Summer event "BEGINNING ”was held on 8 / 19-20.This event isThis was the 5th time this year, with the desire to gather snowboarders, skaters, surfers and other horizontal freaks in the mountains in the summer to create new connections and opportunities for communication.
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Two days filled with the real thrill of Natsuyama with various contents
A completely new gathering in the summer mountains with snowboarding friends who usually only met in the snowy mountainsThis is a communication eventBEGINNING.The summer ski resort surrounded by greenery has a completely different atmosphere from winter, and it's kind of refreshing to resume with friends who I usually met only in winter.With new encounters and connections here, the fun of winter will increase again.It is this event that can create such an opportunity.
The big feature is that up to elementary school students can participate for free and can be enjoyed by the family.Many families will participate this year as well, and children will be able to enjoy the vast nature of the summer ski resort.でI was playing with activities such as fat bikes, trampolines, and airsoft.Also, when delicious fruits are served from Futaba Fruits, everyone smiles and eats the fruits and is very satisfied.In addition, enjoy skimboarding, campfires, fireworks, and the real pleasure of summer.Despite the worried weather, everyone who participated enjoyed various contents such as live concerts and workshops of unique musicians while enjoying camping and BBQ.
Another feature of this event is that a school by professional skaters is held at the skate park in the three-dimensional parking lot in Kawaba.Many kids of all levels learned the fun and challenges of Yokonori here, and this year the first kids contest was held and it was exciting.
Go to the mountains in summer.
It is natural for us snowboarders to go to the snowy mountains in winter over and over again and play on the slopes covered with silvery snow.On the contrary, what about the opportunity to go to the summer mountains (ski resorts)?Some people may say that it is less than in winter, or that they rarely go there.However, in recent years, various activities have been prepared at ski resorts in the summer, and the number of places where families can enjoy summer mountains such as camping, mountain biking, trekking, and music festivals is increasing.I would love to participate in this event again next year, meet many people, and make new connections.If you haven't participated yet, let's enjoy Natsuyama together next year.
Event organizer (Mr. Hirozumi Nakazawa), this timeShort interview about BEGINNING
-How was BEGINNING this year?
I was spending time suffering from the end and the weather.Never before has the weather changed so rapidly in a day.However, even in the past, it always rained every day, so I think that the people who participated in the event are getting used to it.There are really many repeaters in the beginning, and I feel that every time we go on, everyone is getting better and better at using the venue of this Kawaba ski resort and understanding how to enjoy it regardless of the weather.I think we were able to hold this event safely with the help of everyone's smiles and cooperation.
-How many participants were there?
There are about 550 people this year.It was good that there were still many children and it was lively.
-What was the most impressive thing this year?
After all, the fireworks were wrapped in fog.When I was counting down, the clouds suddenly came from below, and the fireworks that were launched were just the sound of the rain. ..It has already been handed down as a legend.I put the timing around that on the list that I must revenge next year.
-What are the newly introduced parts (contents, etc.) this time?And how do you think it affected the whole event?
This time, we held the GREEN FUL skateboard mini lamp contest for the first time.I've been holding a skateboard school since I started this beginning, and the number of school participants is increasing and there are many repeaters, so sometimes I wanted to stick to the results and challenge the kids.As a result, I was really happy that many kids entered and showed off their best skiing in front of their parents.Every time the technique was decided, cheers and applause were born, and it was kind of like a recital, and it was a very nice atmosphere.I would love to hold a lamp contest next year as well!
-Do you already have a goal such as "Let's do this!" At BEGINNING next year?
I agree.I already have some ideas that I would like to do something like this.My future goal is to make everyone even more enjoyable in the sixth year of next year, together with colleagues who are cooperating with that idea!
-Do you have any thoughts from BEGINNING that you would like to convey to those who participated in this event and those who read this article?
Beginning isAs a community festival for families who like Yokonori, hosted by GREEN FUL, we were able to successfully hold the 5th time this year.At first, we started with a party with many participants who have strong relatives and connections, but now the circle is gradually expanding and more and more people are participating.I would like to make the event even more enjoyable for both the family who participated for the first time and everyone who has participated for a long time.
In addition, BEGINNING's desire to liven up the side-riding industry, Kawaba Ski Resort, Marasaki Sports, WJM, and Futaba Fruits are providing special support for this event, so we will continue to enjoy it through various original contents. I want to continue to grow as a camp event where you can feel the growth and potential of the children who are starting!
Finally, I would like to thank all the 4S people who have always supported the beginning and everyone involved!Thank you.
Also, this year's photos have many more wonderful photos besides the ones posted here.Coming soonBEGINNING official siteWe are planning to upload it at, so please look forward to it!
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BEGINNING Organizer:Hirozumi Nakazawa
Born November 1974, 11, 18 years old.While currently working for a manufacturer that develops brands such as WILLOW and CASSETTE, he also runs a business (GREENFUL) that rents dome tents and skateboard lamps.In the past, he has been active in a team called LINE, which originated in Shonan, with a crossover of sound and sound.
