Suggested Itineraries
Hiking & Japan Alps Area
Hiking in the Japan Alps & Kamikochi (late Apr to Nov 15)
Overnight
01
Matsumoto Station
25 min
02
Shin-Shimashima Station
90 min
03
Taisho Pond
See the reflections of the surrounding scenery on the surface of Taisho Pond's pristine water.
60 min
(light hiking)
04
Kappa Bridge
Kamikochi's most popular spot where you can grab a bite to eat and take in the beautiful view from the bridge.
60 min
(light hiking)
05
Myojin Pond
While you're at it, try the salted-grilled char at Kamonjigoya.
60 min
(light hiking)
06
Kamikochi Bus Terminal
60 min
Depart at 3:35 PM
07
Shirahone Hot Springs
Shirahone is a well known hot spring area in the Alps, near Kamikochi. The milky white water is supposed to be good for ... [Read more...]
* Spend a night here.
25 min
Depart at 8:25 AM
08
Norikura Highlands
Norikura Highlands is a large plateau surrounded by nature and mountains east of Mt. Norikuradake (3,026 m), which is th... [Read more...]
From May to June, you can take a bus to see the big snow walls and during summer, you can walk around the flower meadow at the top of Mt. Norikuradake. Afterwards, you can either go to Takayama or back to Matsumoto.