A Kiwi Approach to Owning a Ski Lodge in Japan: Hakuba Matata

Teri Tall is the Kiwi owner of the Hakuba Matata Lodge in Hakuba. She shares her experiences and insights on running a ski lodge in Japan. Teri shares the journey to finding their own ski lodge and setting up business here, with her motto, just do it, ask questions and tread respectfully. The winter sports industry is thriving in Japan and there is much scope for Kiwis to be part of it as Teri explains.

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In this episode you’ll hear:

• How Teri and her husband turned a love of winter sports into a lifestyle in Japan
• Things to look for in a town when you are purchasing a business
• The Outdoor Women's Network Japan and their activities
• Teri’s gems and crystal ball moments

About Teri

Teri is the Kiwi ski lodge owner of Hakuba Matata Lodge located in Hakuba, Japan.

She has a passion for the mountains that she loves sharing with others. Hosting guests at Hakuba Matata Lodge is a source of pride and joy for her, especially when bringing more women into the outdoors.

Being new to both business ownership and Japan when they arrived in 2018, Teri and her husband have approached their Japanese mountain business adventures together with a Kiwi attitude and a “no worries” mantra.

As an outdoor enthusiast and entrepreneur Teri is also the creator of the Outdoor Women's Network Japan.

Connect with Teri

Website: https://hakubamatata.com/

Links

Outdoor Women’s Network Japan: https://www.facebook.com/groups/outdoorwomenjapan

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