Japan Alps Hike from Tateyama to Kamikochi

Join a 7-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.

Private

Japan Alps

7 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 7-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

**What’s NOT Included:**
Transportation (e.g., Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Matsumoto to Ohgisawa Station)
Accommodation (including guide expenses for 6 nights)
Unexpected transportation fees due to detours
Gear rental (clients are required to rent gear in Shinjuku, Tokyo)
Cancellation fees resulting from failure to arrive

Itinerary

Day 1: Meet-up at Nagano station

Meet at Nagano Station for gear checks and any necessary procurement. Stay overnight in Tateyama or Ohmachi City.

Day 2: Goshikigahara sanso hut

Travel from Ohmachi or Tateyama to Goshikigahara Sanso Hut (Approx. 6 hours of activity).

Day 3: Okukurobe hutte

Hike from Goshikigahara Sanso Hut to Okukurobe Hütte (Approx. 7 hours).

Day 4: Suishogoya hut

Trek from Okukurobe Hütte via Yomiuri Shindō Path to Suishogoya Hut (Approx. 11 hours).

Day 5: Sugoroku goya

Hike from Suishogoya Hut to Mount Washiba, then continue to Sugoroku Goya (Approx. 7 hours).

Day 6: Mount Yarigatake

From Sugoroku Goya, traverse the Nishikama One Ridge to Mount Yarigatake, finishing at Hütte Ōyari (Approx. 7 hours).

Day 7: End of trip

Descend from Hütte Ōyari to Kamikōchi, marking the end of the traverse (Approx. 9 hours).

Details

Disclaimer

Clients must be prepared to hike up to 12 hours a day.
Participants should be under 50 years old.
Individuals with no history of being overweight or significant medical conditions are suitable for this trip.
Clients must have multiple hiking experiences in the last 3 months and will be carefully assessed based on their biography and hiking experience.
Clients must be willing to follow the guide’s decisions before and during the activity.

Meeting point

We can meet either in Nagano station or Matsumoto station

About the guide

Shinsaku

4.7

(7)

Mountain Leader

Languages

English | Japanese

Certificates

JMGA | UIMLA

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What people are saying about this trip

Frederick

Hama was a great guide and made sure to take care of everything for the trip. He was helpful before, during, and after the trip by accommodating my requests and last minute change of plans, his communication was great and always remained in contact leading up to the trip. This was an adventure that I will remember the rest of my life and would certainly recommend anyone looking to climb Fuji to go with Hama!

Desy

**Review of My Climbing Experience** I recently went on a two-day climbing trip and wanted to share my experience. While I enjoyed the ascent, several aspects of the trip were frustrating and disappointing. Firstly, my shoes broke during the descent, which made the trip longer and more challenging than it should have been. I had mentioned my footwear to my guide before the climb, and he acknowledged it, yet his attitude changed significantly during our descent. Instead of being supportive, he seemed disappointed and rushed (said he got another client the next day and he has to leave home early), which was disheartening. When I asked to be dropped off at Kawaguchiko Station, he initially agreed but later said it was too far out of his way (again, due to he needs to ascent again the next day) . It felt like he was prioritizing his schedule over my safety and comfort, leaving me to navigate the descent on my own. This lack of commitment to his earlier promise was frustrating, especially since I had booked two days to enjoy the mountains at a relaxed pace. I believe that a guide should be patient and understanding, especially when unexpected issues arise. In the future, I would recommend looking for a guide who is more friendly and accommodating. While I appreciated the ascent, the overall experience could have been much better with a more supportive guide. I hope to find a more enjoyable experience on my next climbing adventure.

John

Hama was a wonderful guide. His explanations about the day, the information shared, knowledge of the mountain, thoughtfulness made it a perfect day! We could not have been happier!!! I would highly recommend Hama as a guide!

Maxime

Very professional and cautious guide ! He brought us to the top for the sunrise cause we had perfect weather conditions ! A memory that we'll last forever ☺️

Pierre

Just a wonderful experience with Hama.