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Asia's Longest Zipline! 'HANAZONO ZIP WORLD' Opens Summer 2022 in Hokkaido

• Written by: Cassandra Lord

Date published: 26 August 2022

While Hokkaido's Niseko Village is usually known for its snow and skiing in the winter, it’s time to make way for summer memories with sunshine and zip lines at Niseko Hanazono’s newest attraction.

HANAZONO ZIP WORLD has opened for summer 2022, and one of their three zip line courses is the longest in the entirety of Asia. Let’s take a look at what to expect at the resort’s latest summer activity.

Main image: Rendered image of expected completion. ©Nihon Harmony Resorts KK

The “mega zipline” at HANAZONO ZIP WORLD opened July 1, 2022, in Hanazono Niseko Resort. It was designed and constructed by Skyline Zipline Japan, part of Canada’s Skyline Zipline company, and will give you incredible views of the surrounding mountains.

Talking about the HANAZONO ZIP WORLD, Skyline Zipline mentioned that many people that have tried skydiving or bungee jumping feel that their world view has changed, but not everyone is able to experience such an extreme activity. But with HANAZONO ZIP WORLD, in a milder and more accessible environment, they said they “hope that many people will come to make their dream of flying a reality.”

HANAZONO ZIP WORLD consists of three different zip lines, the Green, Red, and Black Diamond Superfly courses. The Black Diamond Superfly line is the longest mega zipline in Asia, with a maximum speed of an insane 110km/h (68mph).

The Green line is 427m long, the Red 464m, and the Black Diamond Superfly is an impressive 1,700m. After taking on the Green and Red courses, you’ll be raring to go and try out the longest, fastest course!

Another fun feature of the resort attraction is their dual zip line, which allows you to race down the mountain side by side with a friend or family member while taking in the stunning views. That’s definitely not a vacation memory you’ll soon forget!

Of course, the zipline courses take safety measures very seriously, too, and implements the skyTECH Safe Launch system which includes multiple mechanical, visual, and electronic safety protocols. The courses are up to the Association of Challenge Course Technology's international safety standard, and promises world-class safety, so you can soar through the air with peace of mind.

HANAZONO ZIP WORLD is due to operate from July 1 to October 10, 2022, making use of the slopes in the sunny months of summer.

The “trial package” (トライアルパッケージ), consisting of the Green and Red courses only, is 7,000 yen for adults, and 5,600 yen for children. The full package (フルパッケージ), with all three courses is 15,000 yen for adults and 12,000 yen for children.

The zip lines are within the Niseko Hanazono Resort, on Mt. Niseko-Annupuri.

Of course, zip lining isn’t all that you can experience at the resort. There are tons of other activities all throughout the year. During winter, of course the main activities are skiing and snowboarding, as well as other winter sports and experiences. But in summer, you can try out a bunch of different things such as rafting, SUP, kayaking, “tree trekking”, cycling and golf.

If you want to relax after all the activities, there will also be a calm illuminated art display called “Mountain Lights” that makes for a serene evening walk.

Source, Images: PR Times

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Cassandra Lord

Cassandra Lord is a British journalist specialising in food, travel, and culture, and has been in Japan for five years after studying Japanese at Edinburgh University for four. With a year of experience as co-editor for LIVE JAPAN, Cassandra has since transitioned to freelance writing, contributing to a variety of platforms including The Japan Times and Tokyo Weekender. During her time in Japan she has visited 25 prefectures, with a goal to eventually visit all 47. She also manages her own YouTube channel, "Cassandra Lord", which is dedicated to all things related to Japanese culinary culture. She also works as a translator and photographer.

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