Rainbow Ski Weekend in Urabandai
2024.3.2 - 3.3
「RAINBOW SKI WEEKEND 2024」
Out Asia Travel has been holding the "RAINBOW SKI WEEKEND" in Urabandai, Fukushima since 2015. The reason for the event was that the number of skiers in Fukushima was drastically decreasing due to harmful rumors after the earthquake. Genta, who was working in the sales promotion department at Grandeco Snow Resort at the time, wished to attract LGBTQ guests and became the first LGBTQ person in Tohoku to join an international LGBTQ travel association.
Out Asia Travel, sympathizing with Genta's efforts, decided to sponsor an LGBTQ ski tour as a way to help Tohoku's recovery.
Tour Detail
The gorgeous 5-star hotel, Urabandai Lake Resort, will be the venue,
Rainbow Ski Weekend is held at the gorgeous 5-star Urabandai Lake Resort!
The package includes bus transportation from Tokyo, a hotel stay, and free transportation to the ski resort.
For those who are not skiing or snowboarding, we are planning a separate tour to enjoy the mystical landscapes of Urabandai and local delicacies!
Popular go go boys and drag queens will also join us!
A luxurious night party, a private open-air bath, and a drinking party where you can experience the Rokushaku fundoshi underwear.
Let's go on a tour that will never cease to excite you!
The tour package includes,
Hotel stay (1 night, dinner and breakfast included)
Free admission to lounge parties and social gatherings
Free transportation to and from the ski slopes
(Please note that only the lounge party is open to guests who are not staying at the hotel (the admission fee will be charged separately.
Facilities & Accommodation Plans
Urabandai Lake Resort (Goshiki no Mori/Nekoma Rikyu)
This 5-star resort hotel is located in Urabandai, Fukushima. In addition to spacious rooms and fabulous indoor and outdoor baths, the hotel offers a wide range of facilities. Guests staying at Nekoma Rikyu, an annex adjacent to the main building "Goshiki no Mori", can check in on a gorgeous sofa (welcome drink included). You can enjoy a quality time in a one-rank higher room.
1171-1 Aza Yuhirayama, Oaza Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima 969-2701
Tel: 0241-37-1111 (This is the hotel's main telephone number.) (Reservations for accommodation plans can be made through Out Asia Travel.)
Luxury Plan
Geihinkan Nekoma Rikyu Suite 82㎡
¥42,800-
★Check-in on a gorgeous sofa (with welcome drink)
Deluxe Plan
Geihinkan Nekoma Rikyu Superior Twin 41㎡
¥36,800-
★Check-in on a gorgeous sofa (with welcome drink)
Standard Plan
Goshoku no Mori Standard Twin or Japanese-style room 36㎡
¥29,800-
Hibarami no Yu
The open-air bath "Hibarami no Yu" is popular for its scenic view of Lake Hibara.
The color of the sky changes with time and the scenery changes with the seasons. The scenery will unfold only at that moment when you take a bath.
★All offers are for March 2-3, 2024 (2 days and 1 night). All plans include dinner, breakfast, various parties, and other benefits per person.
★Round-trip bus transportation from Shinjuku is available for an additional 10,000 yen.
★Groups of 3 or 4 people can stay in the same room. In the case of a Western-style room, an extra bed can be placed, and in the case of a Japanese-style room, a maximum of four futon beds can be placed.
★Single occupancy is also available. An additional fee will be charged. If you are participating alone, you can also use the "Room Share Program" to share a room with other participants (No additional fee is required, the above-mentioned fee will be charged)
★Please refer to the Q&A page for more information about lift tickets and rental fees.
Ski Resort Information
Hoshino Resort Nekoma Mountain North Area（Former Nekoma Ski Resort)
This snow resort was created by connecting Arz Bandai and Nekoma ski resorts by a single lift, and has one of the largest slopes and course variations in Japan, as well as snow parks for beginners and top athletes alike. It boasts of the best microfine snow quality in Honshu!
Cast Member
We would like to introduce our wonderful cast members who will make this Rainbow Ski Weekend in Urabandaï 2024 a great success!
Lounge Party
RAINBOW SKI WEEKEND LOUNGE PARTY
＠Urabandai Lake Resort Banquet Hall "Togen"
GAY MIX
18:30-21:45
2 drinks included (please order after the 3rd drink separately)
★This lounge party is also open to non-staying guests.
Admission: 3,500 yen, 9monsters discount: 3,000 yen (both include 1 drink. (Both include 1 drink. 2 drinks for soft drinks)
(Free parking is available in the hotel parking lot.)
Photo Gallery
Directions
By round-trip shuttle bus
A shuttle bus will depart at 7:00 a.m. from the Shinjuku 2-chome area.
If you wish to use round-trip bus transportation, please reserve in advance.
By Train
From JR Koriyama Station, take the Ban-Etsu-Nishi Line to Inawashiro Station.
There is a free shuttle bus from Inawashiro Station to Urabandai Lake Resort, or you can take a local bus (get off at Urabandai Lake Resort).
By Car
Please set your car navigation system like this
Name: "Urabandai Hotel" or "Urabandai Nekoma Hotel" or "Urabandai Lake Resort
Address: 1171-1, Aza Yuhirayama, Oaza Hibara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima 969-2701
(Fukushima Prefecture, Yamagun, Kitashiobara Village, Oaza Hibara Aza Yudairayama)
The main ski area used during the tour will be the Hoshino Resort Nekoma Mountain North Area (former Nekoma Ski Area). Please be careful not to mistake it for the South Area (former Aruz Bandai). It will take about 40 minutes to move from one area to another both by skiing and by car.