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— Attraction Highlights —

Kamikochi is a scenic resort and summer retreat in the upper reaches of the Azusa River in the southern Hida Mountains of western Nagano, Japan, at an elevation of about 1,500 m. Entirely within Matsumoto City, it is part of Chubu-Sangaku National Park and a nationally designated cultural property (Special Place of Scenic Beauty and Special Natural Monument). There are hot springs here, and it also serves as a base for climbing Mt. Hotaka and Mt. Yari. The name "Kamikochi" comes from the hiragana reading of "Kamikouchi" (神垣內), which refers to the deity of Hotaka Shrine, Hotakami-no-Mikoto, descending upon Mt. Hotaka and being enshrined here (at Hotaka Shrine's Okumiya and Myojin Pond). To protect the natural environment, private cars are not allowed in.

[Taisho Pond]

Taisho Pond is a volcanic lake formed by the 1915 eruption of Mt. Yake. The withered standing trees in the pond create different dreamlike scenes depending on the season and time of day.

[Tashiro Pond]

Tashiro Pond is a shallow wetland; fresh greenery in May, golden leaves in October, and thin ice in late autumn all make for stunning views.

[Kappa Bridge]

Kappa Bridge is Kamikochi's most iconic spot, a 5-minute walk from the bus terminal. From the bridge you can see the Hotaka mountain range, Mt. Yake, and the Azusa River. It draws crowds of visitors from Japan and abroad during the May holidays, summer vacation, and autumn foliage season.

Taisho Pond → Tashiro Pond → Tashiro Bridge → Kappa Bridge → Kamikochi Bus Terminal

Lunch is on your own near Kappa Bridge.

If weather or traffic conditions prevent the visit, the itinerary changes to Magome-juku and Matsumoto Castle Park.

[Important Road Notice]

National Route 158 is currently closed due to a landslide.

A detour is therefore required, and one-way travel time is expected to increase by about 30 minutes.

As a result, time at Kamikochi may be shortened.

The tour leader will give more details about the stay time on the day of the tour.

Please listen carefully so as not to miss any instructions.

Thank you for your understanding.

Spanning Toyama and Nagano Prefectures, "Tateyama Kurobe" is also known as the "Japanese Alps" and the "Roof of Japan." Murododaira on Mt. Tate, at 2,450 m above sea level, is one of the world's snowiest places. Autumn foliage is at its best from mid-September, and snow becomes likely in mid-to-late October. The spectacular foliage season keeps many visitors coming back!

— Tateyama Kurobe Notes —