[2025 Matsumoto Attraction] Travel Guide for Chubu-Sangaku National Park (Updated Mar)

Kamikochi is one of Japan's most beautiful natural attractions. Located in Nagano Prefecture, it is surrounded by the high mountains of Chubu Sangaku National Park. With its picturesque landscape, Kamikochi is a popular destination for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. ⛅️The best seasons to visit Kamikochi Kamikochi is only open from mid-April to mid-November, and each season has its own unique beauty. • Spring (April - June) → Snow starts to melt, flowers and trees start to bloom • Summer (July - August) → Cool weather, perfect for hiking • Autumn (September - October) → Leaves change colors to red, orange and yellow, very beautiful • Winter (November - April) → Closed due to heavy snowfall 🚌#TravelJapan How to get to Kamikochi Private cars are not allowed in Kamikochi. Tourists must travel by bus or taxi from nearby cities. 1. From Tokyo → Kamikochi • By train: • Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo → Matsumoto Station (~2.5 hrs) • Transfer to the Matsumoto Dentetsu Line to Shin-Shimashima Station (~30 min) • Then take the Alpico Bus to Kamikochi (~1 hr) • By direct bus: • There is an Alpico Highway Bus from Shinjuku directly to Kamikochi (~5-6 hrs) 2. From Osaka / Kyoto → Kamikochi • By train: • Take the Shinkansen to Nagoya → Transfer to the train to Matsumoto • Then travel the same way as from Tokyo • By direct bus: • There are direct buses from Osaka and Kyoto to Kamikochi (~6-7 hrs) 3. From Nagoya → Kamikochi • Take the Limited Express Shinano to Matsumoto (~2 hrs) • Transfer to the same train and bus routes Additional advice ✅ Bring comfortable walking shoes because there are many trails. ✅ Dress according to the season, especially in the morning and evening, the weather is cool even in summer. ✅ Bring food and water because there are limited restaurants. ✅ Don't litter because this place emphasizes nature conservation.

#japantrip Chubu Sangaku National Park, located in the central region of Japan, is renowned for its stunning mountain landscapes, encompassing the Northern Alps (Hida Mountains), Central Alps (Kiso Mountains), and Southern Alps (Akaishi Mountains). The park offers a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, and nature photography, with scenic trails leading to picturesque peaks, alpine lakes, and hot springs. Visitors can explore traditional villages like Shirakawa-go, designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites, and enjoy cultural experiences amidst the park's rich natural beauty, making it a popular destination year-round for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

#localescapes Chūbu-Sangaku National Park is one of outstanding areas of natural beauty which preserved by UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One of the country's most spectacular of these is Chūbu-Sangaku National Park in the center of Honshu, northern and central regions is the group of mountains collectively referred to as the Hida mountains or Japanese Alps. You could see a beautiful of abundance of snow in winter which is a great place to relax and enjoying the weekend with your family. Address- Chiluniltsu, Otari, Kitaazumi district, Nagano City, Japan.

#Hotakayama #Japanese Attractions Hotaka is located in the Hida Mountains of Japan. All of its major peaks, except for Mae-Hotaka, are located on the border of Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, and Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. The peaks of Okuhotaka, Karasawa, Kitahotaka, Maehotaka, and Nishihotaka are called the Hotaka Mountains. The highest peak in this mountain range, and also the highest peak in both Nagano and Gifu prefectures, is Okuhotakadake, known as the “main peak of the Northern Alps.” Okuhotakadake is 3,190 meters above sea level and is the third highest peak in Japan after Mount Fuji and Mount Kitayama. In 1906, Gunji Abe completed the first ascent of Okuhotakadake. To view the Hotaka Mountains, you can take the cable car up to Nishi-Hotakadake, which is 3,090 meters above sea level. From the viewing platform, you can have a panoramic view of the Hotaka peaks. #Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Japan Good Places #Japan Tour #Mountain #Mountaintop Cable Car #Mountaintop Park #Nagano Prefecture #Gifu Prefecture