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[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!
[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!
[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!
[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!
[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!

[Gunma, Minakami] Hydrospeed Half-Day Course! Five-Star Intense ★ Become One with the River!


Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)
Duration:4 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date

  • The most exciting water activity!
  • Pioneer of domestic hydrospeed tours! We are confident in our equipment!
  • Women and those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy this course with peace of mind!
[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Package Options

Water Activities

Water activity typeRiverboarding
Special water activityBodyboard
Activity seasonSpring, Summer, Fall
Tour TypeShared tour
Minimum participant requirement1 traveler
Instruction languageJapanese
Activity levelBeginner
Transportation methodTransfer from meeting point

Product Info

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  • Five-star intensity! Control is up to you! Hydrospeed is the ultimate river sport, where you strap on fins, climb into a custom-made one-person rubber boat, and let yourself go with the current. Not only can you experience the fun of controlling it yourself, but you can also feel the thrill of being just above the water's surface and a direct sense of unity with the river. It's often described as the river version of bodyboarding, and the real thrill is surfing the river's waves and reading the current to determine your own course. Easy access from the Kanto region (^o^)丿 Free transfers from [Joetsu Shinkansen Jomo-Kogen Station], [Joetsu Line Minakami Station], and accommodations in Minakami Town! It's a great day trip from the Kanto region, so why not spend your free time enjoying nature and being active in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture (^o^)丿
  • The most exciting water activity!
  • You'll board a Hydrospeed, a specially designed bodyboard for rivers, and ride face down the rapids of the Tone River. Your line of sight right above the water's surface doubles the excitement! Your guide will give you instructions before you start, so you can enjoy the technical rapids and the big drops on your own! This is a popular tour among repeat participants, as the sense of accomplishment and exhilaration is great despite how hard it is!
  • Pioneer of domestic hydrospeed tours! We are confident in our equipment!
  • Hydrospeed, which originated in France, was first introduced to Japan as a tour by Kappa Club in 2000. Through trial and error, Kappa Club guides developed a hydrospeed boat that took into account the physique of Japanese people and the characteristics of the river. The special wetsuits, which were previously imported from France, are now custom-made in Japan with an extra-thick 8mm model. This protects the body from the cold and obstacles while constantly immersed in the water.
  • Women and those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy this course with peace of mind!
  • More than half of the Hydrospeed participants are first-timers and women. If you're not confident in your physical strength or can't swim, don't worry! The wetsuit itself has considerable buoyancy, and you'll also be wearing a life jacket, so there's almost no need to worry about drowning. As long as you don't give up, our strong guides will run alongside you and take you to the finish line! We'll also set up courses to suit your level and physical strength on the day, so please join us with confidence.

The view from the water's edge doubles the impact! Recommended for active people! Hydrospeed♪

The view from the water's edge doubles the impact! Recommended for active people! Hydrospeed♪

A thorough safety briefing will be given before the start, so even first-timers can participate with peace of mind!

A thorough safety briefing will be given before the start, so even first-timers can participate with peace of mind!

Just 3 minutes by car from Minakami Interchange on the Kan-etsu Expressway! Easy access (^^)/ We are taking measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus and are welcoming our customers.

Just 3 minutes by car from Minakami Interchange on the Kan-etsu Expressway! Easy access (^^)/ We are taking measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus and are welcoming our customers.

A comfortable facility! There are hot showers, spacious and clean changing rooms for men and women, and nine toilets, so you can use them without waiting!

A comfortable facility! There are hot showers, spacious and clean changing rooms for men and women, and nine toilets, so you can use them without waiting!

Free pick-up service within Minakami town from [Joetsu Shinkansen Jomo-Kogen Station] [Joetsu Line Minakami Station]! (Advance reservation required) Please feel free to make a reservation ♪

Free pick-up service within Minakami town from [Joetsu Shinkansen Jomo-Kogen Station] [Joetsu Line Minakami Station]! (Advance reservation required) Please feel free to make a reservation ♪

What You Can Expect

Duration: 4 hour(s)

1 Day

  • 08:50
    Meeting and reception.
    Meeting and reception.
  • 09:00
    Change clothes.
    Change clothes.
  • 09:20
    departure!!.
    departure!!.
  • 09:45
    Safety training, lectures and practice.
    Safety training, lectures and practice.
  • 10:00
    Hydrospeed.
    Hydrospeed.
  • 11:20
    Goal! Move and change clothes.
    Goal! Move and change clothes.

Purchase Notice

Questions about booking:

  • Question 1: Please enter the gender ratio of participants in the Hydrospeed experience. Due to equipment restrictions, participants must be under 190cm tall, under 90kg in weight, and have a shoe size of 29cm or less. (Example) Participants: XX men, XX women
  • Question 2: If you would like to be picked up or dropped off, please enter the pick-up location. *We will contact you by email or phone after your reservation is confirmed to inform you of the time, etc. (Example) Pick-up from XX Station

Regarding cancellation of the event:

  • ■ Regarding cancellations due to weather, etc. The tour may be canceled due to weather or water levels on the day. We will not compensate for travel expenses or other expenses even if the tour is canceled after arriving at the site. We ask for your understanding.

Please note the following when participating in this course:

  • ・For all courses, pregnant women, those who have been drinking or are under the influence of alcohol, and those with a chronic illness that would prevent them from participating in the tour are not permitted to participate. ・Due to the nature of the equipment, participation is limited to those under 190cm in height, weighing under 90kg, and with shoe size of 29cm or less.

Includes/Excludes

  • Guide fee, equipment rental, insurance fee
  • *Photo sales, merchandise sales, etc. will only be accepted in cash on the day.

Reminders

  • Participant age: 13 to 65 years old

  • What to wear and bring: Swimsuit Towel Goggles for contact lenses, eyeglass band for glasses

  • Minimum number of participants: 1 person

Meeting Point

Location Name: 18 Terama, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture

Address: 18 Terama, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture

How to Get There
・Meeting Time: 9:00 AM Start ⇒ 8:50 AM Rendezvous 12:30 PM Start ⇒ 12:20 PM Rendezvous 15:00 PM Start ⇒ 2:50 PM Rendezvous (*No 15:00 tour scheduled for 2026) *Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins <Duration> 3 hours ・Meeting Location: Kappa Club Reception Counter

Experience Location

Location Name: 18 Terama, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture

Address: 18 Terama, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture

How to Get There
・By car: From Tokyo... 3 minutes from Minakami IC on the Kan'etsu Expressway From Niigata... 3 minutes from Minakami IC on the Hokuriku Expressway/Kan'etsu Expressway From Nagano... 3 minutes from Fujioka JCT on the Joshinetsu Expressway to Minakami IC on the Kan'etsu Expressway ・By train: Free shuttle service within Minakami Town and within the Joetsu Shinkansen (Jomo-Kogen Station), Joetsu Line (Minakami Station), and other areas (advance reservations required) *Please note this in the comments section when making your reservation.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 7 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
  • For cancellations made 2 to 6 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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