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This year OJ Online also celebrates 10 years online and Outdoor Japan Magazine's 5-year anniversary. Have a look around, then get out there!

Ride your bike. Take a bath. Drink good beer. Paddle. Dance in the rain. Go outside and play.

  • AkazoraAkazora
    Akazora apartments are a stunning development in the heart of the village of Niseko; one of the world’s fastest growing ski resorts and Asia’s premier four season destination. A boutique development where Western convenience meets beautiful Japanese inspired design. This eye catching building is in a prime central village location. Only a stones throw from the ski slopes and less than a minute from the main road where a mouth-watering variety of delectable restaurants have become clear favourites among locals and tourists. A nearby resort ski shuttle stop can whisk you around the village and ski field, or a short 7 minute walk will bring you to the closest ski lift. Akazora consists of 24 apartments: 4 studios, 10 one bedroom and 10 two bedroom apartments.
  • DoubleTree by Hilton NahaDoubleTree by Hilton Naha
    The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Naha is centrally located in Naha along Route 58, 10 minutes from Naha Airport by car or monorail. Nearby are many corporate offices such as the Okinawa Convention Bureau, Ryukyu Bank and Okinawa TV Broadcasting. Our full-service hotel in Naha is also convenient to historic attractions such as Shuri Castle, the Okinawa Peace Memorial and Okinawa Prefectural Museum. Walk 10 minutes to Kokusai-dori, the city center with numerous shops and restaurants.
  • Address NozawaAddress Nozawa
    Paris/Tokyo architect and interior designer Ciel Rouge Creation instituted a contemporary design to makeover Address Nozawa, formerly known as the Japanese style ryokan, Botanso. Address Nozawa has changed into a vibrant, modern lodging facility while complimenting the historical atmosphere of the village. Address Nozawa serves as a beacon of color in Nozawa Onsen, a quaint resort village in the heart of the Japanese Northern Alps. Address Nozawa's serviced apartment style lodging is the first of its kind in the village and provides the comfort to relax and experience the life of a traditional Japanese village.
  • Gakuto VillasGakuto Villas
    Welcome to Gakuto Villas, nestled in Hakuba, Nagano, Japan . Only minutes away from world renowned slopes, with 10 ski resorts in the vicinity, we offer affordable boutique accommodations for the conscious traveler.
  • Diving School UMICOZADiving School UMICOZA
    Come experience diving with Ishigaki's famous mantas and explore the beautiful underwater world in Okinawa. Umicoza's friendly, bilingual and international dive instructors will safely guide you to the best spots on the island.
  • Island Club IshigakiIsland Club Ishigaki
    Come explore beautiful Ishigaki Island with Island Club Ishigaki. Enjoy snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding and kitesurfing with a knowledgeable guide who can show you the best spots during your stay on the island. Please view our web page and blog for more details and daily updates.
  • Surface Kayak Guide ServiceSurface Kayak Guide Service
    Surface Kayak Guide Service - Coming Sooon!
  • APPIAPPI
    APPI is located in latitude 40° N along with other world famous ski resorts such as Austria's Arlberg and USA's Aspen are located. Our ski resort is on the Mt. Maemori (1305m/4281ft) and Mt. Nishimori (1328m/4357ft) in the Hachimantai National Park. Most slopes are facing north side that keeps snow conditions well because of lesser direct sun hitting on slopes during the day. Also, our well-known Aspirin snow (light and fine snow flakes) makes skiers and snowboarders enjoy riding from early December till early May.
  • KEEN Garage HarajukuKEEN Garage Harajuku
    Visit KEEN's flagship store in Japan. Opened June 15, 2012 in the heart of Harajuku.
  • Stream TrailStream Trail
    Stream Trail is a joint project of 2 water-sport brands – CAPS and FEELFREE. CAPS is a fly fishing manufacturer for more than 20 years; whilst FEELFREE has been manufacturing kayaks for more than 15 years. Combining both brands, experiences and skills has given birth to Stream Trail – simple design and practical bags for travel and daily activities. Designs are engineered for comfort, convenience and generous space.
  • SPICY RENTALSSPICY RENTALS
    SPICY RENTALS is largest ski & snowboard rental shop in Hakuba Valley. We have set up a great net work of 8 shops around Hakuba Valley to cover all your winter gear rental needs. Our motto is HIGH QUALITY, BEST CONDITION, GREAT SERVICE.
  • Tokyo PhysioTokyo Physio
    Tokyo Physio was set up to provide English speaking health care. Due to demand, branches have now been set up in Niseko & Hakuba to support all the ski injuries. Physiotherapy can help with acute injuries and pre existing injuries. These include knee injuries, foot & ankle problems, back & neck pain, shoulder pain,headaches, taping and bracing. All staff have Australian Physiotherapy University degrees and maintain there registration. Sports/remedial massage is also now available.
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