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**Join me for 2 days in Japan to make the most of this ice climbing course for beginners. We will be in the Yatsugatake mountains.**

Located in the Nagano prefecture, only 150 kilometers from Tokyo, this mountain range is a popular climbing destination year-round. But ice climbing is not something we can do at any point: we have to wait until the winter steps in and freezes the waterfalls! The cold weather and easy access render Yatsugatake a prime ice climbing destination in the country.

In the area we can find many options, both natural and artificial, and for different levels. In this occasion I want to take you to an artificial icefall called The Ice Candy. It is the perfect terrain to learn the basics of ice climbing.

During this 2-day course we will spend the night at the cozy Akadake Kousen mountain hut. This hut has many private rooms and it is famous for its high quality, delicious meals. Besides, we will enjoy the wonderful natural setting of the Japanese winter.

This course is designed for beginners and first timers are welcome! You do need to be in good shape but no special ability is needed.

**Tempted to try ice climbing, or to improve your skills? Then request to book this trip and let’s enjoy these 2 days together! I will be thrilled to teach you ice climbing techniques in this beautiful setting.** 

I also enjoy guiding my clients in mountaineering programs, [such as this ascent of Mt Kitahodaka, check it out](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mt-kitahodaka-2-day-climb-n-remaining-snow/)!

We will meet at Chino Station at 9:30AM. We will start hiking from Minotoguchi Trail Head until we reach the Akadake Kousen mountain hut.  
We will practice ice climbing at the artificial icefall called The Ice Candy from 1PM to 4PM.  
We will spend the night at the mountain hut.

Arrival and ice climbing

We will take advantage of the morning and practice ice climbing until noon. This will be the day to learn the more advanced techniques.

More ice climbing!

Junichiro, a JMGA certified guide, offers a 2-day ice climbing course in the beautiful Yatsugatake mountains, climbing The Ice Candy and sleeping at the Akadake Kousen hut. A great Japanese experience for ice climbing beginners!

Ice climbing course for beginners in the Yatsugatake Mountains, Japan (2 days). 2-day trip. JMGA guide

Ice climbing course for beginners in the Yatsugatake Mountains, Japan (2 days)

##### Learn winter mountaineering skills and enjoy the beautiful climb and scenery of North Japan Alps from the summit of Mt Nishihodaka

Let’s enjoy **the winter climbing** of Nishihodaka!  
If you’re interested in starting winter mountain climbs and learning some skills necessary then this program is for you! In addition to gaining some useful winter mountaineering skills, we will also put the skills learned into use the next day by attempting a climb of Mt Nishihodaka.

I am very experienced in teaching mountaineering skills as one of my roles includes training people to become mountain guides.

The Shinhotaka ropeway takes you from an elevation of 1,117m to 2,156m, which gives us easy access to the ridge lines. I have climbed this route a lot and had a lot of great experiences, and I would love to share them with you.

**Required Technical Level:**  
Preferred to have basic skills/experiences in mountains

**Required Fitness Level:**  
Need to have good strength for 8 hours a day with carrying  
approximately 8kg backpack

We will meet at Shin-Hodaka Onsen Ropeway at 9:30 a.m. Utilising the ropeway, we’ll hike through a beautiful forest of Japanese hemlock and maries fir to Nishihodaka Hut, where I’ll go through basic winter mountaineering skills with you. We’ll stay overnight at the hut.

A hike to Nishiho Hut and a Winter Mountaineering Skills course

From Nishihodaka hut, we will climb to the peak of Nishiho Doppyo (2,701m) and then to the peak of Mt Nishihodaka (2,909m). We will take the same route back to Shin-Hodaka Onsen(Hot spring).

The peak and traverse

Learn basic winter mountaineering skills from a very experienced IFMGA guide and summit Mt Nishihodaka in the North Japan Alps mountain range.

Winter Mountaineering Course with Nishihodaka Climb. 2-day trip. JMGA guide

http://www15.wind.ne.jp/~kenny/pg24.html#西穂高岳縦走%E3%80%80２日間

Winter Mountaineering Course with Nishihodaka Climb

**Mt Nishihodaka (2,909 m) is in the Hodaka mountain range in the North Japan Alps. Join this 2-day winter ascent by the normal route and enjoy the breathtaking views!**

The ropeway from Shinhodaka and the conveniently located Nishiho Hut make Mt Nishihodaka an accessible mountain.

It’s a very popular destination through the seasons for climbers wanting to challenge the Hodaka mountain range. However, during winter, the mountain shows a different facet. **It is covered in snow and rocks, and becomes a more technical route.**

I recommend this climb as the best way to get into winter mountaineering in the North Japan Alps. I can coach you through the climb. However, it’s important to have some previous mountaineering experience and be in a good physical condition, as we’ll be walking for 8 hours a day.

**Are you looking to gain a new experience and get a good feel of the Japan Alps? Then send me a request to join this climb!**

In case you’re looking for a less-demanding winter trip, you should consider this [2-day alpine climb on Mt Akadake’s normal route.](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/winter-climb-mt-akadake/)

I will pick you up from your hotel. Take a ropeway from Shinhodaka Onsen and then a 2 hour walk to Nishiho Hut at 2,385 m.

Nishiho Hut

Climb up to the summit of Mt Nishihodaka at 2,909 m. Then descend all the way to Shinhodaka Onsen via the ropeway. I will drop you off at your hotel.

Summit day!

We'll meet at JR Chuo line, Matsumoto station. Then, I'll drive you to the trailhead to start the approach.

Mount Nishihodaka, in the North Japan Alps, is perfect for a technical winter ascent through snow and rocks. Join Tsutomu in this 2-day climbing trip!

Winter Ascent of Mt Nishihodaka, Japan Alps. 2-day trip. Certified guide

Winter Ascent of Mt Nishihodaka, Japan Alps

There is a variety of fun and challenging routes available on Mount Yatsugatake. You have the option to enjoy a normal winter climbing route, a traverse, an ice climbing variation and mixed winter climbing to reach the summit! There are mountain huts open for the winter, which makes a lot of winter mountaineering activities accessible!

**Available Period**: December – Beginning of April (depending on the routes)

The following is a sample itinerary for this trip.

**Day 1:** I will pick you up from your hotel. Start at Minoto and overnight stay at Akadake Kousen Hut.  
There are a lot of private rooms at the hut, and it is famous for the high quality of meal it provides.

**Day 2:** Another snow / ice / mixed climbing day and location will be chosen depending on the weather and conditions. Examples include, ridges along Akadake, Amidadake, Sekison etc.

**PRICE:**

1 person – JPY 98,000 per person\*

2 people – JPY 68,000 per person\*

Included in Price:-

Guide Fee

Excluded from Price:-

Accommodation, Gear rental, Guest Transportation Cost

\*Currently revising the prices so please enquire to get the most up to date price for the coming season.

**KIT LIST**:

– Goretex hardshell jacket / pants  
– Winter mountaineering boots  
– Ice axe\*  
– Crampons\*  
– Helmet  
– Harness  
– Backpack 30L  
– Screwgate carabiner  
– Carabiners x 2  
– Sling 120cm x1  
– Winter mountaineering clothing  
– Thermos  
– Head torch  
– Sunglasses\*I can lend you the items with asterisks

**Does this trip sound interesting? Then get in touch with me for more information. We will plan the details for your perfect trip.**

###### Extra details

#### Notes

Please let me know of your experience level and what kind of experience you are after, then we can discuss and come up with an interesting route for you!

#### Kit List

– Goretex hardshell jacket / pants  
– Winter mountaineering boots  
– Ice axe\*  
– Crampons\*  
– Helmet  
– Harness  
– Backpack 30L  
– Screwgate carabiner  
– Carabiners x 2  
– Sling 120cm x1  
– Winter mountaineering clothing  
– Thermos  
– Head torch  
– Sunglasses

\*I can lend you the items with asterisks

#### Cost

Price:  
1 person – JPY 98,000 per person\*  
2 people – JPY 68,000 per person\*

Included in Price:-  
Guide Fee, Guide Cost

Excluded from Price:-  
Accommodation, Gear rental, Guest Transportation Cost

\*Use the prices as indicative – I am currently revising the prices for the next season, so please enquire to get the most up to date price.

#### Guide Ratio

Up to 2 people

#### Fitness Level

Be able to be on the move for 8-10 hours a day

#### Technical Levels

Caters to all levels – For beginners, I can teach you the basic winter mountaineering as we head to the peak via the normal route, and for the experienced there is a lot of variation routes which we can choose from.

#### Duration

2 days

#### Timing

December – beginning of April (depends on the route chosen)

Mount Yatsugatake, in Japan, has many varied and challenging routes. Discover them in this 2-day trip together with Tsutomu, local certified mountain guide.

Winter Mountaineering on Mt Yatsugatake. 2-day trip. Certified guide

Winter Mountaineering on Mt Yatsugatake

##### Kai-Komagatake is the highest mountain Komagatake among other Komagatake in Japan.

“**Koma**” means horse. It is named by the mountain shape like horse and in Japan there are 20 mountains that are named **Komagatake**. We are going to climb up **Kai-Komagatake** (2,967m) and this area is always fine weather in the winter season comparing to the other mountain area. So, Kai-Komagatake is pretty popular to the mountaineers.

The difference in elevation will be more than **2,000m**. And also, the route has a lot of variation with **Touri-tengu**, which is very steep slopes, snow wall and rocky wall.

I believe you will enjoy this climbing experience. Please contact me if you are interested in this tour! Let’s go and have good time with me.

Best tour period:  
December – beginning of April (the best period is year end to new year)

Tour duration:  
3 days  
We will stay overnight at mountain hut.

Required technical level:  
The tour route is mainly go walking on flat course, but sometimes we will go steep slope with snow or rocky area. During walking those area, we need to use rope for secure.

Required fitness level:  
For those who can walk 10 hours a day or more than 1,000m difference of elevation. There might be large up-down during walking. Also, during the tour, we might stay overnight at tent.

Previous experience:  
Previous experience on the winter mountaineering is not required. This tour is good for training to use winter mountaineering gear, and practicing roping technique.

3-day mountaineering tour in Kurodo Ridge that has various points in Kai-Komagatake, Japan, with an experienced mountain guide in Japan.

3-day Mountaineering Tour in Kurodo Ridge, Kai-Komagatake. 3-day trip. Certified guide

http://www.sugisaka.ecnet.jp/guideplanwinter.html

3-day Mountaineering Tour in Kurodo Ridge, Kai-Komagatake

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