[Kurobe Tateyama Snow Wall 3-Day Tour] God's Furusato"Kamikochi" & Northern Alps "Snowy Otani" & Hida Takayama Old Street & World Heritage "Shirakawa-go" & Kenrokuen Garden & Arakurayama Sengen Park | Stay 2 nights at a hot spring hotel | Depart from Shinjuku

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- Itinerary Information -

・Meeting time: 7:15 at Shinjuku

・Meeting place: Shinjuku Metropolitan Government Building Large Bus Parking Lot

・Departure time: 7:30 from Shinjuku

・Return information: Arrive around JR Shinjuku Station at around 20:00

- Attractions -

・「Alpine Route」Kurobe Tateyama

The Kurobe Tateyama Alpine Route is one of the world's most famous mountaineering routes. The entire route runs through the Northern Alps. Due to the altitude difference of nearly 2,000 meters, you can enjoy completely different natural landscapes along the way. Tateyama is one of the three sacred mountains in Japan, along with Mt. Fuji and Mt. Hakusan. Every year when the mountain opens, many tourists come from far and wide to visit. Whether it is the world-famous snow walls or the magnificent alpine scenery that can be enjoyed in Bijodaira and Murodo, they are all must-see sights in a lifetime!

◆Murodo

Murodo Station, at an altitude of 2,450 meters, is the highest station in Japan. The nearby Mikuri Pond is known as the most beautiful volcanic lake in the Northern Alps. The lake water remains frozen until June, and the lake surface is usually covered with snow. When the ice and snow melt, the lake water will appear a very pure blue, which is very beautiful. Strolling along the nearby trails, you can not only enjoy rare wild flowers and lush alpine vegetation such as pine trees, but if you are lucky, you may even see traces of Japan's Special Natural Monument "Thunderbird"!

・"God's Furusato" Kamikochi

Kamikochi is located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. Although it is located deep in the mountains, it is surrounded by mountains such as Yakedake and Hotaka Mountain Range. In addition, the Azusa River runs through it, forming a unique natural landscape in the area. In summer, Kamikochi is a famous summer resort in the hearts of the Japanese. Not only does it have a pleasant climate, but the mountain scenery along the way is also amazing. The "Taisho Pond - Kappa Bridge" route is recommended for beginners, while those with considerable hiking experience are recommended to go deeper into the "Kappa Bridge - Myojin Bridge" section. Once you reach Myojin Pond, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the fairy-like lake scenery!

※When choosing a route, please consider your own ability and the time required for the return trip to avoid being late or getting injured.

◆Taisho Pond

It originated from the eruption of Mount Yake in 1915, which blocked part of the Azusagawa River and changed the local topography. From the shore of Taisho Pond, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the Hotaka Mountain Range reflected on the water surface, making you feel like you have entered a fantasy world.

◆Kappa Bridge

Kappa Bridge is the most representative building in Kamikochi. It is built with wood from both sides of the Azusa River. As the weather changes, you can enjoy different views from the bridge. In the novel "Kappa" by the famous writer Ryunosuke Akutagawa, Kappa Bridge and Taisho Pond were mentioned in particular. Because of this, Kappa Bridge became famous and became a representative attraction of Kamikochi.

※When choosing a route, please consider your own ability and the time required for the return trip to avoid being late or getting injured.

・Arakurayama Sengen Park

A famous Mount Fuji scenic spot, after climbing 397 steps you can enjoy the classic Japanese scenery of Mount Fuji and the five-story pagoda! As the seasons change, you can see different atmospheres. The cherry blossoms in spring and the snow scenes in winter are particularly famous. Every autumn, the leaves around the five-story pagoda turn red, and the five-story pagoda and Mount Fuji in the distance are so beautiful that it takes your breath away. There is a constant flow of visitors, and this is a must-visit spot to enjoy the view of Mount Fuji!

・Hida Takayama Old Street

Takayama Old Street is a famous ancient castle town in Japan. It once prospered as a merchant town. The three main streets of Kamimachi and Shitamachi are especially known as the "old town area". Walking along these streets, you can admire the endless rows of lattice buildings, canals flowing under the eaves, and sake breweries with "Sake Forest" signs made of cedar leaves, showing a strong traditional atmosphere. These old buildings and shops are full of traces of history and are symbols of the history and culture of Takayama City. In Uemachi, you will find many nostalgic sweets shops, traditional craft shops, and gourmet shops featuring the local specialty "Mitarashi dango", which attract many tourists. Shitamachi retains many shops that are closely related to the daily lives of citizens, such as bakeries, antique shops, farm tool stores, stationery stores, etc. The streets here still retain the style of the old times, and for tourists who want to experience the local culture in depth, it is a secret attraction not to be missed.

・Shirakawa-go Gassho Village

Shirakawa-go, located in the Hida region of Japan, is a village known as the "Secret Land of Japan" and is famous for its unique Gassho-style architecture. These traditional buildings were designated as an Important Preservation Area for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 1976, and were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 along with Gokayama in Toyama Prefecture. Shirakawa-go not only displays the original landscape of rural Japan, but also retains the profound rural culture and lifestyle, and is known as the "original Furusato of Japan." Shirakawa-go is located in the Hida Mountains, with the Sho River flowing through it, forming this unique village. This is a famous heavy snow area in Japan. The accumulated snow in winter will isolate the village from the outside world, making Shirakawa-go a secret place that is difficult to reach. However, it is this natural environment that has shaped the unique local lifestyle. In summer, it is cool and pleasant here; in winter, the village is covered with thick snow, and the depth of snow in February can even reach more than 170 centimeters. Shirakawa-go has a long history, and local residents follow the three principles of "no selling, no renting, and no demolition" to protect the appearance of traditional buildings and maintain the overall appearance of the community. This spirit of protecting cultural heritage has been highly praised internationally. The Gassho-style buildings in Shirakawa-go are famous for their mountain-shaped structures made of interlaced wooden beams, a design that adapts to the local natural environment of heavy snow. The unique style of these buildings makes people feel as if they are in an ancient world where time has stopped, and experience the charm of traditional Japanese culture.

・Kenrokuen Garden

Kenrokuen Garden is located in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the three most famous gardens in Japan, along with Korakuen in Okayama and Kairakuen in Mito. The garden was built in the mid-17th century and developed from the lotus pond garden built by Kaga Domain Lord Maeda Tsunaori outside Kanazawa Castle. After several expansions and reconstructions, it eventually became a pond-and-spring garden with an area of ​​approximately 11.7 hectares. The name of the garden, Kenrokuen, was given by Matsudaira Sadanobu, which means it has six kinds of beautiful scenery: grandeur, seclusion, human power, antiquity, water springs, and views. Famous attractions in the park include the Huizhen Lantern, the Fountain, the Shiyu Pavilion and the Karasaki Pine. The scenery varies in each season, and the snow-capped mountains in winter are especially famous. In 1922, Kenrokuen was designated as a national scenic spot and in 1985 it was upgraded to a special scenic spot. As a representative attraction of Kanazawa City, Kenrokuen Garden attracts a large number of tourists every year to admire its unique natural and cultural landscapes.

- Important Information -

Please note the following points before going to Kamikochi or Tateyama Kurobe:

1. The temperature difference is large in the mountains, and it is easy to rain suddenly. Please be sure to wear non-slip mountaineering equipment and warm clothes and bring a raincoat or umbrella.

2. Please make sure to bring the following items with you just in case: hiking shoes, first aid medicine, dry food and mineral water.