Kanto Reservation for Hot air balloon | Activity Japan

• Age 0～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 04:30

Here's what makes PUKAPUKA's hot air balloon flight so special! ◆We'll explain the history and mechanics of hot air balloons, and you'll experience everything from assembly and launch to retrieval after landing! Hot air balloons were the first vehicles to fly! Our staff will carefully explain the little-known history and mechanics of hot air balloons. Since you probably don't see or touch hot air balloons very often, this is your chance to fully enjoy their size and power! ◆Up to 1000 meters in the air. Enter an extraordinary world, surrounded by the feeling of floating and exhilaration, and becoming one with nature! Hot air balloons are the only vehicles in the sky that fly smoothly without windows or wind resistance. Watch birds fly above, touch thin clouds, and gaze at the clouds floating below... Experience breathtaking views you'd never imagine in your everyday life! *Due to weather conditions, we may not be able to reach 1000 meters. Please note that safety is a priority at the pilot's discretion. ◆Drone photography options are also available! While photos and videos taken by our ground staff are complimentary, the footage captured by the drone is truly exceptional! We'll capture footage of you preparing the balloon and taking off. Details will be provided upon booking! ◆Since the morning meeting time is early, we have private accommodations available for you to stay the night before! Because the morning meeting time is early, we have private accommodations available for you to stay the night before! ​We also offer an opportunity to interact with the facility's chickens! After your flight, you can enjoy a meal of freshly laid eggs on rice. *This service will be suspended from December 2025 to February 2026. ~Schedule~ ① Gather and check the wind conditions. ② Prepare for the flight together while learning about the history and mechanics of hot air balloons. ③ Enjoy a 45-minute flight. ④ After landing, we'll pack up the hot air balloon equipment and celebrate your first flight with a non-alcoholic toast! You'll receive a PUKAPUKA original flight certificate.

• For Family

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00

This authentic hot air balloon free flight experience was featured in episode 6 of TV Tokyo's Drama 25, "Solo Active Girls' Recommendation 1." Enjoy an extraordinary aerial stroll while taking in the breathtaking views from a maximum altitude of 1,000 meters (depending on weather conditions). Perfect for anniversaries with loved ones, special moments with family and friends, or a luxurious morning spent alone. On the day of your experience, you'll have access to the VIP lounge. Enjoy free drinks and a relaxing atmosphere in the lounge, where you can enjoy a wide variety of balloon merchandise and materials. Arrive early to catch your breath before the early morning meeting, and savor the extraordinary experience long afterward. Your flight will be piloted by a competitive pilot, ensuring safety and security. You'll also participate in setup and cleanup, and learn about the mechanics of a hot air balloon. English support is available. A light snack set of waffles and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided, adding a special touch to your time in the sky. Following your flight, you'll receive a "boarding certificate" and a traditional champagne flight ceremony. Take this opportunity to experience a memorable, high-quality flight. Each hot air balloon can accommodate up to five adults from October to April, and up to four adults from May to September. *If you wish to board with five people between May and September, please let us know the total weight of all passengers before making your reservation and consult with us. *March 8th, 14th, and 15th are reserve days for burning reeds at the Watarase Reservoir, so reservations are accepted by request only.

• Age 0～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00 / 15:00

This plan offers a tethered flight experience, where the balloon floats while tethered to the ground. While the altitude is kept low, you'll still experience the unique sensation of floating and the comfort of being carried away by the wind. This makes it a safe and enjoyable experience for those with pets, small children, and those with a fear of heights. We also offer accessible balloons, so wheelchair users and those using medical strollers can enjoy the experience safely and comfortably. The appeal of ballooning isn't just about the ride. You'll become part of the crew and learn everything from assembling the balloon to inflating it, as well as learning about its flight mechanics and history. This workshop-style experience creates a sense of unity with the other participants. You'll also experience valuable processes not available on free flights, such as operating the burner and even stepping inside the balloon envelope while it's inflating. Experience the unique floating sensation of a balloon as it gently rises from the ground. Even in a short space of time, you'll fully experience the sensation of floating in the sky. Since the experience can be shared with family, friends, or groups, it is also ideal for employee training, events, and learning programs. This experience combines safety, learning, and fun, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the appeal of hot air balloons. *The minimum number of participants is four. Please note that if this number is not met, the event will be canceled. Please note that the free flight experience will be conducted with one person.

• With Pets
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00

Enjoy a full-scale hot air balloon free flight, featured in episode 6 of TV Tokyo's Drama 25, "Solo Activities for Girls 1," in a private plan limited to one group per aircraft. Only you and the pilot are on board. Enjoy the breathtaking views from a maximum altitude of 1,000 meters (depending on weather conditions) in a completely private space without worrying about other participants. Perfect for celebrating an anniversary with a loved one, proposing, spending special time with family and friends, or simply enjoying a luxurious morning alone. On the day of your experience, you'll have access to the VIP lounge. Enjoy free drinks and relax before and after your experience in the lounge, stocked with balloon merchandise and materials. Arrive early to catch your breath before the early morning meeting, or savor the afterglow afterward, ensuring a comfortable flight from start to finish. Flights are piloted by competitive pilots, ensuring safety. Setup and cleanup are all handled in the relaxed, private setting of a private flight, and we'll provide a thorough explanation of the balloon's mechanics and flight principles. During the flight, a light snack set of waffles and non-alcoholic drinks will be served, enhancing your special moment in the sky. After the flight, you will be presented with a boarding certificate and a traditional champagne after-flight ceremony. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a luxurious private flight, where you'll have the sky and time all to yourself. Each hot air balloon can accommodate up to five adults from October to April, and up to four adults from May to September. If you would like to board with five people between May and September, please contact us in advance and let us know the total passenger weight before booking. The basic charter flight fee includes the cost of up to two passengers. For groups of three or more, you will need to purchase the additional passenger option separately.

• Age 0～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 05:00

♡Enjoy a luxurious moment just for two in a hot air balloon♡ Recommended for special occasions like anniversaries and proposals! We have prepared a "private" hot air balloon flight experience just for you. ◆Up to 1,000 meters in the air. Enter an extraordinary world, surrounded by the feeling of floating and exhilaration, and becoming one with nature! Hot air balloons are the only flying vehicles that fly gently, without windows or wind resistance. Watch birds soaring from above, touch thin clouds, and gaze at the clouds floating below... Enjoy magnificent views and sensations unimaginable in your everyday life, just for the two of you. ◆We'll explain the history and mechanics of hot air balloons as we experience the entire process, from assembly to launch and retrieval after landing! Hot air balloons were the first vehicles to fly! Our staff will carefully explain the little-known history and mechanics of hot air balloons! Enjoy the "size" and "power" of a hot air balloon, something you rarely get to see or touch! ◆You'll be guided by experienced and skilled pilots! Your aerial journey will be guided by experienced and skilled pilots, including former world champions. Safety is our top priority, and we'll strive to ensure a wonderful flight for you. ◆Since the morning meeting time is early, we have private accommodations available for you to stay the night before! Since the morning meeting time is early, we have private accommodations available for you to stay the night before! ​We also offer an experience where you can interact with the chickens raised on-site! After your flight, you can enjoy a meal of freshly laid eggs on rice. *This service will be suspended from December 2025 to February 2026. ◆Drone photography is also available as an option! Photos and videos taken by our ground staff are provided free of charge, but footage captured from a drone is something else! We will film you preparing the balloon and taking off. More details will be provided when you make your reservation!

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 5～Age 80
• 5～6 hours
• 03:30 / 04:00 / 04:30 / 04:45 / 05:00 / 05:30 / 06:00 / 06:15

Large balloon sightseeing flights are very popular as a tourist activity in various parts of the world, such as Cappadocia in Turkey, Melbourne in Australia, and safaris in Africa. Large hot air balloon sightseeing flights approved by the Japan Hot Air Balloon Association have begun for the first time in Japan. As a pioneer, we will start our service at the Watarase Reservoir, a Ramsar-registered wetland in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. You can see Mt. Fuji and the buildings in the city center from the center of the Kanto Plain, and a sightseeing flight while watching the sunrise from the sky is perfect for creating memories with family and friends. We will also take commemorative photos in the sky, so please use it for family memories, unforgettable proposals, and birthday surprises for friends. You will ride an 8-seater hot air balloon and fly for about 45 to 60 minutes in the sky at a maximum altitude of about 1000m. (Depending on weather conditions, the altitude may be lower and the duration may be shorter.) During the day, air warmed by the sun rises (updrafts), making it difficult to control and impossible to fly, so we fly in the early morning when the wind is calm. People of all ages, from children to the elderly, can board the flight. Please enjoy an elegant journey in the sky. - Schedule for the day - 1. Gathering and boarding precautions: 5 minutes 2. Moving to takeoff location: 10 minutes 3. Preparing the hot air balloon: 40 minutes 4. Hot air balloon flight: 45 minutes 5. Hot air balloon collection and return to the meeting point: 70 minutes