[2025 Chino Attraction] Travel Guide for Kurumayama Highland (Updated Apr)

Originally, we planned to take a trip on Japan's most beautiful road, the Venus Line. We discovered that this high mountain road passes through many highlands, including Yachiho Highland, Shirakaba Pond Tateshina Highland, Kirigamine Highland, and Kurumayama Highland. After leaving Shirakaba Pond, we planned to head to Kirigamine Highland. In the summer, you can take a cable car to the top of the mountain to enjoy the scenery or hike down. The views are truly stunning. In winter, this place is a skiing paradise, so the cable car we took is actually the same one used for skiing in winter. It was a really special experience. Before taking the cable car, the sky was clear with beautiful blue skies and white clouds, offering an amazing view! We even switched cable cars midway. By the time we reached the top, it started to get foggy, sometimes clear and sometimes foggy! And it gets really cold at the top with the fog and wind. At the summit of Kirigamine, there is a huge round ball, which is a weather station, as well as the Kurumayama Shrine, and an excellent observation deck with great views. Taking the Cable Car at Kirigamine Highland Kitayama, Chino, Nagano 391-0301 Japan

I originally wanted to take a trip to Japan's most beautiful road, the "Venus Line", but I found that the entire mountain road passes through many plateaus, including Yachiho Plateau, Shirakabaike Tateshina Plateau, Kurumayama Plateau and Kirignomine Plateau. After leaving Shirakabaike, we planned to go to Kurumayama Plateau. In summer, you can take a cable car to the top of the mountain to enjoy the scenery, or you can hike down the mountain. The scenery is really beautiful. In winter, this is a ski resort, so the cable car we took was actually the same cable car used for skiing in winter. It was a really special experience. Before taking the cable car, there was blue sky and white clouds, and the view was super beautiful! We also changed cable cars in the middle. When we finally reached the top of the mountain, fog started to rise, sometimes clear and sometimes foggy! And it will be really cold when it is foggy and windy at the top of the mountain. There is a huge sphere on the top of the Kuruma Mountain, which is a weather station. There is also a Kuruma Mountain Shrine and a super good viewing platform with a great view. Because it was foggy and colder at the top of the mountain, we couldn't stay there for long! I had to take some photos quickly and then hurried down the mountain. Sure enough, the fog dissipated after we changed to the second cable car and lowered the altitude. As a result, it started raining when we left the Kurumi Plateau and headed towards the Kirignomine Plateau! #Japan #Kurumayama Plateau #cable car #Shirakaba Pond #Venus Highway #Venus #mostbeautifulroad #Mist Peak #goodplaceforfamily #familytravel

Kurumayama Plateau in Chino, Nagano Prefecture is the perfect place for hiking, winter sports, and driving! Lake Shirakaba viewed from the heights was very beautiful and impressive🏔️ There is a lift and you can climb to the top of Kurumayama, but it was very windy and cold in winter, so I would like to climb it when I visit in the summer🚠 There are facilities where you can buy souvenirs and have a restaurant, so it seems like a good place to stop by for a break from driving🚙 📍Location: Kitayama, Chino City, Nagano Prefecture 391-0301 💞Reason for recommendation: Lake Shirakaba viewed from the heights! #Free hotel stay #Lake Shirakaba #Nagano #Nagano sightseeing #Nagano trip #Chino #Kurumayama #Kurumayama Plateau

This time, we will introduce you to some great spots that you can easily visit! This is the 📍Kurumayama Plateau in Nagano. You can easily access the summit by taking a lift! From the summit, you can see the Yatsugatake mountain range, and the majestic scenery is truly spectacular✨ You can also go hiking or trekking! When trekking, wear comfortable shoes (trekking shoes) and clothes that are easy to move in! Another attractive feature is that it is cool even in summer because of the high altitude! It gets cold in the evening, so it's a good idea to bring a long-sleeved jacket! *If you are going to take the lift, make sure to check the time of the last lift! #Furitabi #Nagano #Nagano Tourism

Climbing Kurumayama was perfect for beginners! It was a pleasant adventure, with the joy of walking in nature and feeling the breath of the mountains! The scenery was spectacular! I was moved by the beauty of nature, and the refreshing air felt good! The scenery changed with each step, and the excitement of the climb became an unforgettable memory! The course was easy to walk, so even beginners could try it! The slope was gentle, and I was able to enjoy the sights along the way! I was happy to be able to walk at my own pace! The sense of accomplishment when I reached the summit was exceptional! I will never forget the excitement of being surrounded by a 360-degree view! The breathtaking view while feeling the breath of nature was a valuable experience that touched my heart! Climbing Kurumayama was a wonderful experience! Even beginners can enjoy it, and you can enjoy the beauty of nature! It was refreshing in both body and mind! It was a wonderful place where I could feel the joy of interacting with nature! I want to go again! #PR #Accommodation report

The French toast at "Korobokkuru Hut" is superb! We enjoyed a luxurious breakfast in the unique atmosphere of a mountain hut! Eating while bathed in the morning sun was the ultimate luxury! The French toast was fragrant, crisp on the outside and fluffy inside! The simple yet rich flavor spread in my mouth and I spent a blissful moment! The exquisite balance of the quality of the ingredients and the cooking method was superb! I was moved by the luxury of enjoying a delicious meal while looking at the scenery! I was able to refresh my mind and body while becoming one with nature! The pleasant air and delicious food were the perfect combination! The unique experience of a mountain hut will stay in my mind, and it's a place I want to visit again! Thank you for the wonderful memories! I want to come again! #PR #JapaneseGourmet