Join Outward Bound Japan for an immersive winter adventure based out of our Nagano School, set in the breathtaking mountain region of Myoko-Togakushi National Park.

This five-day journey is more than just an outdoor program—it’s an opportunity for self-discovery. Through mountain expeditions and snow-based challenges, you’ll reflect on your present self while envisioning the person you aspire to become.

The shared experiences in the mountains reveal the power of teamwork, group cohesion, and personal resilience. Facing challenges together, you’ll discover new possibilities for growth—individually and as a team.

This course will be conducted bilingually in Japanese and English, and we warmly welcome participants from around the world.

To the Japanese page of this course

▶Information

■Dates:　February 27 – March 3, 2026 (5 Days)

■Places: Based at Outward Bound Japan Nagano School (Otari Village, Nagano Prefecture), with activities in surrounding mountain areas.

■Outline of Activities:
– Snow Mountain Expedition
– Snow Camping
– Solo Snow Cave Experience
– Debriefing at the end of each day
– Activities subject to change based on weather and conditions.
Location of Outward Bound Japan　NAGANO

■ Meeting Point:

Hiraiwa Station, JR Oito Line (Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture)

Meeting Time: February 27 at 12:35 PM

■ Departure Point:

Hiraiwa Station, JR Oito Line

Departure Time: March 3 at 1:50 PM

Train times are coordinated to allow round-trip travel from the Tokyo and Kansai areas within the same day.
Location of Hiraiwa-Station

■Arriving by Car:
*You can also join the activity with your personal vehicle.
Participants are welcome to drive their own cars; however, studless tires are mandatory for navigating the deep snow.
Parking facilities are provided at the OBJ Nagano School.

■ Capacity
8 persons with a minimum number of participants: 5
(We will confirm and contact you 1 month prior to the tour)　

■ Conditions for participation
Participants must be at least 16 years old, in excellent health, and physically capable of carrying 15kg of luggage on their backs while walking approximately
10 km for around 7 hours. Proficiency in English or Japanese at a daily conversational level is essential.
*International participants are required to have “overseas travel insurance” for enrollment.

■Participation fee:
118,000 yen (including 10% consumption tax )
Included in the participation fee: guided program, 12 meals, lodging, facility use, 1 hot spring, group equipment rental fee, and transportation during the program.

■Cancellation Fees
If you need to cancel your registration, the following fees apply:
・90–30 days before: 11,800 JPY
・29–7 days before: 35,400 JPY
・6–3 days before: 59,000 JPY
・2 days before or later: 100% of the fee
＊For cancellations up to 61 days before, participants are responsible for bank transfer fees only.

■ What to bring
Group equipment (sleeping bags, tents, cooking gear, etc.) is provided.

Please bring your own personal gear and clothing, including:
・Waterproof winter jacket & pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
・Fleece sweater
・Down jacket
・Two sets of thermal base layers
・Waterproof winter hiking boots
・Two pairs of thick wool/polyester socks
・Warm winter hat (covers ears)
・Sunglasses and sunscreen
・Lunch for Day 1

Rainwear is available for rent (3,000 JPY). Please note that sizes above XL are not available.

If you have any questions about gear or clothing, feel free to contact us.

▶Application
Link to Course Application Form

WINTER SELF DISCOVERY
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the winter wonderland, a true treasure of a lifetime.

Debriefing in the snow dining room

Solo experience in a snow cave

Snow expedition

Winter forest