NOZARU Tree Adventure Nasu — Attraction in Nasu

My family had so much fun, and it was a great workout! We had a lot of questions before we went, so hopefully this review will answer some of yours. Reservations are taken online. They take people in blocks of 3 hours each, 4 blocks per day, so select the best day and time for you. It's all in Japanese so if you're a non-Japanese speaker you'll want to use a PC to make it easier to translate the forms. They're basically asking for your name and other normal info. In the comment area, write all the names of your party and their height in cm next to each name. Height restrictions for the Nozaru (adult) course: 130 cm to 185 cm Weight restrictions for the Nozaru (adult) course: 25 kg to 110 kg We have a family of 4. Our youngest is 120 cm, and the rest of our group are above 130 cm. People over 110 cm and under 130 cm must use the "kozaru" course ("child-monkey"), and must have an adult accompany them. Adults are not allowed on the course, and must watch from below. If you have two adults who want to climb but one has to watch the kid, you have the option to pay for both adults for the Nozaru course, but switch any time you choose. That's what we did.

After you sign in at reception and fill out the release form, they'll have an expert help you get your gear on. There is a harness system and a separate clip system. They attach the clip system using a wrench, so it won't come undone accidentally. Next is the helmet fitting, and finally you'll select a pair of gloves. Everything is washed after each use. Which is a good thing, because we got sweaty during our run!

Basic don'ts: don't touch the delicate roller area where your clip attaches to the wires. Don't ever use the clip's wire to move along because you can mangle your fingers if you get them caught in the clips. Don't swing your clips around because they're heavy and can really hurt. Don't let your clips drag on the ground and get dirty. One person on an element at a time, but two are allowed at the nodes between elements (the platforms).

Is it safe? The clips are pretty darned ingenious. It was the first time I've used anything like that. There are different systems for the Kozaru and the Nozaru course. The Kozaru course slips on to the end of the wire using a "hammer clip." The clips for the Nozaru course are linked in such a way that only one can be unlocked at a time. This means that you always have at least one point of connection to the course, but usually two and sometimes 3.

For Nozaru there are 7 courses you can try. They recommend starting with courses 2, 3, or 6, but it's really up to you. There is enough time to try them all if you're fast, and in any order you like. I personally found 6 to be the easiest. For Kozaru there are 5 courses with a wide range of difficulty.

The courses start with a brief climb for the Nozaru. It's tricky, because you have to manipulate the harness and the rope that you're clipped to. It's best to have a partner help you pull the rope up little by little, but it's possible to do it by yourself. The harness often gets caught on the climbing pegs, so go slowly enough that it doesn't yank you off balance when that happens. Continue through the course, using the wrapped area below your clip for stability when you need it. Remember, don't put your hands on the wire you use for your clip. Find another way. When you get to the zipline at the end, make sure your clip lines aren't twisted. Keep your legs straight and pointed forward for the best landing. Let your legs hang if you want to go slower. Once you're down and if you have more time, choose your next climb and go for it!

Access: we came by bus and luckily it was a good-weather day. Get off at the Osoyamabashi bus stop and follow the Nozaru signs. It's about a 15 minute walk. If you're already in the Nasu Highland Park, there is a small path you can take. It's past the petting zoo, across the bridge, and up to the right. The path is marked with the sign in the first picture. DISCOUNT: bring your Highland Park admission tickets for a great...

The adventure courses are really fun and challenging. If you want to finish all the 8 courses, you must arrive on time. It spent us 3 hours for 6 courses in the lower area. You don't have to afraid of the heights as you won't fall off from the rope and platforms. But you should have a good stamina for the courses.

DARK pants/trousers are recommended! Some staff can speak in English in case you are not speaking...

9月上旬平日にノザルコース利用。天気曇りのち晴れ/気温30°Cほど

【アクセス】 那須ハイランドパークに隣接もしているので、ナビを入れれば迷うことはなさそう。ただ案内看板が少々見づらかったり、遊園地付帯施設特有のいくつも駐車場があるので、1番近いところを見極める必要あり。今回はコテージ受付向かいの駐車場を使用。そこから3分ほど徒歩で受付へ

【受付】 ホームページを見て事前予約した方がスムーズ。予約システムはウラカタを使用しているが、支払いは現地で券売機で精算となる。現金のみで電子マネーやクレジットカードは一才使用できないので注意が必要 装備はハーネス装着。ヘルメット、手袋は施設からの貸出あり。 ただヘルメットはインナーキャップはないので、夏にはちょっとにおいが気になる。手袋は大人、子供で合計4サイズあり。こちらも少々においは気になる。

【利用開始】 スタート前に説明をしっかり受け、チュートリアルをしてからスタートするので安心。チュートリアルは予約時間ちょうど、その15分後、さらにその15分後とあるので少々遅れても利用自体に問題はない。ただ遊ぶ時間が減る。 コースは8つあるが、好きなところなら巡ることができる。入り口には難易度ボードがあるのでコースの全体像も把握できる。 なお利用時間の3時間は「ちょうどいい」時間設定となっている。10分ほどの休憩を挟んで3時間ぴったり遊んで全コース（8コース）クリアとなった。

【注意】 ①スマートフォンは200円を払い、スマホケース内につける紐を買えば持ち込み可能となる。だが、スマホケースを持っていないとそもそも持ち込み不可となる。 ②夏は那須ではゲリラ豪雨が高確率で発生するため、午後スタートだと途中で濡れる可能性がある。時間に余裕があれば午前スタートをおすすめする。他の方の口コミを見る限り、雨でも利用可能なようではある。 ③暑い時期の利用であれば着替えは必須になる。汗だくのシャツではその後の行程がかなり不快になる。 →着替えスペースとしての準備は無いため、トイレでの着替えとなる ④トイレに行く際にはハーネス類は取り外しが必須になる。時間管理には留意するほうがいい ⑤コースは前のグループに追いついてしまうと待ち時間がかなり発生するし、コースの攻略法が何となく掴めてしまうので、空いてるコースから挑戦するほうが楽しめる。

【その他】 ①スタッフの方はコース付近で下から様子を見てくれてはいるものの、積極的にくるタイプではないので、写真をお願いしたい場合などはこちらから話しかけたほうが良い。 ②かなり体力を使うので、終了後の次の行程はよく考えた方が良い。

【総括】 楽しかったし、体を動かす良い機会になった。夏は暑いのでそれ...