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Norimasa Ida

Area	：	Shiga Prefecture > otsu city > Otsu
Personality	：	Humor, Honesty, Attentive, Full of curiosity, Adaptable, Friendly/Kindly
Language	：	Japanese, English
Category	：	Rafting River rafting Other Activities Skin diving Water tubing

Guide profile

This is Norimasa Ida, the representative of Friendship Adventures, which provides Seta rafting, water tubing, and river bagging in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. If you want to play in the river and raft in Kansai, please join us for a 70-minute drive from Osaka on our hands-on tour! We are looking forward to seeing you all.

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Company/Service name	friendship adventures
What is provide	Friendship Adventures in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. We offer Seta rafting, water tubing and river bagging in the following. ◎ What is Seta River rafting? The Seta River, the only rafting spot in Shiga Prefecture, is the only river that flows from Lake Biwa and is rich in water. Rafting in Shiga Prefecture is very popular among families as it allows everyone from children to adults to enjoy whitewater rafting. In the first half of the tour, we will practice how to row and how to get on the boat, mainly playing! There is also a lot of fun on the boat! A thrilling torrent awaits you in the second half!　It's easily accessible from Kansai, and you can reach it in about 70 minutes from Osaka city! You can easily enjoy the outdoors on a day trip. ◎ What is water tubing? The Seta River in Shiga Prefecture, where water tubing is held, is the only river that flows from Lake Biwa and is rich in water. In the first half of the tour, practice how to proceed, change direction, etc., and try a game of tubing. ! Water tubing is very close to the surface of the water, so you can experience the powerful waves♪ Access from the suburbs of Kansai is also very convenient, so it is also recommended for those who think that it is an easy day trip! ◎ What is river bagging? A style of river bagging is to wear hand paddles on your hands and fins on your feet. A new type of river bagging that allows you to move freely on the surface of the water like a water strider. Move more easily than you can imagine and break through torrents! Connect in groups and flow, play water games with everyone... there are plenty of ways to play! If you get a little tired, stretch your legs wide and take a light nap on the surface of the water to enjoy nature to your heart's content.
Access	① If you come by car, it will take about 20 minutes each from Meishin "Seta Higashi IC" and "Otsu IC", and 10 minutes each from Keiji Bypass "Nango IC" and "Kasatori IC". The car navigation map code is "14830432500". ② If coming by train or bus, take the Keihan Bus bound for Oishi Elementary School from Ishiyama Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line and get off at Frogiwa bus stop, and the meeting place is on the left. Traffic congestion is expected on each expressway and general road during Golden Week and Obon holidays, so please leave early. If you are late for more than 15 minutes from the meeting time, it will interfere with the tour schedule. required).
Location	1215-5 Ishiyama Nangocho, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture Friendship Adventures
Business Hours	It will be held by reservation, please check each experience tour for details.

FAQ

Rafting FAQ "Is it okay for beginners?"

Of course, there is no problem even if you are a beginner. Most of our customers are beginners. A professional guide will explain in an easy-to-understand manner with one person on board one boat.

Rafting Frequently Asked Questions "I don't have confidence in my physical strength and athletic ability."

There is almost no problem. You will be wearing a life jacket, so swimming ability is not an issue. Also, I don't always paddle, and I mainly paddle down the rapids.

Rafting FAQ "Is it okay for women to participate?"

Yes, it is okay. Even in the case of a women-only boat, the guide will follow you closely, and there are many women-only participants.

Rafting FAQ "Is it possible for one person to participate?"

We are sorry, but we accept reservations from a minimum of 3 people.

Rafting FAQ "How old can I participate?"

At Setagawa, 3rd grade elementary school students and above, 9 years old and up. Since rafting involves a certain degree of danger, it is a condition of participation that you can follow the instructions of the guide in an emergency.

Rafting FAQ "How many people can be on the boat?"

8 passengers, 7 customers and 1 guide, are basic. Customers who want to ride only in the same group The capacity of one boat is 7 people, so if you apply for a multiple of 7 people, it will be automatically chartered. Otherwise, depending on how busy that

Rafting FAQ "Will I fall off the rafting boat?"

If you go to a torrent with a strong current, you may sometimes fall. We will explain what to do if you fall into the water during the "safety" explanation before the tour. Also, at our company, we ask you to lightly enter the river in a calm place (to re

Rafting FAQ "Isn't rafting dangerous?"

Rafting is a sport against nature and, like all outdoor sports, involves some degree of risk. Customers are required to wear life jackets, helmets, and wet suits as safety equipment, and safety explanations will be given in advance.

Rafting FAQ "Is it canceled on bad weather days?"

Basically, it will be held rain or shine (because you will get wet anyway), but if it is dangerous due to a sudden increase in the amount of water due to a typhoon, etc., it will be canceled. In case of cancellation, we will contact you on the mobile pho

Water Tubing Frequently Asked Questions "How do you navigate when there is no current?"

Unlike rafting, there are no paddles in water tubing, so you have to paddle the water with your hands. In addition, you will wear kappa gloves (hand paddles) like fins on your hands, so you can easily proceed smoothly.

Frequently asked questions about water tubing "It looks like it will startle you soon, is it okay?"

Water tubing actually has a sense of stability. However, although the size of the waves changes depending on the amount of water, it is possible to hit the waves directly, so there are times when you get caught off guard. One of the charms of water tubing

Water Tubing Frequently Asked Questions "Don't you hit rocks?"

We will practice how to avoid rocks and other obstacles with the guide, and the guide will lead the route without obstacles such as rocks.

Water Tubing Frequently Asked Questions "Does the tube break while going downhill?"

We started water tubing in 2004, but we have never had a crack in the past. In addition, tubes damaged by consumption are replaced with new ones for safety.

Frequently asked questions about water tubing "How old do you have to be to participate?"

Water tubing is for junior high school first graders and above and ages 13 and up. Compared to rafting, you will receive waves directly, so it is a condition of participation that you can follow the guide's instructions in an emergency.

Water tubing FAQ "How many people can participate in one tour?"

The maximum number of people depends on the amount of water, but basically it is up to about 20 people per trip. However, when the amount of water is high, it may be less due to rescue considerations.　

Frequently asked questions about water tubing "Is the rescue system perfect when only one person is swept away?"

In order to prevent dangerous situations, we increase the number of guides according to the number of participants. Also, depending on the amount of water, a rafting guide who is doing a tour at the same time will follow you.

Frequently asked questions about water tubing "Will it be canceled if the weather is bad?"

Basically, it will be held rain or shine (because you will get wet anyway), but if it is dangerous due to a sudden increase in the amount of water due to a typhoon, etc., it will be canceled. In case of cancellation, we will contact you on the mobile pho

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