Hiking in the Yatsugatake Mountains
The Yatsugatake Mountains provide some of the most stark and dramatic settings in Japan, and hiking through them is a fantasically fun and exciting way to explore this magical, mythical place.
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The scenery of the Yatsugatake Mountains truly takes the breath away, as the snow-capped mountains loom large over tranquil, idyllic and peaceful alpine landscapes. Lakes, rivers, streams, forests, green hills and rocky outcrops all blend in to each other to make for an intoxicating and splendid setting.
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Country Code
+81
Language
Japanese
Currency
Japanese Yen
How to get there
2 hours by train, bus or car from Tokyo
Best time to visit
June-October, when the weather is warmest and conditions most ideal
Weather
Sub-alpine, meaning the heat and humidity of Tokyo does not reach there
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Some of the hiking can be quite difficult, so be in good physical shape will help you enjoy the activity more. There are several villages and settlements dotted around the mountains, each being deeply traditional with their culture and customs. Try and sample some of this fascinating and unique way of life
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