan Watari 2023 is open for signups!
Naderayama Kankan Watari will be held on 26th February this year! “Kankan Watari” is a phrase in the regional dialect which means “walking on thick layers of snow”. It is a must-try winter activity while you’re here in snowy Yonezawa! You can also catch a magnificent view of the cityscape and the neighbouring mountains while walking up in Naderayama! We hope to see you there! Date 26th February 2023 (Sunday) * Event will not be cancelled regardless of weather conditions Participants 100 (Children of middle school age or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) Participation Fee Please pay the fee on the day of the event. Regular fee – 1,000 yen High school students and below – 500 yen Fees are inclusive of insurance. A souvenir will also be distributed to all participants. Schedule 8:00 am – Meet at Atago Community Center 8:30 am – Group formation, Departure 11:30 am – Arrival at mountain peak 12:30 pm – Descent from mountain 2:00 pm – Return to Atago Sanso Mountain Villa (Warm amazake will be prepared), Dismissal * There will be a post-activity get-together session at the villa after dismissal. An additional 1,000 yen participation fee is required (exclusive of drinks). 20 slots available on a first-come-first-served basis. Game meat, which has seen an uptick in demand, will be served! What to Bring Winter clothing (can also be waterproof), lunch, drinks, provisions Equipment required Long boots, gloves, hat, tights, towel, sunglasses, ski poles etc. If you have snowshoes or kanjiki of your own, please bring them along with you. How to Register Send the following details by fax to 0238-53-2243 or email to kankanwatari@gmail.com 1. 氏名 Name (write in Katakana) 2. 年齢 Age 3. 性別 Gender 4. Phone number Registration Deadline 21st February 2023 (Tuesday) Contact For more information, please contact Kankan Watari leader KATO Yasuhiro at 090-8788-1058 * Details may be subject to change depending on the COVID-19 situation.
2023.02.09