Otari

Otari is a town in Nagano prefecture, Japan, notable as the location of the Tsugaike Mountain Resort. The resort is a popular skiing destination. Otari is currently newsworthy due to a fatal accident at the Tsugaike Mountain Resort. A 22-year-old Australian snowboarder died after her backpack became caught in a chairlift. The incident resulted in her being dragged along the snow and suspended mid-air, leading to a suspected cardiac arrest. The accident has prompted tributes to the woman, Brooke Day, who is remembered as a vibrant and talented individual. The incident highlights safety concerns related to ski lift usage and backpack security at the resort.