3-day Spring Hiking tour from Kamikochi to Mt. Chogatake

Join Yasuyuki, an English-speaking mountain guide, for a 3-day guided hiking tour in the Japanese Alps! This spring you will be delighted to see an abundance of flowers as you ascend some beautiful mountains.

Private

Japan Alps

3 Days

May, Jun

High

Beginner

Highlights

Discover the Northern Japanese Alps in Spring.
Hike surrounded by gorgeous alpine flowers.
Spend the night in a hut and contemplate great sights of Matusmoto.

Description

Have you always dreamed of hiking in the Northern Japanese Alps in Spring? If you have, this 3-day trip from Kamikochi to Mt. Chogatake might be just for you!

Kamikochi —a mountainous resort in the **Nagano Prefecture—**is home to some beautiful hiking trails in the North Japan Alps.

Starting from the valley of Kamikochi (1,500 meters), we’ll make our way through terrains blossoming with alpine flowers due to the Spring climate, until we reach Yokoo. After a half-day of hiking, we will settle into our accommodation for the evening.

The next morning we will rise early and climb to Mt. Chogatake (2,677 meters). Along the trail, we’ll be surrounded by stunning 3,000-meter high peaks and enjoy views of Mt. Fuji (3,776 m) and Mt. Yarigatake (3,192 m).

We’ll spend the night on a mountain hut with an impressive view of the Matsumoto city area. The following morning, we’ll rise early to hike back to Kamikochi and depart.

For this trip, you need to be in good physical condition.

So, if you have been fantasizing about hiking in the Japanese Alps, come join me on this hiking adventure!

Or, check out this Autumn trek that I lead from Kamicochi to Karasawa Cirque.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Not included:
* Transportation fee for guide; from home to the meeting point, about 6000 yen/guide/tour if up to 100km of oneway distance).
* Transportation fee for the itinerary; actual expenses (ex. taxi, ropeway, etc.), for both the clients and a guide.
* Lunch fee; about 2000 yen/lunch. We will choose where and what according to the itinerary and your preferences.
* Mountain hut fee; actual expenses, about 15000 yen/guide/night including bed and 2 meals, for both the clients and a guide.
* Handling/Consultation fee (only if reservations are required); about 20% of the price of huts and transportation.
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Note) about the deposit; an initial deposit is required as a booking confirmation fee to secure your itinerary. If the trip includes any booking formalities such as accommodations or transportation, the deposit is nonrefundable as a Handling fee and Consultation fee.

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 1

Independently travel from Tokyo, Osaka or Nagoya to Kamikochi. From there, we will walk to Yokoo through footpaths surrounded by alpine flowers. That night, we will be accommodated in a hut.

Day 2: Day 2

Hike from Yokoo to Mt. Chogatake for a breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji and Mt. Yarigatake, and a night view of the Matsumoto city area. We will be accommodated that night in a hut.

Day 3: Day 3

Wake up to see a beautiful sunrise. Hike from Chogatake to Kamikochi, then independently travel back to Tokyo, Osaka or Nagoya.

Details

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Wear a warm jacket appropriate for the altitude of the mountain or the season, choose quick-dry materials to retain body heat. Avoid cotton underwear and undershirts. Wear nonrestrictive, stretchy pants; Pack extra clothes, for you get may wet in bad weather; Pack your warm or extra clothes in a waterproof bag or a plastic bag to keep them dry.

Meeting point

In the Kamikochi region. Transit to/from must be independently arranged, but this is easy to do by train or rental car. Your guide can help.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Hotel Uematsuya Kamikochi Japan

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Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel Kamikochi Japan

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Nishi Itoya Mountain Lodge Kamikochi Japan

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About the guide

Yasuyuki

4.8

(5)

Hiking Guide

I love nature. I love cycling, hiking and climbing.

I have worked in Canada, joined the MTB race in Africa, and traveled to Central America, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Everywhere, I've tried to see as much nature as possible. Nature is so different in every country and I find that immensely moving.

I believe that Japanese mountains are one of those places that you must visit at least once. Since Japan consists of small mountainous islands, you can experience many different landscapes almost at once - cities, small villages, flat lands with beautiful rice fields (rice is the foundation of Japanese culture), lush forests, green mountains and rocky mountains.

Nagano is the most mountainous prefecture in Japan and best place to see nature and go hiking and biking. That is why I now live in Nagano, helping world travelers enjoy the nature and culture of Japan.

Come visit Japan and have special experience in Nagano with us.

Languages

Japanese | English

Certificates

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What people are saying about Yasuyuki

Rachel

This was a challenging but fantastic hike. Incredible scenery, onsen and mountain huts fantastic, and our guide was patient, calm and brilliant. We highly recommend this.

Bart

It was a fantastic experience : good weather, sakura, the mountains and a great guide. Not a tour for sports fanatics but for people interested in nature, culture and ...wasabi. The guide took us by amazing smal paths, temples, springtime flowers and trees and as highlight : the wasabi farm where he invited us at marvelous green tea. Enjoy!

Phillip

Ayako was the replacement Guide. Ayako was diligent, very familiar with the route and ensured safety was our number one priority at all times. Thank you.

Bart