Enjoy experiential outdoor activities such as boarding a Hot Air Balloon, SUP (standup paddleboarding), Air Canoe and others. Find such wildly fun outdoor activities at the Mikawa Kogen highlands around Lake Mikawa, the largest artificial lake in Aichi Prefecture, and take advantage of the accessible Value Set Plans that include food, accommodation and activities. An awesome destination for your Golden Week holidays with chance to win prizes at the draw promotion made with the facility's exclusive stamp rally app.

[ Toyota Lake Mikawa Adventure Official Site ] (Japanese)

Experiential Activities

• Hot Air Balloon Experience
Take a 5-minute flight amidst the beautiful natural setting of Lake Mikawa in a hot air balloon moored on a glade by Lake Mikawa (max. 5 guests). Check also the great value plans combining activities with accommodation and meals.

Fee: [Adults] 2,500 yen [Children] 1,700 yen [Toddlers ages 3 and younger] Free of charge *Reservations required.
Time: 6:30 to 8:00, and 16:00 to 19:00

‣Value Set Plan
• Campground Auto Site & Hot Air Balloon Experience: 3,600 yen/guest
• Stay (2 days 1 stay) & Hot Air Balloon Experience: 9,800 yen/guest
• Breakfast (1,000 yen value) & Hot Air Balloon Experience: 2,800 yen/guest
• Lunch or Dinner (1,500 yen value) & Hot Air Balloon Experience: 3,300 yen/guest
• Additionally, saving plan combined with Sausage-Making Experience also available.

Notes:
• Subject to cancelling and interruption due to weather conditions.
• High-heels shoes, pumps and other sharp heeled footwear are not allowed.
• Soot-impregnated condensation may drip from burner, please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
• Price includes 100 yen Safety Administration Fee.
• Value Set Plan requires reservation.

• MTB Bike Rental
A 13km circuit course of mixed dirt and paved roads. Ride through the fresh green and enjoy cycling while watching the lake. Lunch tabe-aruki (Walking & Eating) also recommended.

[ Minimum age ] 7 (Elementary School student) and older
[ Fee ] 2,000 yen / 90 minutes
[ Time ] 10:00 to 15:00 (last reception 13:00)

Notes:
• Long-sleeved garments are recommended in order to minimize injury risk.
• Guests are kindly asked to refrain from participating while wearing high heeled shoes.
• Price includes rental fees for mountain bikes and helmets, as well as 300 yen Safety Administration Fee.

• SUP Rental
SUP, the new hot trend of outdoor sports! A large board that even beginners are able to ride immediately after receiving a simple set of instructions. Wet suits also provided for added peace of mind. Enjoy the superb scenery of Lake Mikawa from within the lake, as someone taking a water-surface stroll.

[ Minimum age ] 10 (4th Grade Elementary School student) and older
[ Fee ] 3,000 yen / 90 minutes * Reservation required
[ Time ] 10:00 to 15:00

Notes:
• Please bring bathing suits and a change of clothes.
• Please use shoes that you don't mind getting wet, heel-strap sandals, etc.
• Price includes rental fees for SUP board, life vest and paddle, as well as 300 yen Safety Administration Fee.

• Air Canoe Rental
Boasting excellent buoyancy and stability due to its inflatable nature, the Air Canoe is a very safe ride for beginners. Configuration is two-seater that you can ride with a friend. Venture into the creeks of Lake Mikawa, habitats of wild species of birds.

[ Minimum age ] 7 (Elementary School student) and older
[ Fee ] 5,000 yen
[ Time ] 10:00 to 15:00

Notes:
• Please bring bathing suits and a change of clothes.
• Price includes beginner instruction, rental fees for air canoe, life vest and paddle, as well as 300 yen Safety Administration Fee.

• E-boat
The E-boat is a 10-seat inflatable that can be enjoyed by groups. All participants join the effort when paddling making for great fun. A guide staff joins the troupe aboard for added peace of mind.

[ Minimum age ] 4 and older
[ Fee ] 2,500 yen *Reservation required
[ Time ] 10:00 to 15:00

Notes:
• Guests are kindly asked to refrain from participating while wearing high heeled shoes.
• Price includes guide fee, rental fees for life vest and paddle, as well as 300 yen Safety Administration Fee.

Value & Discount Promotions

Restaurants, inns, hotels, guest houses and other facilities of the area will all be offering plans, services, discount vouchers and coupons, as well as discount packages and other perks to guests visiting Shimoyama during the period. Ask for promotions at each facility or merchant.

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Basic Information

Address	〒444-3206 Habu-cho, Toyota-City
Phone number	[Reservation Line for Hot Air Balloon Experience, Activities] 0261-85-2056 from 9:00 to 17:00 Inquiries (from April 17) 0565-42-6548 (Toyota Mikawa Highlands Adventure Management Secretariat)
Place	Lake Mikawa
Holding time	April 27 (Saturday) to May 6 (Monday), 2019
Access by car	• Approx. 40min (23.8km) eastwards from Toyota-Matsudaira I.C. of the Tokai Loop Expressway via routes 301, and 363, or; • Approx. 45min (30km) northwards from Okazaki-Higashi I.C. of the Shin-Tomei Expressway via routes 473, and 363.
LINK	Toyota Mikawa Highlands Adventure Official Site (Japanese)

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