Chubusangaku National Park Is a Mountainous Park Synonymous with the Japanese Alps, Covering the Entire Northern Alps Chubusangaku Region

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Scale the Japanese alps and discover breathtaking mountains and tranquil valleys which the Japanese grouse calls home Chubusangaku National Park is a mountainous park synonymous with the Japanese Alps, covering the entire Northern Alps Chubusangaku region. It was established in 1934 as one of the fi rst national parks in Japan. 11 The park is made up of a vast number of mountains rising 3,000 meters above sea level, including the Hotaka Mountain National Park Range with Mt. Yarigatake, Mt. Norikura located at the southernmost end of the park, the Ushiro-Tateyama Mountain Range known for Mt. Shirouma, and the Tateyama Mountain Range which contains Mt. Tsurugi and Mt. Tateyama. The parkʼs steep rock cliff s, deep and precipitous valleys, alpine belts featuring beautiful fl owers and rock ptarmigans, the Japanese grouse, valleys that remain snow-covered until the summer, glacier-eroded U-shaped valleys, and lakes, marshes, and lava plateaus formed by volcanoes all build to create a diverse mountain landscape that has captivated countless climbers over the centuries. As the park lies within mountainous terrain with heavy snowfall, snow remains during the summer, and the area is dotted with gorges of various sizes, such as Japan's three most famous snowy gorges, namely the Tsurugisawa Snow Valley, Hakuba Daisekkei Valley, and Harinoki Snow Valley. Other features include the cirques valleys and glacial troughs formed by glaciers as typifi ed by the cirques found at Karasawa, Mt. Tateyama, and Mt. Yakushi, as well as the glacial troughs at Yarisawa and Mt. Tateyama. The mountains located in the region, which includes the national park area, was named the Japanese Alps by William Gowland, an Englishman said to have been the fi rst foreigner to climb Mt. Yarigatake. In addition, the trailheads at Kamikochi, Tatamidaira on Mt. Norikura, and Murodo on Mt. Tateyama are easily accessible via public transportation and visitors can enjoy a view of the magnificent mountainous landscape and observe various alpine animals and plants without any strenuous hiking.

■Access 新潟県 Kurobe Unazuki Station Keyakidaira Toyama Station Station Toyama Nagano Station Hakuba Happo Station Takayama Nagano Station Tokyo Prefecture Station Nagano Shinjuku Toyama Station Station Prefecture Tateyama Nagoya 群馬県 Matsumoto Station Murodo Station Shinhotaka

Hirayu National park area Kamikochi Major road Honokidaira Expressway Shinkanse Matsumoto Station JR Shinshimashima Station Private Railway Takayama Kamikochi, Station Tatamidaira Access Route Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture Approx. Approx. 55min by 100 min by Approx. 65min JR Limited Express Hokuriku Shinano by Alpico Kotsu Bus Tokyo Shinkansen Nagano Kamikochi Station Station Approx. 30min on Alpico Kotsu Shin- Matsumoto Kamikochi Line shimashima Station Station Approx.155min by Approx. 50min Approx. 50min Shinjuku JR Limited Express Azusa by Alpico Kotsu Norikura by Alpico Kotsu Bus Bus Tatamidaira 4 Station Kogen

Approx. 25min by Nohi Bus Approx. 60min Kamikochchi 2 3 Approx. 165 min by by Nohi Bus Hirayu Nagaya JR Limited Express Hida Takayama Approx. 35min by Nohi Bus Shinhotaka Station Station Approx. 45min Approx. 45min by Nohi Bus by Nohi Bus Honokidaira Tatamidaira

Access routes are given as examples. Times indicated for each route section are approximate only. For more details, please visit the counters or websites of the transportation providers. 6 ■Information counter [Azumi Area] Matsumoto City Alps Sangakukyo (general incorporated association) Activity 01〜08 Phone 0263-94-2221 E-mail [email protected] URL http://www.alps-kanko.jp/ [Hida-Norikura Area ] Hida-Norikura Tourism Association Activity 09・10 Phone 0577-78-2345 E-mail [email protected] URL http://www.hida-norikura.com/ [Okuhida Area ] Okuhida Onsengo Tourism Association (general incorporated association) Activity 11〜13 Phone 0578-89-2614 E-mail [email protected] URL https://www.okuhida.or.jp/ 1 5 7 8 【Other than the above contents Activity 14 〜18 】Please contact each provider directly. 1Rock ptarmigan 2Mt. Tateyama, Mt. Bessan and Mt. Tsurugi, Nakaniikawa District, Toyama Prefecture 3Mt. Shakushi and Mt. Shirouma, Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture 4Shirahone Onsen Public Open-air Bath, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture 5Tatamidaira Plateau, Mt. Norikura, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 141 6Mt. Yari from Kagamihira, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 7Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 8Norikura Plateau (cycling), Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture 142

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An eco-tour from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge with a local guide Savor high-quality local food and alcoholic beverages amidst nature Toya Shikotsu- Activity Activity 01 Discover stunning nature, sites of historical interest, and much more 04 After the meal, enjoy the starry sky with a personzalized star-gazing tour

Hachimantai Towada- Kamikochi-Taisho Pond nature tour Norikura Star & Moon Restaurant

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Fukko Sanriku The tour will begin at Taisho Pond and head to Kappa At this restaurant located in the lush nature of Chubusangaku National Bridge via Tashiro Pond, Tashiro Marsh, and the Weston Park, you can enjoy delicious alcoholic beverages made from nature’s Memorial Plaque. You will get an insider perspective bounties in the mountains and meals prepared with local ingredients. only possible from a local guide, including about Indulge in a high-quality dinner outdoors while enjoying the warm

Asahi Bandai- Kamikochi’s nature that is one of the best preserved hospitality of our local concierges whowere raised amidst this nature. mountain landscapes in the country, the history and All the power necessary for the venue’s lighting and cooking equipment Ⓒyamatami culture of the area, as well as more recent topics of is generated using an electric vehicle, enabling us to oﬀ er a comfortable interest. In addition to the Kamikochi tour, mountain and luxurious space in the middle of nature where there is no electricity. Nikko hiking tours of Japanese Alps and FIT tours are also Season End of May–end of October Time required 150 min available. Further details are available on request. Fee Adults (age 13 and over): 30,000 yen *Limited to guests staying at accommodation facilities in Norikura Season May–October (every Sunday except August, which

Hakone-Izu Fuji- Kogen or Shirahone Onsen *Guests must arrange their own is every Saturday) Time required 150 min Fee Adults: accommodation *Participants with children age 12 and under 3,000 yen, children: 500 yen Inquiries Shinshu Matsumoto are required to choose the private plan *Minimum number of Mountain Guides Association Yamatami Phone 0263-34- participants: 2 Inquiries Shinshu Mirai Creation Company kogen Joshin’etsu 1543 E-mail [email protected] Co., Ltd. Phone 0263-94-2323 E-mail info@shinshu. Ⓒyamatami Ⓒyamatami URL https://ecotour.yamatami.com/ miraidukuri.jp URL http://shinshu.miraidukuri.jp/ renzan Myoko-Togakushi Activity Share the wonders of Kamikochi's nature on a daily guided walking tour Activity A magical sight! Come to the frozen Zengoro Falls, one of the Three Waterfalls of Norikura! 02 Discover the vegetation, wild birds, mountains, history, and many features of Kamikochi 05 Join this night tour to see a spectacular scenery, accessible only with snowshoes sangaku Chubu Guided tours held every day at Kamikochi Shirakaba Nature School Night snowshoeing tour: a nocturnal adventure to a spectacular frozen waterfall

EN CH FIT GROUP EN FIT GROUP Shima Ise- On this guided walking tour, you can enjoy Kamikochi’s On this icy adventure, you will see the frozen picturesque scenery in the morning and star-gaze in the night, Zengoro Falls at night, situated in the woods of as well as birdwatching, forest bathing, and more. During the Chubusangaku National Park. Your tour guide will

Kumano Yoshino- “60-minutes Nature Tour”, held four times a day, a guide will bring lighting equipment to illuminate the frozen share with you lots of local information and folklore about Kappa waterfall for a truly personalized experience. On Bridge and its surrounding area. Depending on the season, early your way back, enjoy an exciting trip through the morning tours where you can listen to bird song, enjoy a nature night forest in your snowshoes. When the sky is

Kaigan San'in trail visit to Myojin Pond, a supernatural spot surrounded by clear, you can get a view of the starry heavens untouched forest, and a night walking tour are also on oﬀ er. FIT above and the magical moon through the trees. tours are available but be sure to book in advance.

Oki Daisen- Season End of April–November (before mountain is Season Winter Time required 90 min Fee Adults: 4,800 closed) Time required 60 min * Varies with tour Fee yen, children (age 6 and over): 3,600 yen *Private tours (1 to Adults: 1,000 yen, children: 500 yen Inquiries 8 people): 20,000 yen (insurance not included), groups of 8 to

Setonaikai Kamikochi Shirakaba Nature School Phone 0263-95- 16 people may be split into two groups 2131 E-mail [email protected] URL Inquiries Guesthouse Raicho Phone 0263-93-2746 https://www.shirakabaso.com/guide/nature-school/ E-mail [email protected] URL https://ghraicho.com Uwakai Ashizuri-

Activity Only those who stay over in Kamikochi get to experience the area at night. Accompanied by a guide, enjoy Activity A relaxing guided tour around Norikura Kogen on mountain bike a pitch-black sky illuminated with glittering stars and experience the stillness of the forest after dark. Enjoy a casual MTB tour with a local guide Kuju Aso- 03 06 FIVESENSE basic night tour Leisurely mountain bike fun in the Great Outdoors

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Leave from Kappa Bridge and enjoy 45 minutes This is an easy-going guided tour, perfect for people of exploring Kamikochi at night. If the weather who want to ride around Chubusangaku National Park is clear, lie back in the clearings and stargaze. or cycle around with kids. After checking the cycling Kinkowan Kirishima- On cloudy nights, wander the nighttime forest basics, you will move on to off - road cycling. Your with a guide, and experience a different side to guide will lead you to a special location in Norikura the area's nature. ※Program may be canceled in Kogen that can only be easily accessed by mountain

Yakushima bike. Enjoy a bit of exercise while learning some ⒸNATUREGUIDE FIVESENSE case of inclement weather, frequent wild animal sightings, amongst other reasons. useful riding tips. There is also a separate program for more experienced cyclists.

Yambaru Season April 27–November 14 Time required 45 min Season End of April–end of October Fee Adults: 2,400 yen *One child (age 14 and Time required 90 min Fee Adults: 3,900 yen under) free per adult (additional children: 2,400 yen) (mountain bike and helmet rental included) Inquiries NATURE GUIDE FIVESENSE (Gosenjaku) Inquiries NORTHSTAR Outdoor Adventures shoto Kerama Phone 080-8808-5466 Phone 0263-93-1688 E-mail info@ﬁ vesense.guide E-mail [email protected] ⒸNATUREGUIDE FIVESENSE ⒸNATUREGUIDE FIVESENSE URL https://ﬁ vesense.guide/en/ URL https://ridenorthstar.com/?lang=en

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Forget the summer heat with Mt. Norikura's melted snow water! Enjoy walking in the mountains on a small-group private tour, available by reservation only, that's built Toya Shikotsu- Activity Activity 07 Stream climbing at three waterfalls and a crystal-clear mountain stream 10 around participants' interests. At lunchtime, rest at a clean mountain hut equipped with a washlet.

Hachimantai Towada- Half-day stream climbing in Norikura Kogen Guided hiking tour of Goshikigahara Forest

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Fukko Sanriku Norikura Kogen is a popular destination to escape the Japanese Enjoy a leisurely guided tour of the expansive summer heat. You can enjoy climbing a crystal-clear mountain stream approximately 3,000 hectare Goshikigahara that ﬂ ows through a forest of Maries' ﬁ r and Hondo spruce at 1,600 Forest that spreads out at the western foot of meters above sea level. No less than three waterfalls await you high Mt. Norikura. Choose one of three one-day tours

Asahi Bandai- up in the Norikura Kogen of Chubusangaku National Park! At times, that showcase areas oﬀ -limits to regular travelers. you will climb the slopes at the stream side while at other times, you Mountain huts for rests and environmentally can jump down waterfalls into plunge pools and swim to the other friendly composting toilets are maintained for use. side. Towards the end of the trail, you can experience hetsuri, which Three easy shorter courses of three hours to half Nikko involves moving sideways while clinging onto the rocks. This tour is a day are also available. aimed at adults and teaches the basics of stream-climbing. Season May 20–October 31 Time required 540 min Season Mid-July–early September Time required 180 min Fee Adults: 9,000 yen, children (age 18 and Hakone-Izu Fuji- Fee Adults: 6,900 yen, children (age 10 and over): under): 5,400 yen *Participants must be age 10 and 4,600 yen *Groups (10 to 40 people): adults: 6,210 yen, over *Minimum number of participants: 2 Inquiries children: 4,140 yen Inquiries Little Peaks Phone 0263- Goshikigahara Forest Information Center Phone

kogen Joshin’etsu 93-1243 (Japanese only) E-mail [email protected] 0577-79-2280 E-mail [email protected] URL https://www.littlepeaks.jp/water URL https://goshikinomori.com renzan Myoko-Togakushi Activity Travel on the Norikura Echo Line on this special spring-only bus! Activity Located in Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs 08 View corridors of snow and enjoy Mt. Norikura at its best. 11 A vast auto camping site surrounded by the Japanese Alps sangaku Chubu Special bus service to Mt. Norikura in the spring Hirayu Camping Site

FIT GROUP EN FIT GROUP EN Shima Ise- This special bus runs only during the spring, and travels along the Norikura Get to know the real outdoors in this vast auto camping site which Echo Line, which is closed to ordinary traﬃ c at this time of year. Depending covers approximately 25,000 m2 of almost untouched natural on how much snow has been removed, the bus will run to Kuraigahara woodland and accommodates approximately 200 cars. Facilities

Kumano Yoshino- Sanso in late April and to Daisekkei Katanokoyaguchi in late May. In addition include cooking ovens, a watering place, and flushable toilets. to the corridors of snow, a feature unique to heavy snowfall areas, you can Hirayu-no-mori is approximately 10 minutes by foot from the site and view Mt. Norikura at its best in spring. After getting oﬀ at Kuraigahara Sanso you can enjoy many kinds of open-air hot spring baths at the facility. or Daisekkei Katanokoyaguchi, you can enjoy mountain skiing, snowshoeing, There is also a restaurant, Ankiya, that oﬀ ers delicious Hida beef

Kaigan San'in and other spring mountain activities, playing in the snow, photography, and and local dishes. With convenient access to Kamikochi, Norikura, much more. Service may be suspended due to weather conditions. Shinhotaka, Takayama, and other locations, the site is convenient for mountain climbing and sightseeing. Booking is required during Season Late April–end June Time required One-way approx. 45 min Golden Week, the summer season, and three-day weekends. Oki Daisen- (round-trip 100 min) Fee Round-trip bus ticket: adult: 2,800 yen, children: 1,400 yen *Please contact in advance for groups of 10 Season Mid-April–November 30 Fee Adults: 700 yen, people or more Inquiries Shinshimashima Office, ALPICO Kotsu children: 500 yen (campsite fee is not included; fees vary by

Setonaikai Co., Ltd. Phone 0263-92-2511 (Japanese only, 6：00～19：00） season) Inquiries Hirayu Camping Ground E-mail Japanese https://www.alpico.co.jp/traﬃ c/contact/form/ Phone 0578-89-2610 E-mail [email protected] English https://www.alpico.co.jp/en/contact/ URL https://www.hirayu-camp.com/ Uwakai Ashizuri-

Activity Wake up just a touch early to start the day with the sun. The view as it rises through the sea of Activity A snowshoeing tour of the magical snow-covered world of the Japanese Alps clouds and undulating mountains is spectacular and will surely become a treasured memory. Refresh your body and soul in the free-flowing turbid hot spring water of Hirayu Onsen!! Kuju Aso- 09 12 Greet the sun with the Norikuradake Gorai Sunrise Viewing bus Snowshoe Experience IN Hirayu Onsen ▲Nagano side

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This sightseeing spot is located in the alpine zone of Mt. Norikura, where private cars are Held every day during the winter season, this is a snowshoeing restricted. Before dawn, participants will board a Norikuradake Goraiko Sunrise Viewing bus experience that takes you from frozen peaks to steaming hot from either the Nagano Prefecture stop or the Gifu Prefecture stop and head to the summit springs. Available routes are dependent on the weather and Kinkowan Kirishima- of the mountain. The light as the sun rises above the sea of clouds and mountainscape is ▲Gifu side snow conditions, but the Kamoshika (Serow) ski slope course, sublime. Every day brings a new view with the movement of clouds and the breeze. which is 1,700 meters above sea level, is a popular choice, as ※Due to road closures and damage resulting from torrential rain, this program is suspended well as the frozen Hirayu Waterfall which is a truly spectacular

Yakushima for 2020. sight! If the weather is clement, you can even take the ski lift right to the summit. After snowshoeing, refresh your body and Nagano Prefecture Departures【Norikura Plateau – Gifu Prefecture Departures【Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs・ soul in the turbid hot spring water of Hirayu-no-Mori fl owing Mt. Norikura Summit (Tatamidaira)】 Honokidaira – Mt. Norikura Summit (Tatamidaira)】 out from the source. Please get in touch for FIT bookings. Season Time required Season Yambaru Mid-July–mid-September Late July–late September One-way 50 min (round-trip 100 min) Fee Time required One-way 45–60 min (round- Season Mid-December–March 31 Time required 150 min Adults: 3,100 yen, children: 1,700 yen (round-trip trip 90-120 min) Fee Adults: 2,800 fare) *Advance reservation by telephone required yen, children: 1,550 yen (round-trip fare) Fee Adults and children: 3,300 yen (accompanied by guide) *Participants must be age 12 and over *Minimum shoto Kerama Inquiries Shinshimashima Office, ALPICO Kotsu Co., Inquiries Takayama Offi ce, Nohi Noriai Jidosha Ltd. Phone 0263-92-2511（(Japanese, 16:00–19:00） Co., Ltd. Phone 0577-32-1160 number of participants: 2 Inquiries Hirayu-no-Mori E-mail https://www.alpico.co.jp/traffic/contact/ URL https://www.nouhibus.co.jp/ Phone 0578-89-3338 E-mail [email protected] form/ URL https://www.alpico.co.jp/traffi c/ route_bus/norikura-line/ URL http://www.hirayunomori.co.jp/

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Strap on your snowshoes and head into a forest brimming with snow. No special Explore the area with a local guide. Early summer sees Asian skunk-cabbage and daylilies Toya Shikotsu- Activity Activity 13 training or equipment is required making the tour suitable for anyone and everyone. 16 add a beautiful flash of color to the landscape, while fall's fiery foliage is a sight to behold.

Hachimantai Towada- Winter wonderland half-day snowshoeing tour Tsugaike Nature Park guided nature tour

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Fukko Sanriku Discover an untouched world of silver-white snow Discover the treasure trove of alpine plants of on a snowshoeing tour that takes you through a Tsugaike Nature Park accompanied by a guide. forest that can only be entered when deep snow The course consists of a relatively ﬂ at boardwalk, covers the ground. A quintessential snow country and is a fairly easy walk. The tour will take you to

Asahi Bandai- experience to treasure. the Kusu River, which is located roughly midway across the park. Season January–mid March * Dependent on snow Season June 1–October 31

Nikko condition Time required Approx. 240 min Time required 120–150 min Fee Adults: 6,120 yen, children: 4,860 yen Fee Adults: 4,000 yen, children: 2,900 yen (round-trip gondola fare and admission included) (guide and rental fees included) *Minimum number of participants: 3 Hakone-Izu Fuji- *Minimum number of participants: 2 Inquiries Hakuba Resort Development Co., Ltd. Inquiries Shinhotaka Visitor Center「Sangakukan」 Hakuba Sanroku Tours Phone 0578-89-2254 Phone 0261-72-6900 kogen Joshin’etsu E-mail [email protected] E-mail [email protected] URL https://shinhotaka-ropeway.jp/ URL https://www.hakuba1.com/summer/ renzan Myoko-Togakushi Activity Enjoy a comfortable bus tour that visits three famous sightseeing spots in the Activity Enjoy expertly assisted camping high in the mountains with this tour aimed at 14 Northern Alps with a guide on hand to provide interesting explanations along the way. 17 people of all experience levels. sangaku Chubu Three panoramas of the Northern Alps ﬁ xed-route one-day sightseeing bus tour: discover Norikura, Shinhotaka and Kamikochi TATECO Raichosawa Starry Sky Overnight Tour

EN FIT GROUP EN FIT GROUP Shima Ise- Tour three of the Northern Alps most popular sightseeing Private tours tailored to each participant take you deep into the spots in one day on this bus tour that takes you to mountains where you’ll be surrounded by peaks rising 3,000 meters Kamikochi, Norikura and the Shinhotaka Ropeway. A or more into the sky. Tours are designed with safety and respect

Kumano Yoshino- guide accompanies you for the entire journey, providing for nature taken into consideration, so you can feel at ease as information and local insight on the area’s many sites of you explore. Choose the Starry Sky overnight plan for a magical interest. Tickets for the Shinhotaka Ropeway and lunch at experience. From the mountainside glowing deep red with the Hirayu Onsen Hot Spring are included in the tour. Traveling setting sun to the blue-black sky dotted with stars, special moments

Kaigan San'in by bus makes the trip to Kamikochi easy and accessible! sure to stay with you forever abound over the course of the tour. ※Due to road closures and damage resulting from torrential rain, service in the Norikura area is suspended for 2020. Season July 1–September 30 Time required 360 min Fee Per-person fee depends on number of participants:

Oki Daisen- Season Late July–late August Time required Day trip 2 people: 33,000 yen/person 3 people: 28,000 yen/person Fee Adults: 9,500 yen, children: 6,900 yen 4 people: 24,000 yen/person 5 people: 22,000 yen/person Inquiries Nohi Noriai Jidosha Co., Ltd. 6 people: 20,000 yen/person

Setonaikai Phone 0577-32-1688 Inquiries Travearth Co., Ltd. E-mail [email protected] Phone 076-456-3770 E-mail [email protected] URL https://www.nouhibus.co.jp/hida/bustrip/ URL https://www.travearth.jp Uwakai Ashizuri-

Activity Unlock the area with the help of a local guide. Activity Ride the trolley train through Chubu-Sangaku National Park to Keyakidaira Station, the final Admire the beauty of rare alpine plants and the magnificence of the Northern Alps. stop on the train's journey into secluded Kurobe Gorge. Explore the area and admire the scenery, Kuju Aso- 15 18 particularly the spectacular views from the Okugane Bridge and Kawahara Observation Deck. Happo Ridgeline guided tour Take in all the sights of Keyakidaira, the most popular stop on the Kurobe Gorge Railway line.

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Sail up the mountainside by gondola and lift, Board the trolley train and journey 80 minutes into disembarking at the last stop for an hour-and-a- the national park, disembarking at Keyakidaira, half of exploration with a local guide. Out of the the last station. From Keyakidaira, Okugane Bridge Kinkowan Kirishima- many highlights of the journey, one of the most stretches across the gorge, 34 meters above the spectacular is the view of the Hakuba mountains dry riverbed, and affords incredible views of the of the Northern Alps from Happo Pond. Also a area. At Kawahara Observation Deck, marvel at

Yakushima treat are the many alpine plants that bloom along the clear waters of the Kurobe River while soaking the path, adding beautiful touches of color to the your feet in an ashiyu hot spring foot bath. Admire landscape. the seasonal sights of the area, and soak up their natural beauty.

Yambaru Season June 1–early August Time required Approx. 210 min Fee Adults and children: 5,670 Season May 1–November 30 Time required Approx. yen (round-trip gondola fare included) *Minimum 240 min Fee Adults: 1,980 yen, children: number of participants: 3 Inquiries Hakuba Resort 990 yen (one-way fare) Inquiries Kurobe Gorge shoto Kerama Development Co., Ltd. Hakuba Sanroku Tours Railway Co., Ltd. Phone 0765-62-1011 Phone 0261-72-6900 E-mail 6900@hakuba1. E-mail Use contact form on website com URL https://www.hakuba1.com/summer/ URL https://www.kurotetu.co.jp/

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Daisetsuzan 1 Toya Shikotsu- Season May - October Duration of stay 1 night, 2 days Kappa Bridge Activity 02 Nature Exploration Tour of Kamikochi - Held Daily

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Fukko Sanriku Chubusangaku National Park Regardless of Age or Ability Asahi Bandai- - Discover the beauty of the Japanese Alps from May to October. - Visit two popular observation points, the Shinhotaka Ropeway and Kamikochi. Notes Nikko - Relish the fresh air and scenery that shifts from morning to night by staying in Kamikochi, one of Japan’s premier alpine resorts.

Hakone-Izu Fuji- Explore Kamikochi on this guided tour that includes beautiful scenery, N bird-watching and forest-bathing. Trail map kogen Joshin’etsu Kita-Alps Ohashi Bridge Shinhotaka Onsen Hot Springs Taisho Pond Ecotour renzan Myoko-Togakushi sangaku Chubu Shima Ise-

Salt-grilled char Myojin Pond Kumano Yoshino- Kaigan San'in Shinhotaka Onsen Hot Springs Activity 02

Oki Daisen- Kamikochi Day Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs Goal 1 Matsumoto Station Setonaikai Day Sawando Onsen Hot Springs 9:40a.m. Takayama Station （Bus「Nohi Noriai Jidosha」） Approx. 95min 11:15a.m. Shinhotaka (60min)〈Shinhotaka Onsen Hot Springs is Takayama Station 2 Shin-Shimashima Station located deep in Okuhida Onsenkyo Hot Spring Village, a cluster of hot springs at the base of the Northern Alps whose abundant hot water and open-air baths make Start21 Shirahone Onsen Hot Springs

Uwakai Ashizuri- the village a leading hot-spring paradise. Popular local delicacies include Hida beef, and hoba-yaki, where various ingredients are grilled on a dried magnolia leaf.〉（Hop aboard Japan's only two-story gondola and zip up to Nishihotaka Station at an elevation of 2,156 meters. Norikura Kogen Onsen Hot Springs 12:30p.m. Shinhotaka Ropeway Day1 From the observation deck, marvel at the unspoiled wilderness of the Northern Alps, home to numerous stunning mountainscapes.〉 Kuju Aso- 2:55p.m. Shinhotaka （Bus 「Nohi Noriai Jidosha」） Approx. 35min 4:00p.m. Hirayu （Bus 「Nohi Noriai Jidosha」） Approx. 25min 4:25p.m. Kamikochi Accommodation Facilities【Accommodation】〈Kamikochi is the most famous of Chubusangaku National Park’s majestic landscapes. The 3,000-meter-class mountains of the Hotaka Mountain Range rise into the sky before your eyes, while crystal-clear meltwater from the region’s snowfalls rushes down Amakusa Unzedn- the Azusa River. The Kamikochi area has a variety of accommodation styles to meet all needs, including hotels, lodges, mountain retreats and campgrounds〉 6:00a.m. Kamikochi Pre-breakfast Exploration Activity 02 Nature Exploration Tour of Kamikochi - Held Daily (60min)〈Enjoy an information- Kinkowan Kirishima- 9:00a.m. Kamikochi Shirakaba Nature School filled 60-minute guided nature tour. Held four times per day, the tours will have you exploring the area around Kappa Bridge while your guide points out places of interest and discusses a broad range of topics, including vegetation, wild birds, mountains and history.〉

Yakushima 10:00a.m. Kamikochi (150min)〈Enjoy exploration, free wandering, lunch; and should time permit, a visit to the Kamikochi Visitor Center, where a diverse collection of displays narrates the history and nature of the area. Feel free to ask the staff about touring the area. (English available) In addition to guided tours, Day2 depending on the season and your schedule, other options for exploring the area are available, including trekking courses. Hike active-volcano Mt. Yakedake

Yambaru (approximately eight hours, round-trip), follow in the footsteps of Walter Weston, an Anglican missionary known as the father of modern mountaineering in Japan, over the Tokugo Pass (approximately five hours, round-trip), or aim for Dakesawa, a glacial landform (approximately five hours, round-trip). Shorter hikes include the Hotaka Shrine-Myojin Pond route (approximately 2.5 hours, round-trip) and the Taisho Pond route (approximately two hours, round-trip).〉 shoto Kerama 1:1,600,000 （Bus 「Alpico Kotsu」） Approx. 65min 2:05p.m. Shin-Shimashima Station （Train 「Alpico Kotsu Kamikochi Line」 Approx. 30min 0 5 10km 2:35p.m. Matsumoto Station〈If time permits after arriving in Matsumoto, explore the area, being sure to visit Matsumoto Castle and quaint shopping streets Nakamachi Dori and Nawate Dori.〉

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Daisetsuzan 2 Toya Shikotsu- Season July - September Duration of stay 2 nights, 3 days Mt. Norikura Activity 07 Half-day stream climbing in Norikura Kogen

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Fukko Sanriku Summer Climes and Outdoor Adventure (Summer-only Course) Asahi Bandai- - Enjoy an active yet refreshing summer trip to Chubusangaku National Park, a popular summer retreat. - Reach for the region’s peaks by climbing one of the area’s 3000m-class mountains, like Mt. Norikura. Climb a crystal-clear mountain stream flowing through a forest of Maries’ fir Notes and Hondo spruce at 1600 meters above sea level. The snowmelt on Mt. Nikko - Board a bus or taxi and head way up to visit the Tatamidaira crater, elevation 2702m and the highest point reachable by car in Japan. Norikura, cold even at the height of summer, provides instant refreshment. Enjoy special water activities that can only be done in summer.

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renzan Myoko-Togakushi Weather permitting, give this 3-hour round-trip hike to approximately 3000m above sea level a try. The Relish the sight of the sun emerging from reward at the top is panoramic views of Japan’s sangaku Chubu behind the mountains and sea of clouds. mountain ridges, including the Northern Alps.

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Kaigan San'in Set off on a leisurely guided walk through Goshikigahara Forest, which spreads out at Shinhotaka Onsen the northwest foot of Mt. Norikura. Hirayu Hot Springs Onsen Oki Daisen- Activity Hot Springs Activity Start 10:10a.m. Matsumoto Station （Alpico Kotsu Kamikochi Line） 30min 10:40a.m. Shinshimashima Station （Alpico Kotsu Bus） 50min 10 11 Matsumoto 11:45a.m. Norikura Kogen Highlands〈Extending over the eastern foothills of Mt. Norikura, Norikura Kogen Highlands boasts diverse hot springs and Goshikigahara Nyuzanguchi Station Setonaikai Sawando Onsen Day various seasonal activities. The large, graceful form of Mt. Norikura, the pastoral landscapes of Ichinose Garden, waterfalls cascading from the tip of the lava Day Hot Springs 1 Takayama Station 3 plateau, and the rich diversity of flora and fauna, including wild birds, draw enthusiasts from across the country.〉 or （courtesy car） Day Shinshimashima Day1 Goal Station 1:00p.m. Activity 07 Half-day stream climbing in Norikura Kogen (about 180min) Uwakai Ashizuri- 2 Tatamidaira Shirahone Onsen 4:30p.m. Accommodation in Norikura Kogen Highlands [Accommodation]〈A variety of lodging options are available in Norikura Kogen Hot Springs Highlands, including Japanese-style inns, Western-style accommodation, and guesthouses. Guests have the option of eating off-site. There are several different hot Norikura Kogen Onsen

Kuju Aso- Hot Springs Activity spring sources in Norikura Kogen Highlands to enjoy.〉 07 3:30a.m. Norikura Kogen Highlands Norikura Sunrise Viewing Bus〈A special bus is available at certain times of the year to view the sunrise from the

Amakusa Unzedn- top of Mt. Norikura.〉 Approx. 60 min 4:30a.m. Tatamidaira〈Tatamidaira is the highest point in Japan that can be reached by car. It is cool even in summer, and you can enjoy the sunrise and flowerbeds. You may even encounter grouse in the area!〉 90min 8:00a.m. Climbing Mt. Norikura (Mt. Kengamine Summit) 90min 10:30a.m. Tatamidaira〈Lunch options are available, from light meals Kinkowan Kirishima- Day2 to Hida beef. The jitensha teishoku (“bicycle set meals”) are popular with cyclists.〉（Nohi Bus） Approx. 60 min 12:50p.m. Accommodation in Hirayu [Accommodation] 〈An early morning means an early end to the day’s scheduled activities so you can slow down and relax at Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs. There are

Yakushima also higaeri onsen (day-trip Hot Spring) facilities and restaurants. Those with energy to spare can visit Hirayu Otaki Waterfall and other places on foot. Hirayu Campground is

another lodging option Activity 11 Hirayu Camping Site There are several restaurants at Hirayu Onsen Hot Springs that serve dinner.〉

Yambaru 6:55a.m. Hirayu （Nohi Bus） Approx. 10 min 7:05a.m. Goshikigahara Nyuzanguchi 7:30a.m. Activity 10 Guided hiking tour of Goshikigahara Forest (540min) 〈A reinvigorating walk through calming greenery with the murmuring of the mountain stream and the sound of the waterfall cascading from the tip of Mt. Norikura’s lava plateau as your soundtrack. The sights and sounds of this area are

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Activity 04 4:30p.m. Hirayu Accommodation Facilities【Accommodation】 The healing qualities of these hot springs are so highly regarded daily that for it three is days said will that protect bathing you from catching a cold Shirahone for has three been years. known From as old a times, hot-spring health resort tucked into been the beloved mountains by and many has notable writers and artists. Even now, it retains in the open-air bath next to the mountain stream is also possible. secluded hot spring. Soaking the atmosphere of a Approx. 20min Fixed-route bus/ shuttle bus Approx. 95min

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〈Lunch will be eaten in the Norikura Kogen Highlands area.〉 3:25p.m. Shin-Shimashima Station pes.〉 pes.〉 2,156 meters. From the observation deck, marvel at the unspoiled wilderness of the Northern Alps, home to majestic mountainsca arly-morning expedition.〉 mountaintop aboard a sunrise-viewing bus. Enjoy a sea of clouds and spectacular mountainscapes on this special time-limited, e that explores the Kappa Bridge area. Held four times each day, the hour-long tour comes with a knowledgeable guide who will introduce you to places of history.〉 interest and discuss a broad range of topics, including vegetation, wild birds, mountains and the area’s 3:30a.m. Hirayu 4:20a.m. 9:00p.m. Shirahone Onsen Hot Springs Accommodation Facilities【Accommodation】 9:10a.m. Shirahone Onsen Hot Springs 11:30a.m. Kamikochi (150min) 9:40a.m. Takayama Station 3:55p.m. Shinhotaka 8:55a.m. Norikura Kogen Highlands 9:30a.m. Onsen Hot Springs is the oldest hot-spring district in Okuhida Onsenkyo Hot Spring Village. The hot spring's opaque baths are particularly popular. Time permitting, Hot Springs accommodation.〉 explore Hirayu Otaki Waterfall. Staying at Hirayu Campground is also a possibility, as is dining outside of your Hirayu Onsen 60min) located deep in Okuhida Onsenkyo Hot Spring Village, a cluster of hot springs at make the the base village of the a Northern leading Alps hot-spring whose destination. abundant Popular hot local water delicacies and include open-air Hida baths beef, and hoba-yaki, magnolia leaf.〉 where various ingredients are grilled on a dried ght of rock ptarmigans!〉 blooming flowers. If luck is on your side, you may even catch sight of rock ptarmigans!〉 variety of hot springs with different water qualities are available for a refreshing bath. The graceful shape of Mt. Norikura, the idyllic scenery of Ichinose Enchi Park, e paradise!〉 the waterfalls spilling from the edge of the lava flow, flora and fauna, wild birds — Norikura Kogen Highlands really is a natur Facilities Leisurely mountain bike fun in the Great Outdoors 〈Beautiful morning landscapes, a night sky brimming with stars, bird-watching and forest-bathing: Discover the joys of the Kamikochi area with a guided nature tour 06 symbols Mt. Norikura Mt. Norikura Day2 Day3 Day1 Legend for itinerary Activity Enjoy a light cycling tour of the Norikura Kogen Norikura the of tour cycling light a Enjoy Highlands area accompanied by a guide. After a brief lesson on mountain-biking basics, you'll head off-road. This tour is also suitable for children. N Goal Matsumoto StationMatsumoto Station Shin-Shimashima StationShin-Shimashima Station 02 3 Activity Day Sawando Onsen Hot SpringsSawando Onsen Hot Springs KamikochiKamikochi Shinhotaka Onsen Hot SpringsShinhotaka Onsen Hot Springs 2 nights, 3 days 2 nights, 06 Activity 04 Activity 09 Activity 2 Day Duration of stay Duration Shirahone Onsen Hot SpringsShirahone Onsen Hot Springs 3 Hirayu Onsen Hot SpringsHirayu Onsen Hot Springs 1 Day July - September Norikura Kogen Onsen Hot SpringsNorikura Kogen Onsen Hot Springs Start

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Daisetsuzan 4 Toya Shikotsu- Season January - March Duration of stay 1 night, 2 days Activity 05 Night Snowshoeing Tour The Hot Springs of Hirayu Hachimantai Towada- Outdoor Adventure in Chubusangaku National Fukko Sanriku Park’s Powder Snow Paradise (Winter-only Course) Asahi Bandai- - Relish Mt. Norikura’s superb powder snow, made possible by the high altitude and dry climate. - Enjoy snow sports while travelling between Matsumoto and Takayama, also popular with foreign visitors. Notes Nikko - Take advantage of the Free Pass for easy transportation. - Find all required rental equipment locally.

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Sawando Onsen Day Takayama Hot Springs 1 Shinshimashima Station Goal Station Uwakai Ashizuri- Shirahone 〈In the morning, it is possible to visit Matsumoto Castle or go shopping along Nakamachi Street and Nawate Street.〉 Norikura Kogen Onsen Onsen 2:45p.m. Matsumoto Station Hot Springs Hot Springs （ Train (Alpico Kotsu Kamikochi Line） Approx. 30 min

Activity Kuju Aso- 3:15p.m. Shinshimashima Station （ Alpico Kotsu Bus） Approx. 50min Norikura Kogen Highlands 〈A plateau extending over the eastern 05 foothills of Mt. Norikura, Norikura Kogen boasts a variety of hot springs with different water qualities, and bustles with seasonal activities. There are higaeri onsen (day-trip hot spring) facilities for day-trippers, and yukimi (“snow viewing”) is possible while bathing. Popular sights here include the large, graceful form of

Amakusa Unzedn- Day1 Mt. Norikura, the pastoral landscapes of Ichinose Garden, waterfalls cascading from the tip of the lava plateau, and the rich diversity of flora and fauna, such as wild birds The area around Mt. Norikura boasts the finest powder snow, brought about by the high altitude and dry climate of inland Honshu. Admire the frozen Zengoro Falls and Sanbon Falls while in town, and should you arrive early, take advantage of the extra time by trying your hand at various snow activities and snow Kinkowan Kirishima- sports on Mt. Norikura’s ski slopes.〉 4:15p.m. Accommodation at Norikura Kogen Highlands 8:00p.m. Activity 05 Night Snowshoeing Tour (Approx. 90 min) 9:30p.m. Accommodation in Norikura Kogen Highlands [Accommodation] Yakushima 7:25a.m. Accommodation in Norikura Kogen Highlands （ Alpico Kotsu Bus） Approx. 25 min 7:50a.m. Sawando （ Alpico Kotsu Bus）or Approx. 20 min 9:15a.m. Hirayu Yambaru 10:00a.m. Activity 12 Snowshoeing Experience (Approx. 150 min) 〈Snowshoe through winter’s stunning silver scenery with the Snowshoe Day2 Experience Tour in Hirayu Onsen Hot Spring. On clear days, travel to the mountaintop by ski lift. Enjoy the popular Kamoshika Slope course, elevation 1700m, and visit the spectacular frozen Hirayu Otaki Falls. After snowshoeing, refresh body and soul in the cloudy waters of the Hirayu no Mori hot springs!〉 shoto Kerama 1:1,600,000 12:30p.m. Hirayu (Approx. 180 min)〈Lunch and bath at Hirayu-no-Mori〉（ Nohi Bus） Approx. 60 min 0 5 10km 4:30p.m. Takayama Station〈 If you arrive early at Takayama Station, it is possible to explore Takayama, or travel towards Kanazawa and Nagoya.〉

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