In response to the growing trend for nearby resorts, a new proposal for staying on the water and staying there: “Don’t get wet, don’t fall, it’s safe” Next-generation kayaks that are great for families with children are coming to Lake Biwa

In response to the growing trend for nearby resorts, a new proposal for staying on the water and staying “Don’t get wet, don’t fall, and feel safe” A next-generation kayak that is great for families is coming to Lake Biwa ​
Marinetopia Resort Press release: July 3, 2025 In response to the growing trend for nearby resorts, a new proposal for staying on the water “No wet, no falling, safe” A next-generation kayak that is great for families is coming to Lake Biwa Nishigaki x Amuse launches a natural resort business for families to enjoy Lakeside Terrace Biwako (Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture), an experiential resort operated by Nishigaki Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture; Representative Director: Nishigaki Shunpei), will launch the “HOBIE BASE LAKESIDE TERRACE BIWAKO” business as a new experience plan for water activities from Saturday, July 12, 2025. This initiative was made possible through collaboration with Amuse Inc. (Head office: Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture; Chairman and President: Ozato Yoichi), a company that develops comprehensive entertainment businesses. The company will introduce the new “HOBIE” series of foot-pedal kayaks that it develops domestically, further enhancing the existing activities at Lakeside Terrace Lake Biwa. With the features of “HOBIE” that are “resistant to getting wet and capsizing,” it provides a water experience that families and beginners can participate in with peace of mind. It will be developed as a plan that will make summer all-inclusive stays even more enjoyable.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21997/121/21997-121-4224bfad5f9235485ea125c0fdc894f7-960×640.jpg In 2025, domestic travel needs will increase due to the weak yen, and families with children will be particularly likely to be “oriented towards nearby resorts.” Lakeside Terrace Lake Biwa, located on the shores of the quiet and crystal clear Lake Biwa, is easily accessible from the Kansai region in just 90 minutes, and has always offered activities that allow visitors to interact with nature, such as kayaking and SUP, smoking experiences, and spice making. This project will realize a new stay plan that combines the experience of “HOBIE” foot-pedal kayaking and foot-pedal SUP with an extraordinary luxury stay. Background of the start of “HOBIE BASE LAKESIDE TERRACE BIWAKO” business
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21997/121/21997-121-fc2732e8556996eb96a3be437754bf79-622×440.jpg Our company has been developing community-based businesses such as resort development, accommodation management, restaurant management, and marina business mainly in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture and Tango region. In particular, through our track record in tourism measures such as “Tango Kingdom Food Kingdom” and around
Amanohashidate, we have strengths in developing experience-based content that utilizes tourism and local resources. We are also continuously working on community-based projects by utilizing our network with local residents and local governments. In addition, our company, which operates more than 70 accommodation facilities nationwide, is promoting resort development that evolves from “staying” to “experience.” Through planning and operating activities that allow you to experience the unique charms of the region, as well as specialized facilities for visitors to Japan and families with pets, we are working to propose a new style of tourism in which “the stay itself becomes the purpose of the trip.” Lakeside Terrace Lake Biwa is an outdoor resort with 18 rooms that opened in 2022. We offer a variety of room types, including dome-shaped tents where you can enjoy a full-fledged outdoor experience, original design tents, luxury cottages with private pools, and SPA suites with in-room hot springs and private saunas. In addition to waterside activities that take advantage of the location of Lake Biwa, we also offer a full range of camping experiences unique to glamping, which can be enjoyed by adults and children alike. The tranquil and open environment is perfect as a retreat from the city, providing a stay that will rejuvenate your mind and body. Meanwhile, Amuse, a collaborative partner, has been working to popularize new water activities using the foot-pedal kayak “HOBIE” (※) as part of its life culture business. With its unique structure that is “resistant to getting wet and capsizing,” it is promoting waterside experiences that “anyone can enjoy” regardless of physical strength or age throughout the country. The “HOBIE BASE LAKESIDE TERRACE BIWAKO” project, born from the collaboration between these two companies, is not just an activity offering, but a stay-type plan that combines accommodation and experiences to “move, feel, and rest.” It offers a luxurious summer experience that satisfies the five senses and immerses you in the extraordinary. (※) HOBIE was founded in 1950 as a surf brand in California, USA. Currently, in addition to surfboards, they also manufacture SUPs, sailing boats, pedal boats, and kayaks. We handle sailboats, pedal boats, and kayaks, all of which are equipped with the internationally patented special foot-operated propulsion device “MIRAGE DRIVE.” The hull structure has been designed to eliminate the possibility of capsizing, and the boat is propelled by sitting on a seat on the hull and moving your feet back and forth, making it easy for even beginners to operate and stable. In addition, the seat is designed to be high, so you can use it without getting wet. HOBIE JAPAN official site: https://hobiejapan.com/ Hobie experience event for media to be held on Friday, July 11 A media event will be held on Friday, July 11, the day before the launch of HOBIE BASE LAKESIDE TERRACE BIWAKO. On the day, we will also be offering a test drive of the HOBIE, so please come along. [Media event summary] *Subject to change depending on the weather Date and time: Friday, July 11, 2025, 13:30-15:00 (scheduled) Venue: Lakeside Terrace Lake Biwa Contents: Facility overview, explanation of this project Outline of HOBIE BASE Test rides and other activities are planned
(approximately 30 minutes on board) Target audience: media personnel, government and tourism personnel, local organizations, etc.
Participation fee: Free
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21997/121/21997-121-6f67d27dbc523a75b42ba43b993d410e-3900×3120.jpg ▼If you would like to participate, please apply in advance using the form below. https://forms.gle/AzTYi5ErFg7GZoou9 *If you have any questions, please contact Lakeside Terrace Lake Biwa (050-3198-5847).
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/21997/121/21997-121-5276703c883c41063a97c6bba7d6782f-1920×1200.jpg About the accommodation plan with “HOBIE” experience Start of provision: Saturday, July 12, 2020 Place: Lakeside Terrace Biwako Management entity: Nishigaki Co., Ltd. Operation cooperation: Amuse Inc. (HOBIE JAPAN) ▼Accommodation reservations
https://reserve.489ban.net/client/ikoi-shigatakashima/0/plan Future Developments This initiative is part of a new model for creating a waterfront culture that aims to “coexist with nature and revitalize the region” by connecting people with the natural environment and bringing new value and interaction to the region. In accordance with the Ministry of the Environment’s philosophy of a “society that coexists with nature,” we will develop this as a good example of how to create sustainable communities and experience nature. Nishigaki Co., Ltd. will continue to work with various companies and regions to propose a new style of tourism in which “the stay itself becomes the purpose of the trip.” Company Overview Nishigaki Co., Ltd. Address: 88 Kuchiono, Omiya-cho, Kyotango-shi, Kyoto-fu Representative:
Representative Director Nishigaki Shunpei Business: Resort
development, accommodation management, restaurant management, marina business Official website: https://www.nishigaki-group.com/ Amuse Co., Ltd. Location: 997 Nishiko, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture Representative: Chairman and CEO: Ozato Yoichi Business description: A comprehensive entertainment company that manages artists such as Southern All Stars and Fukuyama Masaharu, as well as producing and selling films and other video works, and producing original stage productions. In recent years, the company has expanded the scope of its business to include IP development and life culture, and through synergy within the Amuse Group, is working to strengthen its corporate foundation as a comprehensive entertainment group that creates culture. Amuse Official Site:
https://www.amuse.co.jp/ 【Inquiries regarding this matter】 Nishigaki Co., Ltd. Public Relations Officer: Ishikawa TEL: 070-1008-3668 Email: press@marinetopia.jp More information about this release *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.