2024 Nozawa Onsen Cycling Festival: A Year-Round Mountain Resort Unleashes Its Potential – Registration Deadline Approaching!
Nozawa Onsen, renowned as one of Japan’s top snow resorts, is showcasing its year-round mountain resort potential with the “2024 Nozawa Onsen Cycling Festival”. This unique cycling event, which takes place across the expansive grounds of Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort, brings together road bikes, mountain bikes, and gravel bikes in one of the few events of its kind.
Participants can fully enjoy the distinct characteristics of each cycling discipline, making this an unparalleled event for cycling enthusiasts. The festival offers more than just riding experiences. After the rides, participants can explore the charm of Nozawa Onsen Mountain Resort, including a tour of the thirteen public baths scattered throughout the compact village and enjoy the local autumn culinary delights, providing a unique and attractive stay experience rarely found in Japan.
Green Alliance Partnership and Eco-Friendly Initiatives
This year’s event, marking its fourth edition, is partnering with the Green Alliance (Hanwha Japan Co., Ltd.), which is committed to addressing environmental issues. As part of their initiative to promote eco-friendly mobility, they will participate in the event, advocating for sustainable lifestyles through cycling. Their involvement will help highlight the importance of environmental conservation within the cycling community.
In addition to Specialized Japan, which has supported the event since its inception, leading brands in the cycling industry such as Shimano Inc. and Panaracer Corporation are also joining as new partners. To enhance the experience for a wide range of cyclists, the event will feature new content and updated courses for each category, delivering an upgraded version of the festival.
Event Details
- Dates: October 5th & 6th
- Registration Deadline: September 22nd (Sunday)
- Registration: Now open on the official Sports Entry website
For more information, please visit the official website of the Nozawa Onsen Cycling Festival Committee.