Parapente Hakuba Happo Osaka-Jui

Hakuba - Happo, Japan Altitude: 1481 meters This site is regularly used for World Cup launches and offers some cross-country (XC) flying opportunities. The site record is 47.7 km. Takeoff: There are multiple takeoff points available. The coordinates provided are for the 'Gondola TO,' located just outside the first section of the gondola. The hang gliding takeoff (HG-TO) is by the top of the second section. The competition paragliding takeoff (PG) is also available. Landing: The landing zone is at the foot of the Olympic jumping stadium. Be cautious of the marked power lines. Getting There: By train: - From Tokyo (Shinjuku), take direct trains to Hakuba. - From Osaka, travel via Nagano and Matsumoto. From Hakuba Station, you can take a taxi to the landing zone or arrange for a pick-up. To reach the takeoff point, use the gondola. Comments: This is a very interesting flight area that often hosts competitions, such as the Pre-PWC in 2008. Flight Regulation: You must go through a local paragliding school to be allowed to fly here, as is common in most Japanese flight areas. The visitor fee is 2600¥ per day, plus 860¥ per gondola trip. Tourism: Don't miss visiting an 'Onsen' (Japanese hot spring); there are several in and around Hakuba. For more information, visit: [Paragliding365 - Hakuba](http://www.paragliding365.com) Watch a flight video here: [YouTube - Hakuba Flight](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_aQ5p0-S5A)