
Gateway to Hakuba’s Summer Adventures
Escape the city and discover summer in Hakuba. Just a few hours from the buzz of Tokyo, trade crowded streets and summer heat for cool mountain air, lush green valleys, and breathtaking views of the Japanese Alps.
Adventure, nature, and pure alpine freedom await. Ride the gondola, explore the mountains, and soak in the beauty of Japan’s ultimate summer playground. Stay at Hakuba Gateway Hotel, perfectly located just steps from the gondola and right in the heart of it all.
Fresh air. Big mountains. Endless summer. Welcome to Hakuba.
Green Course
Accommodation +
Mountain Biking +
Rafting
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Stay with us and enjoy mountain biking with stunning views of the Hakuba Alps, followed by an adventurous rafting experience.
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Orange Course
Accommodation +
Hot Air Balloon & Breakfast +
Mountain Bike Rentals
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Stay with us and start your morning with a hot air balloon experience and breakfast included, followed by a refreshing mountain biking adventure.
Minimum stay: 2 nights

Adventure Starts in Hakuba
Escape the city and create your perfect Hakuba weekend. Mix adventure with relaxation and design a getaway that suits your pace — from action-packed mountain days to easy afternoons surrounded by nature. It’s your summer escape, made simple.
Experience Summer Adventures in Hakuba
Discover the best of Hakuba’s incredible natural playground. Start your morning floating above the valley in a hot air balloon, then dive into rafting, mountain biking, kayaking, or SUP adventures. With lush mountains, fresh alpine air, and a calendar full of local events and festivals, Hakuba offers the perfect mix of excitement, nature, and summer fun for everyone.
Summer Events in Hakuba
Plan your Hakuba getaway around the region’s vibrant festivals and seasonal events and experience the mountains at their most exciting. From lively local celebrations and cultural traditions to food, music, and summer festivities, there’s always something happening in the valley. Spend the day exploring Hakuba’s incredible outdoor playground - rafting down alpine rivers, riding mountain bike trails, kayaking crystal-clear waters, or soaring above the valley in a hot air balloon - then dive into the evening’s local events and celebrations.
In Hakuba, adventure doesn’t stop when the sun sets. Pair thrilling mountain activities with unforgettable local experiences and enjoy the perfect mix of nature, culture, and summer fun in the Japanese Alps.
Hakuba Gateway Hotel
Stay where Hakuba summer begins. Hakuba Gateway Hotel puts you right in the heart of the action - steps from scenic gondolas, mountain biking trails, hiking routes, river adventures, and local cafés. Surrounded by the stunning peaks of the Northern Alps, it’s the perfect base for exploring Hakuba’s vibrant green season.
After a day outdoors, return to comfortable rooms, friendly service, and the relaxed mountain atmosphere that makes Hakuba such a special summer escape.

