We see growing demand for and market recognition of the unique experiences to be had in wondrous Hakuba Valley
Hakuba, Japan (PRWEB) August 8, 2010
A boutique hotel overlooking Hakuba Valley’s iconic Happo Resort has been reborn by an Australian group of owners and one of Japan’s new innovative hospitality groups, EastEdge Partners.
EastEdge announced today the renewal opening of The Ridge Hotel and Apartments, a hidden jewel in the Alps, and will operate the boutique hotel at Hakuba, Japan, of Olympic fame.
Originally built as the Hana Hotel by Japan Life in 1998 for exclusive guests, the list of historical VIPs includes members of the Imperial Family who graced the lodge to enjoy the Olympics from the luxurious Penthouse overlooking the mountain. The facility has taken on a new international concept and branding, including redesign and interior renovation of the existing structure. The Ridge`s dramatic new face is expected to bring more luxury travelers to Hakuba.
Standard rooms offer luxurious Western king split beds within a Japanese tatami room context. Fully enclosed apartment suites of one to four bedrooms, designer furniture and equipped kitchens are available with all the latest amenities including flat screen TVs, WiFi, DVD and iPod docking stations.
Antlers Restaurant and Apres-ski Lounge Bar lifts the local definition of gourmet, offering a range of set menus with a Western theme and Japanese touches. A full Western breakfast is included in all standard plans. The fully functioning bar and ala carte menu can be enjoyed from the afternoon including quality imported cheeses and hams for wine lovers.
To welcome families, The Ridge provides a game room for kids of all ages, equipped with Wii and Xbox, DVD library, books, magazines and a relaxing set of lounge furnishings.
The Ridge offers unparalleled Western style accommodation, luxury amenities and service. Mixing contemporary design with simple, sophisticated comfort and large suite apartments, The Ridge provides a fresh and modern lodging experience catering to the international traveler.
The Ridge Contact Information:
The Ridge Hotel and Apartments
4608 Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano 399-9301 JAPAN
Tel: +81 (0)261-85-4301 Fax: +81(0)261-85-4302 Email: info@theridge.jp
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About EastEdge
Tokyo-based EastEdge Partners is an innovative real estate services firm specializing in hospitality as well as real estate investment advisory, brokerage and development management.
In addition to its hotel management activities, EastEdge is currently involved in the following:
"We are honored to have been chosen by the owners of The Ridge to help them achieve the full potential of their investment," says Jason Holt, CEO of EastEdge Partners. "EastEdge brings innovation to this unique project with a concept and design that will compete well with other top luxury resort hotels even within the broader Asia region, as well as an international management system and global marketing platform which should be standard for both prominent and boutique hotels in this sector. We see growing demand for and market recognition of the unique experiences to be had in wondrous Hakuba Valley.
We also see a very strong potential for Nagano in general and are working in many locations within the prefecture that are not yet on the international map, to help them grow and become destinations within themselves in the mid-term. In particular we see significant demand growth coming from Greater China and Asia over the next few years."
EastEdge Partners, Contact Information:
EastEdge Partners
EastEdge Media Contact: Chris Okano chris(at)ee-p(dot)com
About Hakuba:
Destination
Hakuba is a rice-farming valley nestled at 800 meters and surrounded by spectacular rugged peaks towering above 3000 meters. It is one of the oldest regions in Japan to take advantage of favorable snow conditions and terrain with the Hosono Ski Club in 1928, the winter activities caught on quickly and eventually brought Hakuba into international spotlight when hosting the 1998 Olympic Winter Games. As Japan’s premier ski region with 10 resorts and over 100 lifts in the valley, Hakuba offers more terrain, vertical rise and advanced ski/board slopes than anywhere in Japan. Yet still to be known by the outside world however, Hakuba is a four season resort enjoyed quietly by the Japanese year round, competitive with major international mountain resorts in a truly Japanese fashion. As a hidden jewel in the Alps, The Ridge is the place to be seen at in Hakuba.
Activities
Virtually any outdoor activity imaginable is available in the Hakuba green season including river rafting, kayaking, climbing, canyoning, parasailing, windsurfing, fishing, summer camps and retreats, adventure courses, ziplining, firefly tours, waterski and wakeboarding, ballooning, tennis, golf, etc. If you do run out of things to do in the valley, the Japan Sea is less than an hour’s drive away for ocean and beach activities.
In addition to the main attraction of intense powder downhill skiing and snowboarding, Hakuba features cross-country skiing courses including the extensive Olympic course, snowshoeing trails and snow playgrounds for kids, cat and heli skiing, backcountry tours and ice fishing. Après-ski activities are varied and abundant including local cuisine, events, and natural hot springs.
Hakuba Outdoor Activities: Evergreen Outdoor Center
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