Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Day Tour from Nagano
Tours • From Nagano

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Day Tour from Nagano

English guided
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★ 4.8 (77) • 2K+ booked
NZ$ 142.20
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (including Tateyama Kurobe transportation ticket) & Kamikochi 2-Day Tour
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (including Tateyama Kurobe transportation ticket) & Kamikochi 2-Day Tour

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★ 4.9 (45) • 600+ booked
NZ$ 344.35
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One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
Tours • From Kanazawa

One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa

English guided
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★ 4.8 (73) • 1K+ booked
NZ$ 222.19
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Full-Day Discovery
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Full-Day Discovery

English guided
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★ 5.0 (4) • 300+ booked
NZ$ 244.39
Kamikochi & Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Tour (From Tokyo)
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Kamikochi & Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Tour (From Tokyo)

English guided
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NZ$ 459.89
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Kurobe Tateyama & Kamikochi Autumn Scenery Two-Day Tour: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi Hiking (Departing from Nagoya)
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Kurobe Tateyama & Kamikochi Autumn Scenery Two-Day Tour: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi Hiking (Departing from Nagoya)

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi 2-Day Bus Tour
Tours • From Osaka

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi 2-Day Bus Tour

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Nagoya Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Full-Day Tour with Meals
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagoya Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Full-Day Tour with Meals

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NZ$ 422.10
Nagano Snow Wall Alpine Route Guided Tour
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Nagano Snow Wall Alpine Route Guided Tour

English guided
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★ 4.8 (160) • 2K+ booked
NZ$ 429.05
Shirakawago&HidaTakayama&Tateyama 2 Days Trip from Osaka/Nagoya
Tours • From Osaka, Nagoya

Shirakawago&HidaTakayama&Tateyama 2 Days Trip from Osaka/Nagoya

English guided
★ 4.8 (127) • 1K+ booked
NZ$ 524.00

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Hotel Morinokaze Tateyama

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Reviews

민 **
2026-05-31 04:45:49
Fantastic 5.0
What to bring: Drinks and snacks, waterproof shoes, waterproof jacket, umbrella, hat, phone cross-body strap, backpack, wet wipes. We went on a small tour with our Alpan guide, just 11 of us. It started at 8:00 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. First, don't go to the snow wall; go to the pond first and walk as far as you can. You can see everything at the snow wall in about 25 minutes round trip. You can see the pond with melted ice, the hot springs in the distance, and if you're lucky, even the mascot bird. The bird poses well, so you can comfortably take photos. Although it was a very quick tour, I'm satisfied. I'm thinking of going again personally during the upcoming winter season. Alpan guides are the best! If you get an Alpan guide, your trip will be much easier.
Cheung ***
2026-08-11 07:31:07
Fantastic 5.0
I've participated in other one-day tours in Japan before, but there's no comparison without a benchmark. This time, our tour leader, Xiao Yu (Yukino), truly exceeded expectations. Giving her 101 points wouldn't be an exaggeration! I want to sincerely thank our tour leader, Xiao Yu (Yukino), and our driver, Mr. Sun. Both were incredibly responsible, polite, and meticulous in their work. Throughout the trip, Xiao Yu (Yukino) thoughtfully sent us reminders via messaging apps about various important details, such as things to note, meeting times, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Everything was perfectly organized, making us feel very secure and allowing us to fully relax and enjoy our vacation. What's even more commendable is that Xiao Yu (Yukino) proactively offered to take photos for the group members! Not every tour leader does this, and it was a huge bonus! Driver Mr. Sun also drove very smoothly and safely, and his demeanor was very friendly. Additionally, I must mention that the fellow travelers on this tour were of very high quality; everyone was incredibly punctual and polite, making the entire trip exceptionally smooth. An impeccable professional team, combined with excellent fellow travelers, created a top-quality travel experience. If you're planning to book a two-day tour to Tateyama Kurobe and Kamikochi, choosing this tour is definitely the right decision!
郭 **
2026-05-11 16:44:11
Fantastic 5.0
First, I'd like to thank our tour guide, Ms. Anna, for leading us on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route tour on May 8th. From the moment we boarded the bus, she provided very detailed explanations and repeated them in both Chinese and English. It seemed like if there were Japanese participants, she might have even explained it in Japanese again. She was able to explain the origins of everything, from the history of Tateyama and its scenic spots to the herbs on the Chizushi bento box, which was truly impressive. Furthermore, during the tour, she would always be the first to arrive at the meeting point, holding her flag high, and would frequently offer helpful tips, such as information on limited-edition local products, seating areas, recommended seating positions on public transport, crowd control, and perfect timing. In short, she is a truly admirable person. Regarding the attractions, I honestly feel we were very lucky. I initially thought it would be a day ruined by heavy rain, as it was pouring heavily on the way to Tateyama Station... My heart sank at that moment. I thought, "How are we going to enjoy anything like this?" However, from Tateyama Station onwards, the rain stopped. Then, at Murodo, at a crucial moment, there was only fog and wind, but the visibility was still very good, making the experience uniquely enjoyable. The fog even created a snow-like, yet not quite snowy, atmosphere. Besides our own group, I saw many other tourists having a great time. Later, at Daikanbo, there was no rain or fog when we were at the observation deck or riding the ropeway. We were able to take in the entire panoramic view, which was truly breathtaking. Any photo taken there could easily be a postcard. At Kurobe Lake and Kurobe Dam, I had heard there would be significant rain, but by the time our group arrived at Kurobe Lake, the rain had stopped, and visibility was incredibly high. The unobstructed view of the dam was another kind of spectacular and magnificent sight. Was our group blessed with some special luck? Thank you to our tour guide and the hardworking driver. Watching him drive precisely and smoothly on the dark, winding roads on the way back showed his extensive experience. Most of the tourists, including myself, slept soundly. Thank you to all the staff for providing us with such a wonderful experience on this one-day tour! I would definitely recommend this to friends who aspire to travel independently but also want an easy way to experience the Kurobe Tateyama Alpine Route.
Klook User
2026-04-25 07:31:41
Fantastic 5.0
We had a great time on this tour and are so glad we booked it! If we could give extra stars, we would. Carp was such a great tour guide — so engaging, friendly, and informative. We appreciated how kind and considerate she was with pointing out where the stamps were when she saw we were collecting them + making sure we were on time but also giving us a lot of grace and space to take in everything. There were clear instructions and communication on how to meet, what the schedule was going to be, and they even provided us food at the end of our long day. Moreover, the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route was BEAUTIFUL. We were in awe of everything and truly believe we had such a great time thanks to Carp. She even helped us get into another tour with her last minute for a few days later to Hitachi Seaside Park! The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route tour was definitely one of the highlights of our Japan trip. Thank you Carp!
Kwok *********
2026-05-30 08:16:53
Fantastic 5.0
The tour guide for this group was from Hong Kong. Sheila, our guide, was very thoughtful. She reminded us that the bus ride would be long and advised us to buy food at a convenience store to eat if we got hungry. The trip was very comfortable, and the tour bus was spacious with plenty of room, so it didn't feel crowded. Every 2 to 3 hours, there was a rest stop where we could buy snacks and use the restroom. On the first day, we visited Kamikochi. The itinerary was well-planned, and we got to see all the intended sights. The weather that day was perfect, neither too hot nor too cold. The scenery in Kamikochi is beautiful and well worth a visit; I recommend it to everyone. Our first night's accommodation was a hot spring ryokan in Hakuba Onsen. The buffet was delicious, with a wide variety of food. On the second day, we went to Tateyama Kurobe. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, and the Snow Valley was closed, which gives us a reason to visit again in the future. We returned to Tokyo around 7 PM after the trip concluded. Our guide, Sheila, also recommended some good restaurants to try in Tokyo. We followed her advice and went to a beef tongue restaurant, which was quite tasty. We are very grateful to our guide for providing us with such an enjoyable two-day, one-night trip.
Monica ****
2026-05-19 15:52:22
Fantastic 5.0
My group of 6pax have enjoyed our 2D1N tour of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, we were especially fortunate to have such an excellent guide in Ms Zhang, 张静娟. Our itinerary was well scheduled and Ms Zhang's detailed explanation of the places that we're visiting is clear and precise. She has also advised us of the nice local food that we should try. The 6 different transportation is an experience as we crossed the Alps and the mountains to reach the snow walls. The highest point of the wall was 11m, unfortunately, it was raining when we reached the snow wall, our photos was alittle blurry and wet but our excitement has compensated for the weather 😂
Charlene ******
2026-05-01 05:58:45
Fantastic 5.0
Stunning scenery, smooth itinerary, and an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore outside the city.
Soh ********
2026-05-03 01:29:52
Fantastic 5.0
Meeting point at Nagano Station very convenient. Our guide very friendly and responsible. At each stop, they ensure every participants are present. Beautiful scenery. We transferred onto different transportation to reach the Alpine. Highly recommended.
Klook 用戶
2026-05-04 14:41:17
Fantastic 5.0
On the first day, it was cloudy when we visited Kamikochi. While a little disappointing, the scenery in the photos still turned out beautiful. If we had been lucky enough to have a sunny day, the pictures would have surely been even more stunning (as long as it wasn't raining, that is). On the second day, we went to Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. We were incredibly fortunate to see the sun in the morning (the weather forecast for the previous day had predicted rain all day). Although we couldn't escape the rain in the afternoon, the views we captured at the summit in the morning were truly breathtaking. Finally, I want to extend a special thank you to our tour guide, Amy, and our hardworking driver. They truly went above and beyond, tirelessly planning and traveling for the entire trip, which allowed us to have perfect memories and experiences. This entire trip deserves a 5-star rating. Highly, highly recommend!

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What to know about Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a mountain route through the Northern Japan Alps. Known as the "Roof of Japan," the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a must-visit for nature lovers and thrill-seekers. From cable cars to electric buses to a ropeway, this exciting trek through Mt. Tateyama showcases the beauty of the Japan Alps while taking you on a thrilling ride through an elevation change of 2400 meters, where the Alpine Route starts from Toyama Prefecture and ends in Nagano Prefecture.
Tateyama, Nakaniikawa District, Toyama 930-1406, Japan

Must-Visit Attractions in Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

Chubu Sangaku National Park

Experience breathtaking alpine views year-round at Chubu Sangaku National Park. Visit top spots like the scenic Kamikochi plateau, the extraordinary Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and the famous Hakuba ski resort. Don't miss the park's fantastic hot springs and vibrant fall foliage, adding to its natural beauty and charm.

Tateyama Mountain Range

At the heart of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, you can find the natural beauty of the Tateyama Mountain Range within the Chubu Sangaku National Park. Each season gives you unique and captivating views. During spring, the snow accumulation in areas like Midagahara and Murodo creates a stunning snow corridor, with walls towering up to 20 meters high.

Murodo

At 2450 meters above sea level, Murodo is the highest point on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, where you can see stunning views of the Tateyama Mountain Range. During summer and early fall, Murodo becomes a lively area for hiking enthusiasts, with a range of trails for all skill levels. In late fall and spring, heavy snowfall transforms the landscape. Also, take note that Murodo is closed off during the winter months.

Tateyama Ropeway

Hop aboard the Tateyama Ropeway for a spectacular bird's-eye view of the breathtaking mountain landscape! Experience panoramic views like never before on this unforgettable ride.

Kurobe Dam

Kurobe Dam is Japan's tallest dam along the Alpine Route. This impressive sight is a must-see along the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, especially when it puts on a show by releasing water dramatically through its gates every day from late June to mid-October.

Tips for Your Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Visit

When to visit Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route?

The best time to visit the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is between April and November. During these months, the weather is most favorable, giving you clear skies and comfortable temperatures for an enjoyable journey. Accessible from April 15 to November 30, the route is closed during the winter months.

How to get to Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route?

You can easily reach the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route by train, bus, or car. The region is well-connected, with trains available from Dentetsu Toyama Station to Chigaki Station, followed by a short walk. Alternatively, you can take a bus, though note that it does not operate on Sundays.

What to wear in Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route?

For a comfortable stroll through the snowfields, it's recommended to bring waterproof shoes or boots for hiking. Remember to pack sunscreen and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun's reflection on the snow. Additionally, it's a good idea to have gloves, heat pads, a scarf, a woolly hat, and a neck warmer for added warmth and protection.