COMPASS HOUSE shop and cafe stand
"Make skiing more fun...and more free." COMPASS HOUSE is a place where people, things, and events related to skiing and biking come together. The Compuss Project, a project by Yudai Ueno, who has been leading the Japanese freeskiing world since the dawn of freeride, has expanded its activities to Nozawa Onsen, Nagano Prefecture, with the aim of conveying the appeal of freeskiing to as many people as possible, and this season marks its 12th year
Separate from the main store "COMPASS HOUSE", the shop is located as "COMPASS VILLAGE" on Oyu-dori, the main street of Nozawa Onsen Village, close to the ski resort. As you can see, the store has a great atmosphere and is a very open and spacious space. The displays inside the store are full of various ideas that make you feel the mountains and nature, making it fun just to be in the store
A selection of quality products selected by professionals
It has a strong message as a pro shop with riders on hand, and the items on offer are carefully selected by professionals for their functionality and high design. COMPASS HOUSE is also the test center for ARMADA skis, so naturally COMPASS VILLAGE has a particularly wide selection of ARMADA items. Other popular brands include freeskiers and powder lovers
A relaxing space for skiers and snowboarders
There's also a cafe stand, making it easy to drop in after coming down from the mountain. In addition to hot drinks like hot chocolate and lattes, they also serve beer. A huge map of the village is displayed at the entrance like a work of art, which is quite interesting. Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy conversations while looking at the map and sipping a coffee or beer, or browse for the unique items you'll only find at a pro shop, or stop by to pick up anything they suddenly need on the mountain, making it a popular stop
[Trends in products handled]
Tour 20%, Powder 20%, Park 10%, Freeride 50%
[BRANDS]
Armada, New Era, Hestra, Gogglesock, Oakley, Roxy, Patagonia, OYUKI, Plus
ラスワンワークス、アークテリクス、ボーゲン、ティートン、ブラックダイヤモンド、他
[Services and "something" unique to our store]
At the beginning of the season, various session events with riders are held within the ski resort. Once the snow is stable, BC events are held. Detailed event schedules will be announced on the blog and social media once they are decided. Tuning services are also provided in the summer
Takaya Kawaguchi, director of COMPASS HOUSE and ARMADA rider, and a "professional guide who travels the world skiing and surfing," plans and manages various backcountry events.
① BC Training Learn the necessary knowledge and proper use of gear for backcountry skiing from a professional, from beginners to advanced skiers. Acquire solid skills necessary for going into the mountains, from basic walking techniques to rope work and rescue training for emergencies.
② Traveling BC Ski tours mainly around the mountains of Shinshu (Nozawa, Shiga, Hakuba, Joetsu). Occasionally, there are expeditions to other areas... Past tours are posted on the blog.
*Reservations for ① and ② can be made here →https://flat.systems/list/?alist=000007
③ Custom Tours Held as needed.
Inquire via the contact form on the COMPASS HOUSE website.
④Tune-up service available during summer:
Full tune-up 10,000 yen
. A tune-up service for freeskiing by a freeskier. Fine-tuning to suit your needs is possible.
[Events and Campaigns]
◆COMPASS SHOW 2021-22 Early Order Event:
July 24th (Sat) - 25th (Sun), 2021
◆COMPASS ONLINE (Online Store)
https://compass-online.shop
[Other outdoor activities we focus on]
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort is open in the summer and offers a variety of activities. There are also mountain biking trails in the Yamabiko area. Compuss Village also functions as a bike rental and tour guide desk in the summer
July 3, 2021 - Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort opens for summer season
Enjoy downhill mountain biking using the newly renovated Shin-Nagasaka Gondola. During the closure last season due to renovations, we developed new courses. We have a wide selection of downhill rental bikes so everyone from children to adults can enjoy themselves without bringing their own equipment. We also offer various guided tours!
ski
slope. A jib park is available. Those who want to enjoy turns must rent specialized skis!
— Nozawa Onsen Sports Park
http://nozawaonsen.co.jp/gerende/
camping
on the shores of Lake Sutaka, located at an altitude of 1300m.
You can also enjoy fishing and stand-up paddleboarding. Even in summer, the nights are cool and very pleasant, making it a great summer getaway!
Have a blast with a routine of MTB & SKI → hot springs → camping!
— Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort
https://nozawaski.com/report/5061/
Profile
Manager Higashio Nina
Born in Vancouver, Canada, and raised in the foothills of the West Vancouver mountains. He started working as an instructor at the local Cypress Ski Resort and joined a company after graduating from university, but after hearing about the wonders of Japan's powder snow from a friend, he moved to Nozawa four years ago. He joined Dreamship after being strongly attracted to the personality and corporate philosophy of owner Yudai Ueno. A natural snowboarder, he was the winner of the 2020-21 FWQ Hakuba
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I would like to help make Nozawa enjoyable for visitors throughout the year!!
Information
| address | 9526 Toyosato, Nozawa Onsen Village, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture |
| telephone number | 0269-67-0921 |
| Business days | (Business hours) Summer: 9:00-18:00 / Winter: 8:00-20:00 |
| Web | https://compasshouse.jp |
| Social Media | ・Facebook ・Instagram ・BLOG |
*The information posted is as of June 2021
