Mountain sports (mountain activities) in Japan Page 27

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

It is a relaxing plan to spend a day relaxingly on Yakusugi Land, which is said to be a large tree forest with an area of 270.33 ha, located on the tributary of the Abogawa River and upstream of the Arakawa River. Recommended for people who want to enjoy at a leisurely pace.

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

This course is, you leisurely walk Shiratani Unsuikyo of area 423.73 hectares located in the upstream of the Shiratani River tributary of Miyanourakawa. Shiratani is Unsuikyo recommended plan toward want to enjoy slowly.

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Ideal for beginners and those who want to enjoy the full time on their way home from Yakushima We will guide you half-day plan through the forest of giant trees that have been cut down during the Edo period. * Departs only with your group. Since it is a single group event, the time can be changed slightly.

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

I will guide you through Shiratani Unsuikyo. It is recommended for those who have little experience in mountain climbing and are worried about entering the mountain, and who want to enter the mountain only in the morning and afternoon half-day instead of one day. Although it is only a short time of half-day(3 hours), the staff will carefully introduce the course and introduce it. * This course will be held by your group only. Some time changes are possible for a single group event.

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

On the way of the day, while tasting the forest known as the Persimmon Forest, walk along the Yodogawa footpath, which was once made to carry Yakusugi, bathed in the sound of the flowing swamp next to it, go to the back, and see Aim for the forest.

• Age 10～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

The largest of Yakusugi journey of the plan that aims to "Jomon cedar" native to Yakushima. While round-trip 10 or more hours of trekking, when in front of the real thing of the Jomon cedar, also disappeared tired of the grand and mystical power, nothing but excitement. Located at an altitude of 1300m, tree height 25.3m, breast height around 16.4m. Let's experience the nature of the mystery of the old 7200 year! ※ This plan is attended with other guests, making it a plan where I am aiming to Jomon cedar.

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

You can enjoy the scenery that nature was constructed. Sheer cliffs, of columnar joints rock, cape flowed out lava, Izu floating in the waves Shichito, you can enjoy the community and the nature of the plant.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

About 4,000 Year In the previous eruption of Mt. Omuro, lava flowed to the sea and rough waves were cut for a long time and it was Jogasaki coast. The steep terrain that seems to appear on the stage of the suspense theater, Explanations I walk to visit the mysterious scenery that I can not afford.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 8～Age 70
• 1～2 hours

Rental sauna 60 minutes Why not warm up and relax in a sauna in the great outdoors? ♪ Feel the open-air cold bath in the ocean ♪ You'll get addicted ☆

• Age 9～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Moss Corridor Hiking near Lake Shikotsu in Shikotsu-Toya National Park Free pick-up available from Sapporo, Lake Shikotsu Onsen, Chitose and Tomakomai areas 90 minutes from Sapporo, 45 minutes from Chitose Airport, why not spend a relaxing time in a beautiful and open nature with a small group of people? If you request, we can also provide a delicious Lake Shikotsu lunch. The meal after a moderate hike is something special! We will also introduce you to the sights and delicious restaurants near Sapporo. *The moss corridor we visit is different from the "Moss Cave" which is currently closed.

• Girls Trip
• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours /4～5 hours /5～6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00

[Day camping at Miura Beach with empty hands, BBQ plan for up to 7 hours a day] Fixed price for up to 2 people per group! This is the basic price. After that, it is +5500 yen for each additional person. Up to 8 people are possible! The setup will be completed by the time you arrive, so you can start and finish at any time between 9:00 and 16:00 (you will need to come to our store to check in and check out. The price will not change even if you shorten the time). If you make a reservation for a total of 5 people or more, the size of the tarp, table, etc. will be larger. Reservation example) If you would like to use it with 4 people, please enter it as follows. 1 group of 2 people...1 ← Please make sure to make a reservation with "1" here. 1 additional person...2Note) Use of the sauna is limited to those aged 12 and over.<Plan flow>Check in at The POP-UP, a camping equipment rental store attached to a cafe ⇒ After confirming the contents of the rental items and ingredients together, the plan time begins ⇒ Our staff will guide you to the setup site at Miura Beach while carrying your luggage in an electric cart ⇒ Leave the setup to the staff at the campsite ⇒ Enjoy yourself until the end of your time ⇒ Please be prepared to start packing up 30 minutes before the end time ⇒ Once the staff arrives, packing up, and trash check are completed, load your luggage on the electric cart and return to the store ⇒ Complete the check-out procedure and then you are finished <Rental items>Tarp (Montbell Multi Shade) 2 chairs (Montbell Camping Chair) Table (Montbell Multi Folding Table) 25L soft cooler box (Montbell) Ice packs BBQ stove set, fire starter set, used charcoal holder Mug, plate, cutlery (Montbell) Large vinyl sheet Kettle Thermal bottle with ice (Thermos) Cooking utensils <Ingredients and others> BBQ set : Bacon burger made with bread, patties, and bacon made in-store and grilled over charcoal, local fish from Miura (prepared), homemade bacon steak, beef yakiniku, Miura vegetables (prepared), grill net, 2L charcoal water, seasonings, garbage bag <Free admission to shower room> <Parking lot available> Guests using this plan can park for 1,000 yen per car per day (reservation required). [Paid options] ◆ Reclining chair ￥1,000 ◆ Tent mat ￥550 (convenient when the sand is thick) ◆ Draft beer server 10L barrel ￥10,000 (delivery, installation, ice, cups included) ◆ Makita waterproof and dustproof speaker MR203 ￥1,500/each (2 units can be used at the same time for stereo playback) ◆ Karaoke microphone (microphone with speaker that can be added to echo) The above prices include tax. Please pay on-site on the day of use.

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Cycling tour which runs on the meadow with MTB (mountain bike). The course, dirt road of Rinkan, Tour of waterfalls, ran a large superb view of the prairie of Asama views, Guests drew the famous water of Kitakaruizawa, edible wild plants up on the season, enjoy, such as tree nuts hunting It is a cycling tour for beginners. At the end of the course, tea time at the best places. As the guide guides you carefully with a small number of people, anyone can feel free to enjoy MTB cycling.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 14:00

Iriomote Island was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2021! Visit the two major tourist attractions on Iriomote Island! ! We will head to the Pinaisara Falls, which boasts the largest drop in the prefecture, located in a very precious area that has been designated as a specific tourist resource even within the World Heritage site of Iriomote Island and will require permission to enter from March 2025. While observing nature, we will row through the mangrove river and trek through the subtropical jungle. In the summer, you can swim in the waterfall basin, which is refreshing and refreshing. The power of the largest waterfall in the prefecture will remain in your heart for a lifetime. It is also OK to go on a day trip from Ishigaki Island. We will aim for the Pinaisara Falls basin, which boasts the largest drop in Okinawa, by river kayaking or trekking (on foot). It is perfect for families with children or those who want to make a half-day plan. We will river kayak the Hinai River in the mangrove forest and trek through the forest where the Sakishimasu Heronoki tree stands. It feels good to swim lightly in the waterfall basin.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 17:30 / 19:30

This is a bonfire experience at the foot of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Heritage Site. You can participate empty-handed. A camping instructor will support you from starting the fire, so even beginners can feel at ease. It is possible all year round. In winter, you can experience camping in the snow. If you wish, you can also experience batoning and feather stick making. The experience time is about 2 hours. A hot drink (choose from coffee/cocoa/kuromoji tea) and roasted marshmallows are included. ★ Recommended for ★ ・Want to experience it casually without bringing anything ・Interested in bonfires but find it difficult to do it yourself ・Want to relieve everyday stress ・Want to try batoning ・Staying at a nearby accommodation but have nothing to do at night! ・Also good for children's "fire education".

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

●Leisurely barbecue in the semi-open-air seats where Beppu Onsen mist drifts! ●Charcoal-grilled meat is exquisite! Please enjoy your favorite ingredients to your heart's content♪ Experience "BBQ" in the hot spring area of Beppu♪ We will start a fire here according to your arrival time. BBQ ♪ You can take a walk along the river as a reward for yourself or your loved ones, or use the attached footbath cafe.

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 5～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:45

* Lunch, which has been well received by word of mouth, will be discontinued from January 10, 2023. Lunch fee and boat fee from Ishigaki Island are not included. [Customers coming from Ishigaki Island] Please make sure to make a reservation for the boat. The timetable of the ship changes according to the season. Please be sure to check our blog on our website.Regarding the boat, we usually take the [Anei Kanko Ferry Company] departure from Ishigaki Island Remote Island Terminal at 7:00 [bound for Uehara Port], but due to the influence of the seasonal wind. Uehara Port may be canceled. In that case, board the ferry bound for Ohara Port from Ishigaki Island [7:00] and come to Uehara Port by free shuttle bus from Ohara Port. *The cancellation decision will not be made until the day of the flight. [Customers staying at Iriomote Island] We will pick you up at the hotel around 7:30 to 8:15.We will pick you up only in the western area and Uehara Port. Available *Pick-up available at Hoshino Resort within 5 km from Uehara Port *Shuttle service not available around Latida Hotel, Island Hotel, Painumaya Hotel Please gather at Uehara Port by rental car [*From 2 people] ◇◇◇ ◆Recommended points of the tour◆◇◆◇◆◇◆※This is only the basin of the waterfall. I won't go to Takinoue. In the morning, I will leisurely paddle a canoe for about 40 minutes on a calm river with mangroves. After rowing the canoe, we will go into the jungle and go to the waterfall basin where we can swim. From the afternoon, we will guide you to Yubu Island's water buffalo cart sightseeing that makes your eyes clear ♪ □ [Experience schedule] 7:40 minutes Pick up at the inn or port 8:00 Canoe after preparing with reception and free rental equipment Let's practice how to row. We will give a detailed lecture, so even beginners can rest assured 08:30 Canoe tour start, about 30-40 minutes leisurely paddling 09:30 Get off the canoe and jungle trekking 10:00-30 Arrive at Takitsubo Swimming and 10 15:15-11:30 Trekking and canoeing on the way you came to the crossroads 11:30-12;15 After taking a shower and changing clothes at our shop, go sightseeing on Yubu Island 13:30-14:00 Head to Yubu Island The arrival guide is waiting, so please enjoy yourself. late lunch. Please enjoy each customer (charged) on Yubu Island. From 15:00 to 15:30 We will pick you up at each inn Uehara Port on the way back to Yubu Island. * The end time may change depending on the pace. *This is a reference schedule only. End time is subject to change. Please make your schedule after the tour with plenty of time.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 18～Age 65
• 4～5 hours

For those interested in agriculture! Experience a taste of rural life with lunch and souvenirs included. Why not get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy nature to your heart's content? Mushio no Kamado presents a simulated rural life experience in Yokoshibahikari Town, Chiba Prefecture, which will invite you into an extraordinary world. The dynamic excitement of tilling the earth! What was once a fertile rice field is now waiting for you to breathe new life into it. The experience of cultivating barren land into farmland is truly dynamic! Use all five senses to feel the smell of the earth, the warmth of the sun, and the joy of creating something with your own hands. An unparalleled sense of accomplishment that you cannot experience in the city awaits you. Come and create unforgettable memories of rural life in Yokoshibahikari Town! Here you will find a spiritually enriching experience that you cannot get in the city! #Agricultural experience #Harvesting experience

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 79
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00

Recommended for use on the day of arrival in Okinawa or for a half-day trip. ◇About 10 minutes by car! Departs and arrives from the port near the airport and Kokusai Street◇Large cruiser equipped with separate flush toilets for men and women and a dry room◇Various options such as BBQ and marine sports are available. You can rent a cruiser and enjoy BBQ and marine sports on the beautiful sea of the uninhabited island area that can only be reached by boat♪One boat can be rented for 1 to 45 people, so it is ideal for large groups such as company trips and family trips. The port can be reached in about 10 minutes by taxi from the airport, so if you have a morning flight, you can plan to rent it out as soon as you arrive. In addition to BBQ, we also have various options available, so please take a look☆Island Message's veteran captain and crew, who have been captains for over 20 years, will guide you kindly and carefully! If you are worried about making a reservation suddenly, please feel free to contact us as we are OK with just questions. [Price] ① Cruiser charter Half-day course 4 hours (1-30 people) ... 175,000 yen ~ (195,000 yen in summer) * 31 people or more + 3,000 yen per person [Required option] ② BBQ on board ... @ 3,500 yen / 1 person x number of people * Please prepare your own drinks * You cannot bring in additional BBQ ingredients (grilled meat, seafood, etc.). [Additional options] ・ Snorkel set @ 2,000 yen / 1 set ・ Jet ski & unlimited rides @ 82,000 yen / 1 day ・ Fishing set @ 5,000 yen / 1 set ・ Diving (10-59 years old) @ 6,000 yen / 1 person ・ SUP @ 5,000 yen / 1 unit ・ Parasailing @ 9,000 yen / 1 person ① + ② fees are required. Additional options are optional. [Model Schedule] 11:45 Meet at Miegusuku Port 12:00 Depart 12:30 Arrive at Chibishi Islands (the shortest point with a beautiful sea) *It takes about 15 minutes to moor the boat 12:45 Start playing in the sea! Staff starts preparing for BBQ 13:00 Meal / BBQ on board 14:00 You can continue to enjoy time on the boat, such as snorkeling and fishing 15:00 Depart for the port as soon as you are changed and ready 16:00 Return to port ① Please select the date and time from the calendar ② Please fill in the questions at the time of reservation We will send you an email with information on whether we can accept you, so please be sure to check. If you do not receive an email from us, your reservation has not been confirmed, so please call us to confirm.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

This is the first program for enjoying the mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture, based at Ichikawa Park MTB Field in Ichikawamisato Town. This is a premium mountain bike guided tour for beginners, families, and children to learn the basics of mountain biking from scratch and learn how to ride mountain bikes safely and enjoyably on mountain trails.

• For Groups
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:45

Join us for a day of spiritual renewal in the stunning mountain of Northern Hiroshima. Guided by a monk, you'll deepen your understanding of Buddhist principles of living in harmony with nature while embarking on a journey of self-discovery.

• In Door Activity

• Age 10～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A one-day cycling tour to enjoy mainly the Harie area of Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. In the morning, after arriving at Shin-Asahi Station, leave your luggage and rent a bicycle, then cycle along Takashima's rural roads. For lunch, enjoy a BBQ using local ingredients. In the afternoon, visit Harie, the "hometown of fresh water," to see the traditional lifestyle that uses spring water, and enjoy local sake at Kawashima Sake Brewery. On this tour that combines nature and culture, experience the rich nature and charm of the region to the fullest. -Experience Outline- 9:10 Meet We will be waiting for you in front of the JR Shin-Asahi Station ticket gate. 10:00 Departure Depart Kabata House by bicycle 10:30 Fishing experience Fishing experience at Takashima Spring 11:30 Lunch 14:00 Observation Harie - Observation tour of Kabata, the home of fresh water, and Kawashima Sake Brewery

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

This is a time-free plan for groups and educational trips. The tour will be conducted according to your time schedule. Rafting tour course distance: 5.5 km Experience time: 1.5 hours Time required from meeting to disbanding: 240 to 270 minutes (Requests) Depending on the school, we will respond to requests such as splashing water, falling into the water, and no swimming (Service) Photos and video data (approximately 200 to 500 photos) will be provided (Safety) A support car will run alongside the boat from the start to the finish

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 11:00 / 11:30 / 12:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00

Enjoy Kawagoe's specialty sweet potatoes, bread soaked in milk, and "Koedo Kurobuta pork" from Ohno Farm, which has been raised with great care and effort! Enjoy a barbecue under the blue sky! Fresh vegetables grown on our own farm and souvenirs are also included.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day

The Machiishimichi pilgrimage route to Mount Koya is registered as a World Heritage Site along with the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route in Spain. A total of 180 signposts are placed every cho (approximately 109 meters) from Jison-in Temple to the Great Pagoda of Mount Koya. Take on the challenge of trekking along the approximately 20km-long Machiishimichi route with a guide over the course of a day! Why not walk along an ancient pilgrimage route with fantastical scenery? ~Tour itinerary (example)~ ■Reception■Machiishimichi Walk (guided by guide) Course 1) World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple - World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate (7-8 hours) Course 2) World Heritage Site Mount Koya's Daimon Gate - World Heritage Site Jison-in Temple (7-8 hours) *Please select your desired course when making your reservation. ■End of experience

• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Enishi Horse Park offers special courses where you can experience the tradition and culture of equestrianism. This course is designed to help you feel a deep connection with your horse. ⚫︎Safe instruction for beginners: This is a walking experience so that beginners and inexperienced people can participate with peace of mind. Experienced staff will support you while leading your horse. Participants can safely enjoy a sense of unity with the horses. ⚫︎Basic bow and arrow practice: Before riding a horse, learn how to use a bow and arrow. Develop concentration and balance while learning the techniques and spirit of traditional archery. ⚫︎Horseback riding practice: Practice basic horse riding techniques in a safe environment. This will deepen your collaboration with your horse and increase your confidence. ⚫︎ Yabusame experience: Finally, we will have a practical experience of Yabusame. This traditional technique of hitting a target while riding a horse provides thrills and a sense of accomplishment. ⚫︎ Yabusame costume experience: Participants will have the opportunity to wear traditional Yabusame costumes. You can enjoy a more authentic Yabusame experience while wearing this costume. Get deeper into the history and culture of equestrianism by wearing this traditional costume.

• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 99
• Over 6 hours on the day /1 Day or more

Located in a location that is easily accessible from Tokyo, this is a highly natural and private camping facility that is mainly used for commercial purposes (for filming TV, commercials, etc.). There is a hot spring within a 5 minute walk. We also have a wide range of camping gear rentals, including a tent sauna. Staff can assist with setup. Business Wi-Fi installation. Remote work, live streaming, etc. possible. It can be used not only for camping but also as an event venue. [Free options can be added] - BBQ grill (Coleman / Vintage model with lid) - Fire stand - LED lighting - Tarp (3m x 3m x 2) - Outdoor furniture (for 12 people) [Example of paid options] Various tent sauna tents (shelter) (model, bell tent, event tent) additional outdoor furniture, tarp, cooking utensils, firewood, charcoal, fire starter

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00

A plan to enjoy hiking and lunch in the only remaining precious meadow (grassland) on the inside of the northern outer ring of Daikanbo East. With the Five Aso Mountains in the distance, you can hike along the firebreak that separates the grassland from the broad-leaved forest, and experience building a fire using pampas grass from the grassland. Enjoy a boxed lunch made with local ingredients while sitting around a fire you made yourself. Please relax and enjoy Aso from the time you check out of your hotel until noon.

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

It is an outdoor experience plan that you can enjoy a wide range of things from casually empty-handed to full-fledged things! A secret forest about 1 hour and 30 minutes from the center of Hokkaido. We have a private campsite. Pick-up service is also available to the nearest station (additional charge for pick-up service). Interact with horses and sheep and go horseback riding. You can also take stylish pictures surrounded by outdoor gear. Meals are served with local specialties and wild game unique to Hokkaido cooked over a wood fire. At night, you can relax with a drink while enjoying the starry sky and bonfire. During your stay, the group will have a nature butler (butler in nature), so you can immediately consult with them if you have any problems. Of course, we will set up all the time-consuming tent setup, chairs, and tables here. Cook at your preferred time. After playing in the forest, you can experience the natural circulation type nature sauna that you can only experience here, where you can feel the forest with your whole body. After that, you can eat the finest rice and go to bed, or you can relax and take a rest because there is a natural hot spring facility in front of you. Only here in Hokkaido, the only professional camper and nature butler in Japan. Please enjoy the "living experience" as it is.

• Pickup Service
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 12:00

Yumekoan is a nostalgic and peaceful hut in a rural area overlooking the Hira mountain range, one of the "Eight Views of Omi" to the west of Lake Biwa. The entire inn is reserved for you, so you can relax and unwind. There is also a soothing Japanese garden. In spring, you can pick wild vegetables, stroll along the cherry blossom-lined streets, and pick strawberries. In summer, you can swim in the lake, enjoy water sports, and fish. In autumn, you can hike in the artistic world of autumn leaves. In winter, you can ski and snowboard in a world of silver. There is a hot spring facility nearby that will warm you to the core. In addition, Biwako Valley (Terrace) is a 15-minute drive away. On a nice day, you can enjoy a 360° panorama of the four seasons. Please use Yumekoan as your base to enjoy the natural blessings of the lake country. ◎ BBQ plan where you can bring your own drinks! ◎ The entire inn is reserved for you for 150 minutes, so you can relax and unwind! ◎The basic plan is from 12:00 to 14:30, but you can extend the time for 2,000 yen per hour per group! ◎As it is a covered terrace, you can experience it even on rainy days.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

An experience activity where you can encounter a different view of the world than ever before! Tree climbing is an experience where you can climb a tree using a special rope, saddle (safety belt), and safety protective gear, and experience a sense of unity with trees, forests, and nature. activity. You can make new discoveries by looking at the forest from a different perspective, "from the top of the tree", and by experiencing the nature of the top of the tree using your five senses. Spend time climbing the same tree with family and friends, camping in a tree using a tree boat (a type of hammock), birdwatching and observing nature, and the possibilities are endless. From children to adults, and even challengers (we call people with disabilities who work hard every day as challengers), in the process of looking up at a tree and setting their own goals and climbing it with their own strength, courage and confidence grow. As you come, you will get a feeling of satisfaction that you have never tasted before. Hands-on activities are an endless challenge to yourself and are never meant to compete with others, so the key is to enjoy them at your own pace. Come on, let's climb a tree together! You're not the only one playing a role in tree climbing, making friends with trees and developing a sense of respect for nature. Trees, forests, all natural environments play a leading role. I enter the forest with the feeling of "Please play with me today" to the tree that will experience tree climbing. When you climb a tree and become friends with it, and when you come down from the top of the tree, you will develop a "heart" that values ​​nature. History of tree climbing Today, in America, the birthplace of tree climbing, tree climbing is a technique developed by American arborists to manage trees and preserve genetic resources. Arborists have a global organization called ISA (International Society of Arboriculture). Originally, tree climbing was a technique reserved for some arborists, but in 1983, Peter Jenkins established Tree Climbers International (TCI) in Atlanta, Georgia so that the general public could enjoy it as a recreational activity. An organization was established and spread. Starting with the United States, TCI has expanded its network to Canada, Germany, Denmark, Finland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan, and Japan.