[May 18th - July 6th, 2026] Held again this year! Why not join us in protecting Norikura's nature?

＼You're very welcome!「Activities to protect the native plants of Norikura Plateau: Guided walks are also held on Sundays!

Norikura Plateau is said to be a treasure trove of native plants.
With the desire to preserve Norikura's natural environment for future generations, local residents are taking the lead in activities to protect the vegetation in the Norikura Plateau, located at the southernmost tip of the Northern Alps and within the Chubu Sangaku National Park.

We are looking for people to join us again this year!
To participate, simply gather at the designated meeting place at the scheduled time on the day of the event!

Why not learn about the nature of Norikura Plateau and join us in activities to protect the ecosystem?

We look forward to seeing many of you there!

*There are two available slots.

◎Held on Sundays: Every Sunday from June 7th to July 12th

Date
June 7th, June 14th, June 21st, June 28th, July 5th, July 12th

●Time
10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00
You can join anytime within this time frame! Please write your name at the reception before the start.
For those who participate in the morning session, we have a guided walk planned for the afternoon.

● Meeting/Registration/Dismissal Point
In front of Norikura Nature Conservation Center

●Contents
Invasive species removal measures around the tourist center and on the ski slopes
(Such as spring-blooming wild mustard, hairy ragwort, and oxeye daisy)

● What to bring
Work attire such as a hat, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, boots, and gloves.
Weeding tools and trowels (available for rent)
Drinks and lunch *You can also use the facilities within the plateau for lunch.

●Other
Please stay hydrated and take sufficient precautions against heatstroke.

Please use the public restrooms in the tourist center parking lot.

Please wash your shoes thoroughly before participating to avoid introducing new non-native species.

After finishing work, please thoroughly remove any dirt from your shoes at the site.

The event will be canceled in case of rain. The decision to cancel will be made at 6 PM the night before.
We will announce this on the Facebook page "Norikura Invasive Species Eradication".
　https://www.facebook.com/norikura.gairaisyu

◎Events held in each area

●Date and time
- Nakadaira/Miyanohara: Thursday, May 21st, Tuesday, June 2nd

・Bansho/Kurasawa: Wednesday, May 27th, Wednesday, June 17th

- Nara-no-ki/Sengoku-daira: May 18th (Mon), June 9th (Tue)

・Suzuran June 11th (Thu), June 19th (Fri)

●Time
10:00 - 12:00

● Meeting/Registration/Dismissal Point
- Nakadaira/Miyanohara → Fureai Park
・Bansho/Kurasawa → Bansho Ground
・Naranoki/Sengokudaira →Naranoki Sports Ground
・Suzuran → Norikura Tourist Center

●Contents
Invasive species removal measures around the tourist center and on the ski slopes
(Such as spring-blooming wild mustard, hairy ragwort, and oxeye daisy)

● What to bring
Work attire such as a hat, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, boots, and gloves.
Weeding tools and trowels (available for rent)

●Other
Please participate in the pest control activity for the time you wish.
Anyone is welcome to participate. Participation from outside your local area is also highly encouraged.

Please write your name at the reception desk before the event begins.

The event will proceed in light rain, but will be canceled in case of severe weather.

Please come dressed in appropriate work attire, such as a hat, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, boots, and gloves.

Please bring your own tools such as a trowel and weeding equipment. Rentals are also available.

Please bring your own drinks. Stay well-hydrated and take sufficient precautions against heatstroke.

Please wash your shoes thoroughly before participating to avoid introducing new non-native species.

After finishing work, please thoroughly remove any dirt from your shoes at the site.

*All activities are covered by Matsumoto City's "Volunteer Insurance".

●Inquiries
Facebook "Norikura Invasive Species Eradication":https://www.facebook.com/norikura.gairaisyu
Alternatively, contact Tatsuto Sasaki at Sanoya 0263-93-3306