Description
Mt Nishihodaka is in the Hodaka mountain range in the North Japan Alps. The views of the nearby North Japan Alps mountain ranges from the summit at 2909m are breathtaking. You can also enjoy it during your climb along the normal route on your way to the summit.
The ropeway from Shinhodaka and the conveniently located Nishiho Hut make Mt Nishihodaka an accessible mountain. It is a very popular destination through the seasons for climbers wanting to challenge the Hodaka mountain range. However, in the 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.
Available Period: December – March (best is over the new year’s and mid March)
I offer you the following itinerary.
Day 1: I will pick you up from your hotel. Take a ropeway from Shinhodaka Onsen and then a 2 hour walk to Nishiho Hut at 2385m.
Day 2: Summit day. Climb up to the summit of Mt Nishihodaka at 2909m. Then descend all the way to Shinhodaka Onsen via the ropeway. I will drop you off at your hotel.
Are you looking to gain a new experience and get a good feel of the Japan Alps? Then join me for this climb!
Extra details
Cost
1 person – JPY 80,000 per person
2 people – JPY 56,000 per person
Included in Price:-
Guide Fee
Excluded from Price:-
Accommodation (JPY 9,500 per person), Guide Expense (ca. JPY 20,000), Gear rental (JPY 1,000 per item), Guest Transportation Cost (JPY 2,900)
*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 at JPY 1,000 per item
Guide Ratio
Up to 2 people
Previous Experience
Previous winter mountaineering experience is necessary
Fitness Level
Be able to be on the move for 8 hours a day
Technical Level
Must be able to use crampons and an ice axe
Duration
2 days
Timing
December – March; new years and mid March is the best time
Spots of interest
Nishihodaka Winter Climb views
Views during winter climb of Nishihodaka
Price per person
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Extras
More info | Best timing for the ascent is over the news years when it is not crowded and mid March. |
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