The tour guide recommended the Pirate Chicken and the Golden Yoro Milk, which were delicious. The scenery along the way was breathtaking. Three and a half hours wasn't enough to reach Myojin Pond. I hope to have the opportunity to come back and complete the tour in the future.
The tour guide took meticulous care of us, the tour schedule was well-arranged, the weather was fine and sunny, and we enjoyed the beautiful natural scenery.
If a car is providing transportation, passengers should be informed beforehand that the car only goes as far as Hirayu Onsen Station, and passengers must take a bus from the onsen station to Kamikochi themselves; otherwise, passengers will be caught off guard.
It was a truly lush and breathtaking view. I fully absorbed the magnificent scenery that the camera couldn't capture. Most of the people were Japanese, but it doesn't matter if you don't speak Japanese. The meeting place was a bit confusing. It took a long time because of the rain, but sleeping and then waking up to go trekking was the best.
The meeting point was next to a convenience store, where you could buy water or drinks for the journey after checking in. It was my first time visiting Kamikochi, and it was raining, which added to the experience. The air was fresh and the environment was serene; it must be a great place to go in the summer. Our guide, Xiao Yu, was very attentive and provided detailed explanations. On the way back, he even recommended some Nagoya restaurants.
Although it rained throughout the trip, turning the beautiful scenery of Shanggaochi into muddy, yellow water, the presence of two bus drivers who took turns driving made me feel safe. We were an hour late due to traffic, but the driver kindly extended the departure time by an hour, allowing everyone more time to enjoy the scenery. I thought it was great; even though the weather wasn't great, it gave me a reason to go again! 👍
It's a shame that the cable car is crowded in the summer and lacks air conditioning. The ticket exchange instructions are unclear; they should have stated that tickets are exchanged on the second floor.
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Kamikochi Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Kamikochi year round climate
Spring (March–May): 5.3–15°C on average, with fluctuating temperatures and relatively high rainfall, particularly in May. Popular activities: enjoying spring scenery, hiking. Recommended attire: warm jacket, waterproof clothing, comfortable hiking boots.
Summer (June–August): 19.4–25.5°C on average, warm and humid with abundant rainfall and occasional thunderstorms. Popular activities: mountain climbing, riverside walks, admiring alpine plants. Recommended attire: breathable and sweat-wicking clothing, lightweight raincoat, sun hat.
Autumn (September–November): 8.4–22.5°C on average, comfortable and pleasant with gradually decreasing rainfall. Popular activities: viewing autumn leaves, hiking, birdwatching. Recommended attire: light jacket, comfortable trousers.
Winter (December–February): 0.1–2.7°C on average, cold and dry with a low probability of snowfall. Popular activities: snow hiking (if there is snow), enjoying winter landscapes. Recommended attire: warm clothing, waterproof jacket, warm hat, gloves, and scarf.
Kamikochi climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 12.4°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1744 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: May
Kamikochi monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
0.1°C
62.6
February
0.6°C
106.8
March
5.3°C
142
April
11.6°C
175.6
May
15°C
250.4
June
19.4°C
216
July
24°C
224.5
August
25.5°C
103
September
22.5°C
163.9
October
13.7°C
121
November
8.4°C
119.7
December
2.7°C
58.6
Kamikochi weather for the next seven days
9/23
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
22.1°C/12.6°C
9/24
Thursday
Light rain shower
19.3°C/14°C
9/25
Friday
Mist
21.5°C/11.7°C
9/26
Saturday
Light rain shower
17.8°C/11.3°C
9/27
Sunday
Fog
19.4°C/12.6°C
9/28
Monday
Fog
19.1°C/14.4°C
9/29
Tuesday
Overcast
17.9°C/13°C
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