Hike the legendary "Dragon's Back" - Mount Tanigawa - in Joshin-etsukogen National Park, Japan's second-largest! This hike, guided by local expert Naoko, showcases the cultural heritage and natural splendor of the Japanese countryside, offering a memorable escape from the city.
Group
1 Day
May - Oct
Intermediate
Beginner
Escape the city and embrace breathtaking alpine beauty! This day hike offers stunning views and a taste of Japanese countryside charm in Joshin'etsukogen National Park!
This park, the second-largest in the country, sprawls across three prefectures, bubbling with geothermal activity and boasting five major volcanic peaks. Here resides Mount Tanigawa, also known as the "Dragon's Back" - a legendary peak. This mountain offers a variety of trails to suit all skill levels, with the most popular route being a day hike to the summit.
Kick off your adventure early in the morning with a ropeway ride, followed by a climb starting from the 1300-meter mark. Expect to spend 3-4 hours reaching the summit, which stands at 1977 meters. After a lunch break, we'll start a 2-3 hour descent, with the hiking adventure wrapping up around 4 pm. The trailhead is approximately 2.5 hours away from Tokyo, offering ample time to soak in the alpine splendor on a day hike.
The guide is a native of the area, with deep insight into the region's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and historical significance. This hike guarantees an enchanting exploration of the captivating allure of the Japanese countryside. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the beautiful alpine flowers blooming from May to July and the vibrant autumn colors in September to October!
Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting allure of the Japanese countryside! Book your hiking tour in Mount Tanigawa today
We will gather at around 8 am to begin our day. We'll start with a ropeway ride and commence the climb from an elevation of 1300 meters. It typically takes 3-4 hours to reach the summit, which sits at 1977 meters. Following a lunch break, we'll spend another 2-3 hours descending. The hiking activity is expected to conclude around 4 pm.
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Languages
English | Japanese
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Mark
Akira san, my guide was very knowledgeable about the area surrounding Mt Tanigawa. He made sure I was safe at all times and very.
JING-SHIN
The weather was not the best, but Naoko intelligent planning and incredible knowledge with the mountains made the trip the best it could be. The time and resources spent was well worth the limited time in Japan! Thank you so much for the experience!
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