2005-2006 Season Highlights
The 2005-2006 season was a memorable year at North Country Inn. Our first full season welcoming Australian guests brought wonderful friendships and unforgettable moments on the slopes of Furano.
Link Chair Upgrades
Link Chair on a beautiful bluebird morning
Link Chair during a winter storm
The single link chair with no safety bar was scheduled for upgrade the following season to a double chair with safety bar - making it much safer and easier to use for all guests.
Staff & Guest Moments
North Country staff enjoying après-ski at Bar Bocco in Furano
The staff and guests enjoyed many memorable evenings together, building lasting friendships over good food and conversation. Bar Bocco became a favorite gathering spot for sharing stories from the day's adventures.
Daisetsu National Park Adventures
Views from Daisetsu National Park looking back to Furano
Central Hokkaido's natural beauty
Central Hokkaido delivered on its promise of natural beauty. The Daisetsu National Park offered stunning views back down the valley to Furano, showcasing the region's spectacular mountain scenery.
Guest Spotlight: John's Furano Adventure
John and Lee hiking Furanodake from Ryonkaku Onsen (March 10, 2006)
John, editor of Board The World website in Australia, spent a week in Furano in early March 2006. He documented his travels with daily reports and detailed reviews of the region. His comprehensive account covered not only hiking in the Daisetsuzan National Park, but all his Furano adventures throughout Central Hokkaido.
The 2005-2006 season marked North Country Inn's first real introduction to Australian guests. It was a great delight for the staff and fellow Japanese guests to interact, share time, and make new friendships.
Season Closed: Sunday, May 7th, 2006