Japan Alps Hike from Tateyama to Kamikochi
Join a 10-day traverse from Tateyama to Kamikochi with certified local guide Hama, aiming to summit Mount Yarigatake. Experience the changing seasons, diverse flora and fauna, and stay in cozy mountain huts along this stunning route.
Japan Alps
10 Days
Jul - Sep
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in landscapes shaped by snow and shifting earth.
- Experience the seasons and connect with diverse flora and fauna.
- Stay in cozy mountain huts, integral to Japan’s mountaineering heritage.
Description
Join the 10-day multi-day traverse from Tateyama to Kamikochi, connecting two stunning destinations through ridges and valleys, with the aim of reaching the spear-like peak of Mount Yarigatake along the way.
Experience the seasons unfolding as you journey through the trail, discovering a rich array of flora and fauna. Enjoy the warmth of cozy mountain huts, thoughtfully placed along the route, reflecting Japan’s deep-rooted alpine mountaineering heritage.
Do note that this journey is designed for advanced and experienced hikers, and participants will be carefully assessed before joining.
You should be prepared to hike for up to 12 hours a day. Participants must have completed multiple hikes within the last three months and will be thoroughly assessed based on their background and hiking experience.
Are you ready to conquer the Japanese Alps? Contact me today to secure your spot on this incredible adventure!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- Not included:
- Transportation (e.g., Tokyo to Tateyama)
- Accommodation (including guide expenses for 9 nights)
- Unexpected transportation fees due to detours
- Gear rental (clients may be asked to rent gear in Shinjuku, Tokyo, following the guide’s assessment of equipment)
- Cancellation fees resulting from failure to arrive
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day : Meet-up at Shinjuku, Tokyo
Meet-up at Shinjuku, Tokyo: Gear rental pick-up and sizing check.
Day 1:
Travel from Tokyo to Tateyama by bullet train; stay at the Tateyama Onsen hot spring.
Day 2:
Mikurigaike Onsen Hut to Goshikigahara Sanso Hut (approx. 6 hours)
Day 3:
Goshikigahara Sanso Hut to Sugo-Nokkoshi Koya Hut (approx. 6 hours)
Day 4:
Sugo-Nokkoshi Koya Hut to Yakushizawa Hut (approx. 9 hours)
Day 5:
Yakushizawa Hut to Takamagahara Sanso Hut (approx. 6-9 hours)
Day 6:
Takamagahara Sanso Hut to Kumono Daira Sanso Hut (approx. 5 hours)
Day 7:
Kumono Daira Sanso Hut to Sugoroku Goya Hut (approx. 7 hours)
Day 8:
Sugoroku Goya Hut to Mount Yarigatake, stay at Hutte Oyari Hut (approx. 8 hours)
Day 9:
Hutte Oyari to Yokoo Sanso Hut (approx. 5 hours)
Day 10:
Yokoo Sanso Hut to Kamikochi Bus Terminal (approx. 3 hours); end of the trip.
Details
Disclaimer
- Clients must be prepared to hike up to 10 hours a day.
- Participants should be under 70 years of age.
- Individuals with no history of being overweight or significant medical conditions are suitable for this trip.
- Clients must have multiple hiking experiences within the last 3 months and will be carefully assessed based on their background and experience.
- Clients must be willing to follow the guide’s decisions before and during the activity.
- The itinerary may be shortened or extended at the guide’s discretion, depending on factors such as client performance and/or weather conditions.
- In the event of a shortened itinerary, the guide fee will not be reimbursed.
- For an extended itinerary, the client is responsible for covering the additional guide fee.
Equipment you will need to bring
Essential Gear and Items Checklist:
• Waterproof hiking boots (Gore-Tex or similar)
• 30L backpack (with rain cover)
• Trekking poles
• Sunglasses
• Headlamp (fully charged)
• Sunscreen & lip balm
• Cash for mountain hut
• 2L water bottle
• Insulation layer (fleece or mid-layer)
• Down jacket & pants
• Power bank
• Rain jacket & pants (Gore-Tex or similar)
• High-performance synthetic base layer
• Clothing to change (stored in a dry bag)
• Snacks
• Gloves
• Passport
• Medications (such as pain relief)
• Hat
• Gaiters
• Wet tissues
• Travel insurance
About the guide
Hama & Guides’ Team
4.5
(33)
Guide Agency
Languages
English | Japanese
Certificates
JMGA | UIMLA
What people are saying about Hama & Guides’ Team
Amelia
Hama is truly exceptional. He is patient, deeply knowledgeable, and remarkably well organized. Every aspect of the trip was thoughtfully planned and everything he arranged was of the highest quality. His knowledge of the trail is extraordinary. Every fact and story he shared added color and meaning to the journey in a way I never could have experienced alone. As a solo female traveler and a first-time through-hiker, finding a guide I could genuinely trust was incredibly important to me. Hama’s healthcare background, his love of hiking, and his friendly demeanor immediately gave me confidence. I felt completely safe in his care. I was also deeply grateful for the accommodations he arranged; many required a Japanese speaker to book, and I would not have been able to experience these authentic places on my own. Although this was my fifth trip to Japan, it felt like I was experiencing the country in an entirely new and more immersive way. On the final day, when I was exhausted and questioning whether I could continue, Hama struck the perfect balance between setting realistic expectations and encouraging me to keep going. His steady support made all the difference and I truly don’t think I could have completed the journey without him. I’m so grateful for his guidance! He made the experience not only seamless, but profoundly meaningful. I hope I can travel again with Hama in the future!
Chloe
Colin
Rachel
Hama was a wonderful guide! He was so helpful, and we really appreciated his flexibility to work around the weather. He made our trip excellent, and we would recommend him and the service.
Ignacio
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