Japan Outdoor Institute

Japan Outdoor Institute Welcome to Japan Outdoor Institute! Our operations extend all over Japan in EN, JP, CN & FR languages.

We are an organisation delivering certified outdoor training, instructor/guiding courses and tours for public, professionals, schools & corporate.

WAFA – Wilderness Advanced First Aid Training – Hakuba Dec 12-14We are 1 month out for this course to run and there are ...
14/11/2025

WAFA – Wilderness Advanced First Aid Training – Hakuba Dec 12-14
We are 1 month out for this course to run and there are still a few spots left – if you are an outdoor professional or enthusiast that wishes to upgrade their medical emergency skills – this internationally recognised course is for you. Don't miss out!

WAFA HAKUBA DEC 12-14 - 40hrs English WAFA Hybrid Wilderness First Aid Training This outdoor professional Hybrid WAFA course will run with 20hrs (approx) pre-study online, to make it a 3-day in-person training. Perfect for professionals

🏂 New Course Dates & Locations! ✨We’ve added more CASI snowboard instructor courses this winter — including Level 1 & Le...
06/11/2025

🏂 New Course Dates & Locations! ✨

We’ve added more CASI snowboard instructor courses this winter — including Level 1 & Level 2 in Hakuba Sanosaka this January!
Sanosaka is a quieter resort during the busy New Year period,
so it’s perfect for focusing on your riding and making progress. 💪

We’re also running three CASI Level 1 courses in Niseko,
taught entirely in native Mandarin by a certified Mandarin-speaking examiner.

There are more courses running throughout the season,
so check the schedule and find the dates that work best for you! 🗓️

👉 Spots are limited
Email us for details or register directly on our website:

🌐 https://japanoutdoorinstitute.com/casi/

Train to become certified as a CASI snowboard instructor. Level 1, 2, 3 and Park 1 courses are available at various locations across Japan.

🩺 Get Ready for Winter — Wilderness Medical Training Now Open!If you work or play in Japan’s backcountry this winter, ma...
11/10/2025

🩺 Get Ready for Winter — Wilderness Medical Training Now Open!

If you work or play in Japan’s backcountry this winter, make sure you’re prepared for the unexpected.
Wilderness Medical Associates (WMA) certified training gives you the skills and confidence to respond when professional help is hours away.

Our Wilderness First Aid (WFA), Advanced (WAFA), and Responder (WFR) courses are ideal for guides, educators, resort and outdoor staff, and adventure enthusiasts who want to take safety and leadership seriously.

🏔 Upcoming Courses – Winter 2025

• Hokkaido – WFR Bridge: Nov 7–10
• Komoro – WALS: Nov 21–24
• Hokkaido – WFR Hybrid: Nov 26–30
• APPI – WAFA Hybrid: Dec 3–5
• Hakuba – WAFA Hybrid: Dec 12–14
• Hakuba – WFA: Dec 18–19

Get trained, stay safe, and become a more capable, well-rounded wilderness specialist this winter.

👉 Learn more and register:
🌐 www.japanoutdoorinstitute.com/en/wilderness-first-aid

🇯🇵 For courses in Japanese, visit wmajapan.com or enquire to

🧘‍♀️ Today, on World Mental Health Day, we pause to recognise the importance of mental health — for ourselves, for our c...
10/10/2025

🧘‍♀️ Today, on World Mental Health Day, we pause to recognise the importance of mental health — for ourselves, for our communities, and for the world around us.

Awareness is the first step toward understanding.
In today’s fast and connected world, where many face stress, uncertainty, and emotional fatigue, the simple act of noticing how we feel can be deeply healing.

At Japan Outdoor Institute (JOI), we recognise the significance of this awareness.
As an organisation working in outdoor education, we are taking careful and ongoing steps to train, develop, and integrate mindfulness practices into our operations and educational programmes — for both youth and adults.

Through quiet reflection in nature, gentle attention to breath, and mindful observation of the environment, we aim to nurture calmer minds, greater compassion, and stronger self-awareness.

May today remind us all that caring for the mind is as essential as caring for the body —
and that every mindful moment is a step toward balance. 💚

📸 Images: Moments of stillness and awareness from JOI nature programmes, mindfulness activities, and meditation learning inspired by Wat Chomtong, Thailand.



🧘‍♀️ 今日は 世界メンタルヘルスデー。
私たち一人ひとりが「心の健康」の大切さに気づき、
その意識を持つ日です。

現代社会では、情報の多さや日々の忙しさの中で、
心の疲れやストレスを感じる人が少なくありません。
まずは「気づくこと」からすべてが始まります。

**ジャパン・アウトドア・インスティテュート(JOI)**では、
この意識の重要性を深く理解し、
慎重に、そして継続的に、
マインドフルネスの考え方を学び、訓練し、
教育プログラムや運営の中に取り入れています。

自然の中で静かに呼吸し、
五感を通して「今ここ」に気づくこと。
その小さな一歩が、穏やかな心と共感、
そしてより深い自己理解につながります。

心のケアは、体のケアと同じくらい大切なこと。
今日という日が、その大切さを思い出すきっかけになりますように。💚

📸 写真:JOIの自然体験プログラム、マインドフルな学びの瞬間、
タイ・ワットチョムトン寺院での瞑想からのインスピレーション。

#世界メンタルヘルスデー #マインドフルネス #メンタルヘルス #自然体験 #アウトドア教育 #心の健康 #コンパッション #自己理解 #マインドフル教育 #ワットチョムトン #ウェルビーイング

🍂🩷💛 Looking for Autumn Rock Climbing Groups? 🍂🩷💛  Last week we were out for a stella introduction outdoor climb in Ogawa...
23/09/2025

🍂🩷💛 Looking for Autumn Rock Climbing Groups? 🍂🩷💛
Last week we were out for a stella introduction outdoor climb in Ogawayama with a group of stars trying out the rock 🌟. If you've always wanted to give climbing a go OR get out of the gym with friends – then join our expert climbing teachers and guides.

Make the most of the cooler weather and join us for a intro Rock Climb or Intermediate 1 & 2 days climbing sessions in Nagano.

👉🏽 Check out dates www.japanoutdoorinstitute.com/en/rock-climbing/
or if you fancy climbing on ICE or ALPINE - see our winter trainings available now!

✨ Thank you for your patience — and for all the messages asking about course dates. We’ve been busy behind the scenes pr...
13/09/2025

✨ Thank you for your patience — and for all the messages asking about course dates. We’ve been busy behind the scenes preparing new locations and setting up Level 3 options across Japan, and we’re excited to finally share them with you!

📣 Big changes this season: the return of Level 3 courses, plus the first-ever Carving and Park 2 courses in Japan — already selling out fast.

We’ve worked closely with CASI to put together an updates page where you can see all the important changes this season, including updated course lengths and smaller group sizes. Please take a moment to read through so you’re fully informed:
👉 https://japanoutdoorinstitute.com/en/casi-updates/

🌏 JOI also has new locations this year — check our website to find the course that suits you best, and contact us anytime if you have questions or requests.

Train to become certified as a CASI snowboard instructor. Level 1, 2, 3 and Park 1 courses are available at various locations across Japan.

🍂🍂 As Autumn approaches bringing it's most pleasant climbing temperatures – lets get our rock on and get on the rock! Be...
12/09/2025

🍂🍂 As Autumn approaches bringing it's most pleasant climbing temperatures – lets get our rock on and get on the rock! Beginner and intermediate outdoor rock climbing training and tours are open for booking with Japan Outdoor Institute! 🍂🍂

We welcome anyone that is keen to learn to climb starting from zero or those with some experience and wanting to have further training to advance their ability and knowledge. Learn the best methods, practices, techniques & safety with our training.

Travel - We have made the days as efficient as possible – with pickup available from Saku Daira station (only a short ride from Tokyo) and Level 1 training only a short drive to Saku Crag with Level 2 over two days to enjoy the beautiful surrounds of Ogawayama. ** You can book your camp spot or stay at the lodge**

Level 1 - ¥25,000 // OCT 18 & Nov 29
Level 2 - ¥50,000* // OCT 25-26

Single and multi-day climbing tours are also available on enquiry for groups up to 4 people in Nagano, Yatsugatake, Mizugaki, Ogawayama or let us know your interest!

We prefer quality over quantity – so spots are limited for the course days.
Please book now at www.japanoutdoorinstitute.com/en/rock-climbing

JOI upholds highest of standards of practice, with guides and instructors all experienced, certified and trained mountain guides and wilderness first aid.



* Accommodation/Food is not included in prices

日本語コース開講‼なぜこのコースを受講しますか?✔️教えることへの情熱を育む:このコースは、プロのインストラクターになるために必要不可欠なツールを提供します。🌏 グローバルな業界リーダーから認定された資格:マウンテンバイクインストラクターの...
08/09/2025

日本語コース開講‼

なぜこのコースを受講しますか?

✔️教えることへの情熱を育む:このコースは、プロのインストラクターになるために必要不可欠なツールを提供します。

🌏 グローバルな業界リーダーから認定された資格:マウンテンバイクインストラクターの資格として、業界で最も広く利用され、世界的に採用されているPMBIA資格を取得できます。

✔️主な学習内容:より高いスキルと一貫性を持ったライディングとデモンストレーションの方法、スキルとマニューバーをベースとしたマウンテンバイクのプランニングと実践方法、MTBグループを安全にガイドする方法。

🤟🏼楽しもう!:バイクに乗って、学んで、ワクワクする3日間!

🚴🏽 自分のライディングスキルを向上させる:ライディングスキルや理論を学ぶことで、MTBへの理解が深まり、自分のライディングを分析できるようになります。コーナリング、テクニカルな上り坂や下り坂での自信の得方、前後輪のリフトやローリングドロップなどの操作をマスターするために必要な、重要で基本的なスキルを学びます。

✔️ PMBIA会員割引特典はこちらから
📅レベル1コースの日程と申し込みについて
10月22-24: https://tinyurl.com/wvwbvvp5
📍  開催地:長野県 白馬岩岳
https://maps.app.goo.gl/yMZ75kXFMzdNTHMx8

🏂⛷❄❤  We thank everyone for their patience and would like to announce that our Winter 2025-2026 AST1, AST2, REFRESHER & ...
06/09/2025

🏂⛷❄❤ We thank everyone for their patience and would like to announce that our Winter 2025-2026 AST1, AST2, REFRESHER & CRS course options are now available for booking online – for the month of September book and receive an Early Bird discount.

Get trained up before you head out into the Japan winter, get the knowledge and skills, use the gear to be a safer person on the snow.
For those interested in AST1 or AST2 refresher half day or full day training – please send us a message and we are happy to arrange.

We are also excited to announce our new introduction to backcountry ski & snowboard touring 1 day courses : BC INTRO 1 & 2.
Specifically targetting anyone that has an interest to try backountry touring, within a safe instructor learning environment. Take careful steps to learn the basics of gear, riding and reading forecasts and conditions.

If you are a company, organisation, resort or school looking to train up your team – please reach out for a professional hosting rates – save and invest at the same time in your team.

SO - what you waiting for book now and we’ll see you in winter!

www.japanoutdoorinstitute.com/ast/

[ Please note: Chinese Mandarin courses are currently being scheduled and will be announced shortly ]

🚑🚑Wilderness First Aid Training for outdoor professionals – Hokkaido this November ❄❄If you have a valid WAFA certificat...
30/08/2025

🚑🚑Wilderness First Aid Training for outdoor professionals – Hokkaido this November ❄❄
If you have a valid WAFA certification or equivalent and wish to upgrade to the highest level wilderness first aid training in Japan – or need to renew your WFR before it expires, then the Nov 07-10 course is for you.

If you have no current valid certification and wish to undertake WFR certification please register for the Nov 26-30 Hybrid course (no pre-requisites). Course includes 30-40 hours online pre-study

This course is hosted by *Rising Sun Guides*, please find out all information and register directly at : �risingsunguides.com/first-aid
If you are interested in Wilderness First Aid courses on other dates or locations please check with Japan Outdoor Institute for the Winter schedule of courses December 2025 www.japanoutdoorinstitute.com

– For locals rate please use ‘LOCALWFR’ code on booking for Rising Suns course and ensure you can present valid Japan resident card.
– If you are after accommodation, please enquire directly to Rising Sun Guides team for best options!

🚵‍♂️ PMBIA Course SOLD OUT at Twin Peaks, Niseko! 🚵‍♀️We’re stoked to be running a PMBIA instructor course this month on...
17/08/2025

🚵‍♂️ PMBIA Course SOLD OUT at Twin Peaks, Niseko! 🚵‍♀️

We’re stoked to be running a PMBIA instructor course this month on the Twin Peaks trail network — a fresh addition to Niseko’s MTB scene, developed by NAMBA (Niseko Area MTB Association) with support from Kutchan Village, Hirafu Bike Park, and the awesome local community 🙌

💥 This sold-out course brings together instructors from several local MTB schools — great to see so many teams investing in high-quality, professional-level training for guiding and instruction!

🌱 It’s inspiring to see new areas like Twin Peaks joining the strong foundation already built by passionate individuals and businesses across Hokkaido. The region continues to grow as a destination for MTB 🚴‍♂️ — with more trails, more opportunities, and a shared drive to raise the rider experience for everyone.

📩 This course is now full, but if you're interested in joining a future PMBIA course in Hokkaido or elsewhere in Japan, feel free to reach out — we’d love to hear from you!

🚵‍♂️ ツインピークス・ニセコでのPMBIAコースは満員御礼!🚵‍♀️

今月、私たちはPMBIAインストラクターコースをツインピークストレイルネットワークで開催しています。このトレイルは、NAMBA(ニセコエリアMTB協会)が倶知安町、ヒラフバイクパーク、そして素晴らしいローカルコミュニティのサポートを受けて開発した、ニセコの新しいMTBスポットです🙌

💥 この満員となったコースには、地元の複数のMTBスクールからインストラクターが集結!多くのチームが、ガイディングや指導における質の高いプロフェッショナル研修に投資している姿は本当に素晴らしいです。

🌱 情熱を持った個人や企業が築き上げてきた北海道のMTB基盤に、新しいエリア「ツインピークス」が加わるのはとても刺激的。トレイルが増え、チャンスが広がり、みんなでライダー体験をさらに高めていこうという勢いを感じます🚴‍♂️

📩 今回のコースはすでに満席ですが、今後北海道や日本各地で開催されるPMBIAコースにご興味のある方は、ぜひお気軽にご連絡ください!

Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association ニセコ東急 グラン・ヒラフ【Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu】くっちゃん町【倶知安町役場】Rhythm Japan

日本語コース開講‼なぜこのコースを受講しますか?✔️教えることへの情熱を育む:このコースは、プロのインストラクターになるために必要不可欠なツールを提供します。🌏 グローバルな業界リーダーから認定された資格:マウンテンバイクインストラクターの...
06/08/2025

日本語コース開講‼

なぜこのコースを受講しますか?

✔️教えることへの情熱を育む:このコースは、プロのインストラクターになるために必要不可欠なツールを提供します。

🌏 グローバルな業界リーダーから認定された資格:マウンテンバイクインストラクターの資格として、業界で最も広く利用され、世界的に採用されているPMBIA資格を取得できます。

✔️主な学習内容:より高いスキルと一貫性を持ったライディングとデモンストレーションの方法、スキルとマニューバーをベースとしたマウンテンバイクのプランニングと実践方法、MTBグループを安全にガイドする方法。

🤟🏼楽しもう!:バイクに乗って、学んで、ワクワクする3日間!

🚴🏽 自分のライディングスキルを向上させる:ライディングスキルや理論を学ぶことで、MTBへの理解が深まり、自分のライディングを分析できるようになります。コーナリング、テクニカルな上り坂や下り坂での自信の得方、前後輪のリフトやローリングドロップなどの操作をマスターするために必要な、重要で基本的なスキルを学びます。

✔️ PMBIA会員割引特典はこちらから

📅レベル1コースの日程と申し込みについて
11月28-30: https://tinyurl.com/yc2zr2p8

📍  開催地:Heritage Keeper / 神奈川県 Heritage Keeper
https://maps.app.goo.gl/6ZqdUCi49pry29bm9

住所

Hakuba, Nagano
399-9211

電話番号

+818077310579

ウェブサイト

https://www.wmajapan.com/, https://japan-dimension.com/en/, https://japanoutdoorinstitute.c

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