[2025 Tateyama Attraction] Travel Guide for Mount Tate (Updated Jul)

Day1️⃣Shanghai—Nagoya ✈️Take the shuttle bus from T2 to T1 after landing with Spring Airlines 🚊Take the JR Meitetsu Limited Express to Nagoya 🚌22:40 Take the bus from station No. 1 to Kanazawa at 05:15 (tickets must be purchased in advance) 🍣Food: Yabaton Pork Cutlet 🏩Stay: Overnight bus Day2️⃣Kanazawa 🪭Visit Kanazawa Castle Park, Ozaki Shrine, Oyama Shrine, Kenrokuen Garden, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, and Higashi Chaya District 🍣Food: Omicho Fish Market, Hakuichi Ice Cream, Certified Noto Beef Yakiniku Suzuya (reservation required) 🏩Stay: HOTEL MYSTAYS Day3️⃣Kanazawa—Takaoka—Toyama 🚊Kanazawa Station to Takaoka 🎫Zuiryuji Temple admission 500 yen 🚊Takaoka Station to Etchu-Nakagawa 🎫Takaoka City Museum of Art Fujiko F. Fujio Original Drawings Exhibition (Doraemon) admission 500 yen 🚊Etchu-Nakagawa to Uwase Station, check in at Uwase Coast with snow mountains 🚊Uwase Station to Takaoka Station to Toyama Station ‼️Exchange for the next day's Tateyama package ticket at Toyama Station for 12,170 yen 🍣Food: Suisui Daigo (sake theme) 🙃Cancelled Toyama sightseeing due to heavy rain the next day... 🏩Stay: Toyoko INN Day4️⃣Tateyama Day Trip 🧳Luggage forwarding from Electric Railway Station to Shinano-Omachi for 3,000 yen per item 🚞+🚠+🚌+🚃+🚡+🚟+🚎+🚌+🚆 06:01 Electric Railway Toyama to Tateyama Station 65 minutes 07:20 Tateyama Station (Tateyama Cable Car) to Bijodaira 7 minutes 07:40 Bijodaira—(Murodo via Tengudaira) Ichirodou (Tateyama Highland Bus) 50 minutes Snow Wall 9:30–15:00 10:45 Murodo—Daikanbo—Daikanbo Summit Observatory (Midagahara Tunnel Trolleybus) 10 minutes 11:10 Daikanbo—Kurobedaira (Aerial Tramway) 7 minutes 12:00 Kurobedaira—Kurobe Lake—Kurobe Dam (Kurobe Cable Car) 5 minutes 🍣Food: Kurobe Dam Rest House Blue Curry Rice 13:05 Kurobe Dam to Ogizawa (Kanden Tunnel Electric Bus) 16 minutes 13:30 Ogizawa to Shinano-Omachi Station (Bus) 30 minutes, retrieve luggage at station 🚊JR Shinano-Omachi Station to Matsumoto Station 🏩Stay: Premier Hotel Cabin Matsumoto Day5️⃣Matsumoto—Nagoya Matsumoto Castle Tower, Matsumoto City Museum of Art Tezuka Osamu, Yayoi Kusama Exhibition 🚌12:30 Bus to Nagoya at 16:00, buy tickets at No. 5 gate for 3,400 yen 🍣Food: Isomaru Suisan 🏩Stay: Nagoya Sakae Hotel Day6️⃣7️⃣Nagoya Komeda’s Coffee Kato Coffee Shop 08:00–16:00 Hida Beef Yakiniku Maruaki, reservations possible 🚌8:10 Airport bus 45 minutes to Oasis 21 bus station below 🧳Free luggage storage at the Flight Park entrance on the first floor of T2 🐈Visit the hometown of the beckoning cat

An Alpine Adventure Across the Roof of Japan The Alpine Route travels through rugged terrain to the heart of Japan's Northern Alps. Kurobe Dam is a magnificent piece of engineering that is well worth a visit. The Alpine Route opens in mid-April and closes at the end of November. There are distinct seasonal features here, such as the Murodo Daisetsu Valley with its 20-meter-high snow wall and the beautiful autumn leaves of the Tateyama Mountains, which are dyed in red and yellow. Explore the Roof of Japan A natural journey through the Northern Japan Alps is unique and spectacular. This mountain range is also known as the "Roof of Japan" because of its extremely high altitude. Walk through towering snow walls, ride a cable car, and take in the magical beauty of Toyama. Take a walk in Hell Valley, where you can see traces of the volcanic upheaval. Volcanic activity shaped the landforms of the sulfurous rock Jigokudani and the nearby Tateyama crater. Enjoy the mountain scenery As you hike around Murodo, you can see the famous peaks near Murodo from different angles, such as Tateyama, the sacred mountain that gives the area its namesake, and Tsurugiyama, one of Japan's most challenging mountaineering destinations. Transportation: You can take the train to the Murodo area. To reach Murodo via the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, the road ends at Tateyama Station in Toyama Prefecture at one end and at Ogizawa in neighboring Omachi City in Nagano Prefecture at the other, but you can start from either side. The journey from Dentetsu Toyama Station in Tateyama to Murodo along the Alpine Route takes about 2.5 hours, using trains, cable cars, and buses.

[Tateyama mountain range seen from Toyama City] As Toyama City's catchphrase states, "The best seat to view Tateyama," the Tateyama mountain range seen from Toyama City is overwhelmingly majestic! For the people of Toyama Prefecture, Tateyama is like a guardian deity. I feel that the scenery that makes you want to look at it forever enriches the soul. Please go to Toyama Prefecture and see this view for yourself☺️ #breathtakingview

Mount Tate, located in Toyama Prefecture, is one of Japan's three sacred mountains, alongside Mount Fuji and Mount Haku. Standing over 3,000 meters above sea level, it has become a popular destination for hikers and those seeking tranquility amidst majestic nature, regardless of the season. The journey to Mount Tate begins in Toyama City, where you can take a train to Tateyama Station. From there, switch to a cable car and special buses to access the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. This route offers breathtaking views of mountains, snow, waterfalls, and misty lakes. Along the way, you'll reach "Murodo," the highest point of the route, which serves as the starting point for hiking up Mount Tate. The hiking trail to the summit begins at Murodo, passing through snowfields and alpine flower meadows. Some sections feature steep rocky slopes, while others have wooden walkways where you can pause to take in the expansive scenery. The highlight of the hike is standing atop Mount Tate amidst light mist and cool breezes, gazing down at a sea of clouds and a grand panorama of mountain ranges. If time permits, you can stay overnight in a traditional Japanese mountain hut to witness the first rays of morning light illuminating the summit—a sight more captivating than words can describe. Hiking Mount Tate is not just an ordinary travel experience; it is an escape from the chaos and a true immersion into nature. For travelers seeking peace, beauty, and challenge, Mount Tate offers an unforgettable experience.

I originally thought that the only thing to do in Tateyama Kurobe was to see the snow wall! I didn’t expect the reservoir sightseeing water release would be so beautiful! Tateyama Kurobe Transfers Transportation Information Must-see Attractions Where to go in Toyama? Here is the recommended Toyama attraction: Tateyama Kurobe. Japan has three sacred mountains: Mount Fuji, Mt. Hakusan and Tateyama. Of course, Tateyama Kurobe is a must-see attraction in Toyama Prefecture. Tateyama Kurobe, also known as the Japanese Alps, spans between Toyama Prefecture and Nagano, and consists of two places, Tateyama and Kurobe. When is the best month to go to Tateyama Kurobe in Japan? The Tateyama Kurobe we are usually familiar with has snow walls from mid-April to late June every year. In fact, Tateyama Kurobe, which spans summer and autumn, has magnificent alpine scenery. From June 26th to October 15th every year, there is the beautiful sightseeing release of Kurobe Dam. In autumn, Tateyama Kurobe is a great place to view red leaves. So if you want to go to Tateyama Kurobe, in addition to the snow wall season, there are different scenery in different seasons. The beautiful scenery in summer and autumn is also recommended.

🏔️Tateyama Kurobe, known as the "Japanese Alps", is located in central Japan and is closed for half a year every year. In spring, the locals shovel snow and clear the mountains, forming the famous "Snow Valley", or snow wall. Many people may have seen photos online and mistakenly thought they were from Hokkaido or other places. In fact, this is Tateyama, one of the most expensive tourist attractions in Japan. Tateyama is accessible from Toyama City and Nagano City. Today we will only introduce how to get there from Toyama City. Toyama is the base camp for traveling in Hokuriku. It is a leisurely little town and it is worth staying there for a few more days. ✅Prepare in advance: 🥢It takes a whole day to get to Tateyama, and there are few options for eating on the mountain. It is recommended to bring your favorite food and have a picnic in the mountains, the environment is good and comfortable. 🧣Tateyama is about 2,450 meters above sea level, and the temperature difference is large, so you can bring a long-sleeved jacket in summer. If you don’t have it, it doesn’t matter. There are Montbell and North Face stores on the top of the mountain and they can restock at any time. 🤳It is best to check the LIVECAMER in advance or search on YouTube before going up the mountain. If the weather is bad and it is raining, it is not recommended to go. Clouds and fog are normal, and sunny days are lucky. 🚦Specific transportation: 🚞Go to Toyama Railway Station to buy tickets. Note, it is not JR Toyama Station. Dentetsu Toyama Station is right next to the JR station on the left. 🎫There is a window at the railway station that sells transportation tickets to and from Tateyama Murodo (all transportation included). The adult ticket is close to 10,000 yen, which is really expensive. No reservation is required during off-peak season. 🚟Itinerary: Take the train to Tateyama Station (1 hour), then transfer to the Tateyama Cable Car to Bijodaira (7 minutes), then transfer to the Tateyama Plateau Bus (sit on the left side of the bus) to Murodo (the top of the mountain) (1 hour). 🚌Transfers may seem complicated, but they are actually very smooth and there is nothing to worry about. The plateau bus is similar to the tourist buses in domestic scenic spots. It will stop at designated times to allow everyone to tour and take photos, which is very humane. 👣How to visit: ⛰️After arriving at Murodo, you can start shopping. Murodo is similar to a mountaineering base camp in China, except that this area is very large. The official provides four different hiking routes: ABCD. Each route is marked with a time, and everyone can hike as needed. We chose the D route with the largest loop, which takes 2 hours for one loop, and about 2.5-3 hours including breaks and meals. 🚸These routes basically do not require climbing, there are only some not too high or too long stairs, which can be easily handled by the elderly and children. Feel free to find a place that you feel comfortable to rest and have lunch. It is recommended to choose the lakeside of Yukuri Lake. Finally, return to Toyama City along the original route. During your trip to Hokuriku, you can also go to Tateyama and experience the relaxing feeling of walking in the clouds. #Hokuriku #JapanTravel #JapanFreeTravel

Europe's Alps have long been a dream destination, but who knew that in Japan, you could enjoy the same experience. 😃😃😃 🌟 Highlights: It's truly a mountain that boasts the scenery of all four seasons. The snowy peaks contrast with the warm spring-like conditions at the mountain's base. The vivid colors of nature are truly like a painting. 👍👍👍 👍 Most recommended: Taking the full train ride not only allows you to overlook the beautiful scenery throughout, but the combination of mountains and sea here is even more amazing. You can imagine one side with romantic cherry blossoms, while the mountain top is a path of ice and snow. It really makes you reflect on the wonders of nature. A spot in Japan that is definitely worth recommending for your trip.

We depart from Tateyama Station and take a cable car and bus to Murodo. (We recommend making a reservation in advance online.) When we arrive at Murodo, we are at 2450m. The climb starts here, and we aim for the summit of Mt. Tateyama at 3015m. We start by catching our breath on the gentle route, and then we climb as if clinging to the mountain, which gets gradually tougher. Even in August, there is still snow, and I thought it might be a little cooler, but the temperature seems to be higher than usual. We reached the summit in about 2.5 hours, and then we toasted with beer before heading down. The climb took just over 5 hours in total! #Tateyama #TateyamaKurobeAlpineRoute

Tateyama Kurobe is a must-visit place in your life✨ It was also my first solo travel I went up the mountain a few days ago. The weather is bad and I am afraid the mountain will be closed. But I was really lucky that the mountain was closed after I walked around the snow wall. (We were very lucky because the mountain was completely closed to tourists in the first few days) I am satisfied to be able to take a cover photo~ Walking in the snow wall, I realized how insignificant humans are. How shocking the wonders of nature are! #Nagoya #Tateyama Kurobe #Snow Wall

Tateyama Kurobe is an absolutely stunning place. This region offers breathtaking beauty, whether it’s majestic mountains, rushing rivers or majestic glaciers. When you climb Mt. Tateyama, you will be struck by the magnificent scenery, as if you are in a fairyland. The Kurobe Tateyama Electric Railway's scenic trains travel through tunnels and bridges, taking you through breathtaking valleys and gorges. And from the Kurobe Tateyama Ropeway, you will see breathtaking cliffs and beautiful lakes. Tateyama Kurobe offers travelers an indescribable sense of beauty, leaving them in awe of the magnificence and wonder of nature. Whether you climb to the top of the mountain or walk along the trail, the scenery here will definitely make you linger.