Hakuba has been certified as a UNWTO Best Tourism Village 2023!

Hakuba stands as a testament to sustainable tourism management with a forward-looking perspective. The village envisions itself as an all-season mountain resort, capable of hosting a steady flow of tourists throughout the year without harming the environment or the local community.

On October 27th, an event featuring the UNWTO Award and SDGs was held at Hakuba Village’s comprehensive sports facility, “Wing 21,” where Mayor Maruyama and others shared the ceremony’s atmosphere with the villagers.

To all residents of Hakuba, and everyone involved in Hakuba Village’s tourism, congratulations! 🎊

As a member of Hakuba, entrusted with this remarkable certification, Hakuba Goryu is further strengthening our commitment to sustainability, aligning with our long-term sustainable development goals (SDGs), and continuing to strive for contributions to a sustainable community.