Pickleball

Iwate Prefecture’s first authentic outdoor pickleball court has arrived at APPI Resort!
Pickleball is a new sport gaining worldwide attention, combining elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.
You can easily play on a dedicated court, and people of all ages, from children to seniors, can enjoy it.
Enjoy a new sports experience in the fresh air and expansive scenery.

Use for 1 hour per session with the APPI Resort Pass. (Shoe rental charged separately)

Period

Monday, June 15, 2026 – Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (Holiday)
※The court may be unavailable at certain times due to group reservations, etc.

Opening Hours

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM ※Closing time may be earlier during periods when sunset occurs earlier.

Location

APPI Racket Club (formerly Appi Kogen Tennis Club) / Adjacent to HOUSE APPI
Address: 〒028-7306 Iwate Prefecture Hachimantai City Appi Kogen 1-605-209

Pricing

・Weekday Visitor: 3,500 yen per hour/per court
・Weekends, Holidays & Summer Vacation Period (Saturday, July 25 – Sunday, August 23): Visitor 4,000 yen per hour/per court
※Hotel guests receive a 500 yen discount from the visitor rate. (Applicable to Appi Hotel, pensions, and guesthouses)
●Use for 1 hour per session with the APPI Resort Pass. (Shoe rental charged separately)

Capacity

2-4 people ※Up to 2-4 people can use one court

How to Participate

Please apply in advance for APPI ExPlore (ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen 1F).
TEL: 0195-73-6228 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Equipment Rental

Equipment Rental
・Paddle: 550 yen per paddle
・Balls: 200 yen for 4 balls
・Shoes: 550 yen per pair

Inquiry

APPI ExPlore (ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, 1F)
TEL 0195-73-6228 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
MAIL appiexplore@ihr.co.jp

Remarks

Basic Pickleball Rules

[Serve]
You have one serve only. Serve underhand from below the waist, aiming diagonally across to the opponent’s court.
If the ball touches the net but crosses the “kitchen line,” it is valid.

[Scoring]
Only the serving side can score. You earn 1 point when the opponent makes a mistake. First to 11 points wins (must win by 2 points).

[Two-Bounce Rule]
After the serve, both the receiver and the server must let the ball bounce once before returning it.
After that, volleys (hitting without a bounce) are allowed.

[Kitchen Rule (Non-Volley Zone)]
Volleys are prohibited in the area near the net called the “kitchen.” It is also a fault if your foot enters the kitchen after a volley.
However, hitting a ball after it bounces is allowed.

[Drop Shot]
The “drop shot,” which gently drops the ball in front of your opponent, is an important technique for advancing to the net.
It prevents your opponent’s powerful shots and gives you an advantage.

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The gondola ride takes about 15 minutes. From the gondola summit station, follow the promenade to the summit of Mt.Maemori, which is 1,304m above sea level.
From the summit you can enjoy a magnificent spring panorama of the secondary beech forest below, as well as Mt. Iwate, Mt. Hachimantai, Mt. Nanashigure, and Mt. Himekami.
And sometimes you can see a fantastic sea of clouds.

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Surrounded by flowers and greenery, the Auto Camp Park in APPI Forest is open again this year!
Enjoy camping with your family and friends in the great outdoors!
Enjoy the activities and nature of Appi Kogen during the day.
Enjoy a barbecue together for dinner, and be amazed by the star-filled sky at night!
Escape from the everyday and enjoy camping in nature, creating special memories with your family and friends.

Glamping

We offer comfortable accommodation for you to better enjoy the true joy of glamping and harmony with the nature.
Enjoy a high-quality, hotel-made BBQ while feeling the refreshing highland breeze by day and gazing at the star-filled sky by night.
We also offer pet-friendly stay (dedicated glamping site) where you can stay with your pet.

Day-trip Lunch BBQ

Enjoy an easy outdoor BBQ with family, friends, or as a couple! With our BBQ set rental, there’s no hassle—no cleanup required!
Please bring your preferred ingredients and drinks. Of course, you can also come empty-handed♪ We also sell ingredients on-site.

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Hotel room bookings on IHG.com do not include child (4–12 years old) rates in the displayed total. Additional charges will be settled at check‑in. Please note that guests aged 13 and above are considered adults at our hotels, so kindly include them in the number of adults when making your reservation.

Regarding the Hello Kitty Stamp Rally: For the time being, the stamp locations change as follows — Appi Onsen “Shirakaba-no-Yu” changes to the area in front of the large public bath inside ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, and the Peak of Mount Maemori changes to Lawson Appi Kogen.