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A Japanese White Christmas for the whole family – Madarao, Japan

April 25, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

Have you been dreaming of a White Christmas holiday – filled with epic powder snow, fun for the kids and great memories? Madarao Mountain Resort perfect mix of great snow and an authentic cultural experience for your Japanese White Christmas. Madarao, December 2017. Golden light after the powder storm that covered the mountain with 1.5m of fresh snow! Kuma Lodge... READ MORE

Instagrammable Food Guide To Tokyo

April 24, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

One of our favourite parts about Japan is the food! Certain textures and flavours are unique to Japan – at Madarao you can enjoy a range of delicious traditional style Japanese meals after a big day on the slopes. Tokyo though is a foodie’s paradise! If you are spending a few days either side of your snow holiday in Tokyo... READ MORE

Tokyo-Narita Japan Explorer – A Great Travel Resource

April 24, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

This website is a great resource when planning the logistics of your holiday in Japan. Flying into Tokyo offers two airport options – Narita and Haneda. Most international guests fly in to Narita International Aiport. This website is a handy travel guide to help tourists understand the available bus & train options to link to their travel plans throughout Japan.... READ MORE

Smart space: the finest modern Japanese houses

April 23, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

In Japan, space is at a premium. Architecture is one of the areas to see creative solutions to Japan’s crowding – making the most of small spaces. From inventive interiors in central Tokyo to clever constructions in Kyoto, here we define the best modern Japanese houses designed by international and local architects. The Japanese house has gained a reputation for... READ MORE

Mt Buller Season Pass holders ski free at Madarao, Japan

April 12, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

Did you know if you hold a Mt Buller Season Pass then you can ski free for three days, and score 50% off lift passes for any other days of your trip! Mt Buller has had a long standing ‘sister resort’ relationship with Madarao, Japan – so the team at Kuma Lodge is also offering 20% off accommodation for any... READ MORE

‘Absolute Powder Mecca’ – World Class Powder Snow at Madarao Mountain Resort

April 9, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

The powder snow at Madarao is undoubtedly world class. With a huge 60% of the mountain being ungroomed and heaps of tree runs officially sanctioned by the resort – there is no shortage of fresh tracks on a powder day. The team at Powderhounds frequently make the trip to enjoy the famous MadaPOW, saying “it was like the best heliskiing... READ MORE

2017/18 Season Highlights at Kuma Lodge Madarao

April 9, 2018February 6, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

The 2017/18 Winter saw great snowfall across most of Japan – and a series of epic powder dumps through December, January and February. The Kuma Lodge guests had a great time enjoying the deep powder through the winter season, followed by some great bluebird conditions into the spring season! Check out some of the highlights below: Book your 2018/19 season... READ MORE

Is Madarao the best family skiing destination in Japan?

April 9, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

Well we may be a little biased! The case is pretty strong for Madarao being the best family skiing destination in Japan – fast access from Tokyo, uncrowded slopes, excellent English speaking ski lessons, ski-in, ski-out accommodation and a great variety of terrain for beginners to experts. About Madarao Kogen: Madarao Mountain Resort is located in the northern part of... READ MORE

Narai-Juku is A Historical Japanese Town from Hundreds of Years Ago!

April 2, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

How did people travel from Kyoto to Tokyo a few hundred years ago? Let’s visit Narai-juku, a preserved post town from Edo period, to find out! One of the best things about Japan is exploring the rich local history and the root of their unique culture. Visits to cultural sights are a great side activity during the spring skiing season... READ MORE

Love In Every Obento: Japanese Women Reveal The Art Of Boxed-Lunch

March 24, 2018February 21, 2022 by Kuma Lodge

A deeper look into Japan’s creative packed lunches. In Japan, a boxed lunch isn’t just a meal on the go — it’s also a work of art and a means of communication from the maker to the receiver. Obento, or Japanese boxed lunch, has hundreds of years of history for providing hungry men, women and children with a meal on... READ MORE