Kamikochi Highland Hiking

A pristine alpine valley in the Northern Japan Alps, with the Kappa Bridge, clear Azusa River and jagged peaks rising all around.

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Getting there: Bus from Matsumoto via Shin-Shimashima (private cars banned)　Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry: Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
Language: Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for: solo-goers, groups of friends

A designated national cultural property and special place of scenic beauty, Kamikochi has drawn nature lovers since the early 20th century.

Private cars are banned — take the bus. Open roughly mid-April to mid-November; bring layers as mornings are cold even in summer.

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