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    Raicho: Japan's Mountain Bird
    Paul

    Raicho: Japan's Mountain Bird

    The name raicho (雷鳥) literally translates to "thunder bird," and refers to members of the population of Japanese Rock Ptarmigan that...
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    Mt. Shirouma & the 'Daisekkei'
    Paul

    Mt. Shirouma & the 'Daisekkei'

    Amongst the numerous climbing routes in the Hakuba Valley, one in particular has achieved almost legendary status - the 'Daisekkei.'
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    Spring Snow / Edible Plant Hike
    Paul

    Spring Snow / Edible Plant Hike

    Spring is an amazing time to explore the mountains in Japan, with fresh greenery, lingering snowfields, good weather and far less crowds.
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    The Salt Road: Jizo Pass & Mt. Ato-Sugi
    Paul

    The Salt Road: Jizo Pass & Mt. Ato-Sugi

    In a village blessed with nature, history and culture, there is no better way to experience them all than on a hike along the Salt Road.
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    Otari Green Season PR Video
    Paul

    Otari Green Season PR Video

    Hike and Bike Japan's base of operation, the small rural village of Otari, is a culturally-rich and naturally-blessed area that we take...
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    Mt. Karamatsu in Winter [Photo Album]
    Paul

    Mt. Karamatsu in Winter [Photo Album]

    This week I had the privilege of guiding a fellow American I met on the slopes of Tsugaike last month, up to the summit of 2,696m Mt....
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    Karamatsu-dake (Mt. Karamatsu)
    Paul

    Karamatsu-dake (Mt. Karamatsu)

    One of the most accessible and most popular peaks in the Hakuba area is Mt. Karamatsu. Most hikers utilize the Happo-One gondola followed...
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    Otari Backcountry Snowboarding
    Paul

    Otari Backcountry Snowboarding

    The village of Otari is not only a 豪雪地帯, or "heavily snowed area" as mentioned in our last blog post, but its land area is more than 80%...
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    Oami Fire Ceremony
    Paul

    Oami Fire Ceremony

    The Oami Fire Ceremony (大網火祭り) is one of the most fascinating annual events held here in the village of Otari. Taking place each year on...
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