Snowshoeing in Norikura and Kamikochi, Japan
Join a unique snowshoeing adventure in Japan and explore the remote and beautiful Norikura and Kamikochi areas with a certified local guide!
Private
Hida Mountains
2 Days
Jan - Mar
Low
Highlights
- Panoramic view of the snow covered Japan Alps
- Open to everyone: both beginner and experienced hikers can enjoy snowshoeing
- Special experience in the nature away from the crowds
Description
Kamikochi is one of the best places to enjoy the panoramic views of the Japan Alps such as Okuhotakadake, the third-highest mountain in the country! There is no transportation to Kamikochi except on foot, so we can enjoy the magnificent views of the snow-covered mountains in a calm atmosphere, away from the crowds.
On the first day, I will pick you up at Nagano station in the morning and take you for a short snowshoeing outing in the Norikura area. We can admire an ice fall during this trip. Afterward, we will drive to Nakanoyu onsen hot springs for an overnight stay. You can enjoy the beautiful mountain views and onsen in this hotel.
On the morning of the 2nd day, we will start walking from the entrance tunnel of Kamikochi. After the tunnel, we will put on our snowshoes and enjoy snow hiking on the flat snow field. After a 4-5 hour return trip, we will head back to the hotel and I will drive you to Nagano station. Or, If you prefer an overnight stay in Kamikochi, I can arrange a special program upon your request.
If you would like to join this exciting snowshoeing adventure in Japan, then send me a booking request and we can start fine-tuning the details of your trip together. I look forward to being your guide!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- Included
- *The rental of snowshoe
- *Transfer from/to Nagano station
- Excluded
- *accommodation for clients and guide about 15,000yen per person per night
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Nagano-Norikura Kogen
Around 10 am I will pick you up at Nagano station or hotel around the Nagano area and drive to Norikura Kogen.
After lunch (not included), we will go snowshoeing to an icefall. It takes about 2 hours, round trip. Then we go to Naknoyu onsen (hot spring) inn for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kamikochi
8:30 We drive down to the entrance tunnel to Kamikochi. 9:00 Start walking *After the 2 tunnels, we enjoy the view of the Japan alps (when weather permitting) 12:00 Kappa Bashi bridge. Picnic time, back to the tunnel. 15:30 End of walking 16:00 Drive back to Nagano station or hotel in the Nagano area.
FAQs
What is the best time of the year to do this activity?
The best time of the year to do this activity is from January to March.
Can I join a group?
No, this is a private tour.
How will accommodation be handled during the trek?
Accommodation is not included in the price of the tour.
Do I need previous experience?
You don't need previous experience.
How fit do I need to be?
You need to be in good physical condition for this activity.
What equipment do I need to bring?
You need to bring goggles, poles, backpack, sunglasses, water bottle, snowshoes, and warm clothes.
What is included in the price?
The rental of snowshoes and the transfer from/to Nagano station are included.
About the guide
Yuichi
4.9
(42)
Trekking Guide
I'm a JMGA certified hiking and ski guide and UIMLA mountain leader. I've traveled more than 50 countries as tour guide of trekking, skiing, cycling tour. I've visited overseas mountains such as Europe Alps, Canadian Rockies, New Zealand, Patagonia. I stayed in Zermatt, Switzerland for 4 years as trekking and skiing guide.
Even I traveled many countries, I also love to walk and ski the beautiful mountains in Japan. We have distinct four seasons, volcanos, hot springs in our mountain areas.
My favorite mountain area is the North Japan Alps, Mt. Fuji and Yatsugatake mountains. Of course sake and tasty Japanese food too!
I hope you to enjoy the nature, culture and communication with Japanese people during your stay in Japan. Looking forward to enjoying Japanese mountains with you!
Languages
Japanese | English
Certificates
JMGA
What people are saying about Yuichi
Juan
Adam
Great day, Yuichi was great, prompt pick up, answered all our questions and bought the good weather
Michael
We thoroughly enjoyed our hike with Yuichi. Waking up to sunrise on top of the Mountain was amazing, the hut was truly authentic and the people were very attentive. Yuichi was a brilliant guide, he shared facts and stories and was extremely encouraging! Thankyou so much Yuichi!
normprev@live.ca
KRISTOFFER
it was great overall, the communication and process , just wished the guide wouldve made it more memorable by being more interactive,, it was a solo trip for me so it wouldve been cool if he took random videos or snap shots of me doing the hike.. afterall its a once in a lifetime type of thing for us not from Japan to do this... but other than that great guide.
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