<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[www.onpointmadarao.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[A warm and cozy, sustainably driven, boutique hotel nestled in a private woodland within close proximity of Madarao Kogen Ski resort.]]></description><link>https://www.onpointmadarao.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:28:47 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.onpointmadarao.com/ja/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Book Shinkansen Tickets from Tokyo to Iiyama (A Complete Guide for Foreign Travelers)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A simple, up-to-date guide to navigating Japan’s train system and securing a fast, scenic ride from Tokyo to the mountains of Nagano—perfect for snow seekers, families, and first-time visitors alike.]]></description><link>https://www.onpointmadarao.com/post/how-to-book-shinkansen-tickets-from-tokyo-to-iiyama-a-complete-guide-for-foreign-travelers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6831730cfc4bc32098380e03</guid><category><![CDATA[Snow Smart]]></category><category><![CDATA[Winter Season]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jun 2025 06:15:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7fa812_2af568f4d7c34472b833c0c9c22b2104~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>OnpointMadarao</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nagano’s Ultimate Indoor Playground: ROUND1 Spocha Delivers Nonstop Fun for everyone, all seasons.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spo-cha ROUND1 Nagano – Ultimate Indoor Sports, Games &#38; Entertainment : Discover ROUND1 Spotcha in Nagano – an all-in-one entertainment complex packed with sports, arcade games, karaoke, bowling, and more. 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Not so fast. Here’s how to beat the booking rush, uncover hidden gems, and still land the trip of a lifetime.]]></description><link>https://www.onpointmadarao.com/post/no-availability-here-s-how-to-actually-plan-a-japan-ski-trip-even-when-everything-looks-booked</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6819cd6e063de19bc6c1505f</guid><category><![CDATA[Snow Smart]]></category><category><![CDATA[Winter Season]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recommended]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 08:13:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7fa812_6e169ecda1b3410e8420d8def849ac05~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>OnpointMadarao</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Are Hotel Prices and Lift Tickets Rising in Japan’s Most Popular Ski Resorts? Japan ski trip prices are rising, and lift tickets are too.]]></title><description><![CDATA[From foreign investment to fuel costs, here’s what’s really driving up the cost of your next snow holiday in Japan—and how you can still ski smart.]]></description><link>https://www.onpointmadarao.com/post/rising-prices-for-japan-ski-trips-and-lift-tickets</link><guid isPermaLink="false">681b203fe394fb2bd2702d4b</guid><category><![CDATA[Snow Smart]]></category><category><![CDATA[Winter Season]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recommended]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 08:13:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7fa812_400b68c6c93449fdba3363ec675362fc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>OnpointMadarao</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[清津峡の魔法を解き明かす：十日町を探検 - 自然とアートのコラボレーション]]></title><description><![CDATA[Location: Tokamachi Distance from Onpoint Madarao: 64.2km / 1hr 16 minutes by car. 08:30～17:00 Open Mon-Sun Google Maps:...]]></description><link>https://www.onpointmadarao.com/ja/post/%E6%B8%85%E6%B4%A5%E5%B3%A1%E3%81%AE%E9%AD%94%E6%B3%95%E3%82%92%E8%A7%A3%E3%81%8D%E6%98%8E%E3%81%8B%E3%81%99%EF%BC%9A%E5%8D%81%E6%97%A5%E7%94%BA%E3%82%92%E6%8E%A2%E6%A4%9C-%E8%87%AA%E7%84%B6%E3%81%A8%E3%82%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%83%88%E3%81%AE%E3%82%B3%E3%83%A9%E3%83%9C%E3%83%AC%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A7%E3%83%B3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">668210ea692687229af45c1d</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 02:36:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7fa812_aa7f5da6aac44cbba78b422633a64ff4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>OnpointMadarao</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[妙高の隠れた自然の驚異と一年中楽しめる冒険を発見]]></title><description><![CDATA[Location: Myoko Distance from Onpoint Madarao: 23.1km / 41 minutes by car. 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