上野 雄大 Yuta Ueno
Director of Compass House, a base for outdoor activities in Nozawa Onsen, Nagano
Bio
After studying sports science at university and working professionally as a skier, Yuta opened COMPASS HOUSE in his hometown Nozawa Onsen. With the knowledge of the land where he was born and raised, and the experience he gained from sports, he can freely guide across various activities in both Nozawa's winter and green seasons, covering a wide range of levels of guests.
Message
Compass House is a hub for a wide range of activities in Nozawa Onsen in Nagano Prefecture. Please come and enjoy sports, food, hot springs, nature experiences, and the unique culture of Nozawa Onsen in both the winter and summer.
Guide Q&A
Q: What is your most memorable experience in nature?
When you can feel with your whole body the climate, scenery, plants, and foods that change with the seasons, even in the same place.
Q: What does nature represent to you?
A place to stay that keeps you mentally and physically healthy or makes you better.
Q: What has nature taught you?
By immersing ourselves in nature, which has a power that is incomparable to our own, we are taught the art of being able to face our daily life with a calm and generous heart.
Q: What do you hope that people will get out of experiences with you as a guide?
We hope that by engaging in physical activity in the unique climate, scenery, and culture of this region, you will have a stimulating and inspiring experience that will reset your body and mind.
Highlights
・ Certified MTB Promotion Instructor ・ Japan Triathlon Union Certified Beginner Instructor ・ Licensed Junior High and High School Physical Education Teacher ・ 4th place in the FIS World Cup Halfpipe event ・ Japan National Coach for the 2014 Sochi Olympics Halfpipe ・ Established Dreamship Inc. in 2009 ・ Languages: Japanese
