From Nagoya; one-day bus tour to Kamikochi
- Explore Kamikochi, a premier mountain resort and a designated Special Place of Scenic Beauty in Japan.
- Enjoying nature at your own pace, whether hiking, climbing, or sightseeing.
- Admire the stunning 3,000-meter-high Hotaka Mountain Range from the iconic Kappa Bridge.
【Important Information regarding Road Conditions 】 Due to a road closure on National Route 158 caused by a landslide, we expect the travel time to be about 30 minutes longer each way as we will be taking a detour. As a result, the time spent in Kamikochi may be shortened. ※The date for the road to reopen is currently undecided.
The tour conductor will provide further details regarding the stay duration on the day of the tour. Please listen carefully so you don’t miss the announcement.
What to expect
Located at 1,500m in Matsumoto, Nagano, Kamikochi is a stunning mountain resort in Chubu Sangaku National Park. Recognized as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument, it draws 1.5 million visitors yearly. Kappa Bridge offers panoramic views of the 3,000m Hotaka Range and Azusa River.
Must-visit spot: Kappa Bridge
- A scenic viewpoint with breathtaking vistas of the Hotaka Mountains, Dakesawa Valley, and Azusa River, with Mt. Yake visible in the opposite direction.
Myojin Pond
- A tranquil, clear pond nestled in peaceful coniferous woods, mirroring the sky and creating a mystical atmosphere.
Taisho Pond & Tashiro Pond
- These serene ponds reflect Mt. Yake and the Hotaka Range, offering some of Kamikochi’s most iconic and picturesque views.






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Good to know
Notice: Route Change & Shortened Stay Due to a landslide on Route 158, we will take a detour (approx. +60 min round trip). This may shorten your stay in Kamikochi. Details will be provided by the tour conductor on the day.
- **Even if you are late to the departure time, the bus will left on time. **
- This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
- Those wishing to leave the group at Kamikochi must submit【Tour Deviation Form】at the morning check-in.
- This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
- If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
- Drinking alcohol on the bus is prohibited.
- Please note that odd-numbered groups will, in principle, share seats on the bus.
- The order of the itinerary may be partially changed.
- The tour will proceed as scheduled, even in rainy weather.
- If there are significant traffic delays, the time to explore Kamikochi may be shortened.
- Please let us know at the time of reservation if you and your traveling companion have separate reservations. Then, please tell us the reservation number and name of your traveling companion.
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