At Tabinoito, we prioritize your safety by establishing clear criteria for tour operations and flexible response measures. Here are the guidelines to ensure you can book with confidence.
1. Criteria for determining tour operations
In principle, we will hold the event if "safety can be ensured even in rain or snow". In winter in Urabandai, it is not uncommon for beautiful scenery to unfold the moment the blizzard stops. However, in the following cases, we may suggest cancellation or changes for safety reasons.
- If a "storm warning" or "heavy snow warning" has been issued for the relevant area by the Japan Meteorological Agency
- If the guide determines that the field conditions (fallen branches, sudden temperature drops, poor visibility, etc.) pose a danger
- If public transportation is suspended or major roads are closed
2. Timing and judgment for cancellation notification
The decision will be made in principle by "7 PM the day before", and we will contact you directly via LINE or phone. However, since mountain weather can change rapidly, the final decision may be made on the morning of the event. In such cases, we will also communicate promptly to ensure that we do not waste your valuable time.
3. Proposal of "Plan B" due to weather
"Since I came all the way to Urabandai, I want to create some memories"
Because it is a completely private tour, we can provide optimal "alternatives" on the spot, such as shortening the course according to the weather or switching to a relatively gentle walk in the beech forest.
