[Nagoya Kamikochi Hiking Tour] One-Day Nature Forest Hiking Tour of Kamikochi & Taisho Pond & Tashiro Pond & Kappa Bridge & Myojin Pond & Hotaka Mountain Range & Hotaka Shrine Okumiya (Departure from Nagoya)

Saw a TikTok about this place and became super hyperfixated that I NEEDED to go here no matter what. Taking this tour was a great choice as it allowed for an easy transfer to and from Kamikochi. The first stop at Taisho Ike Pond was breathtaking which got me excited for the rest of the walk. the greenery of the forest in mid June was a sight to behold along with the Japanese Apls in the distance. The trial was not super crowded until you reached Kappa Bridge. There is also an additional trail to Myojin Bridge and Myojin First Pond but only if you have an additional 2 hours to spare. I was taking my time on the first trail that couldn’t make it to the second but I would definitely come back to do it!!

Participating in the Kamikochi day tour led by guide Ms. Zuo Sha was, overall, an unforgettable and highly recommended trip. The natural scenery of Kamikochi is truly stunning, and especially on a first visit, one always wants to seize the opportunity to walk further and see more. Before departure, the tour guide thoughtfully provided two route options, A and B, and kindly suggested that first-time visitors start with Option A, which goes from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge. However, because I loved the scenery of Kamikochi so much, after finishing Option A I still wanted to challenge Option B and walked all the way to Myojin Pond. As a result, I failed to manage my return time properly, causing everyone to wait for about 15 to 20 minutes. I am truly sorry to the guide, my fellow group members, and the driver who worked hard to pick us up and drop us off. Especially considering that Japan has strict regulations regarding the working hours of professional drivers, my delay may have increased the driver's workload, which makes me feel even more apologetic. I am also extremely grateful for everyone's patience and understanding. Additionally, although there were some minor communication hiccups during this trip, I deeply appreciate the guide's subsequent attitude and adjustments. She not only proactively showed care, but I could also feel her sincere desire to improve her service. In truth, the service industry is never easy; whether it is the tour guide or the driver, every link requires mutual cooperation. Good service is worth recognizing, and travelers should also offer a little more understanding and empathy. Finally, thank you to the guide for taking care of us along the way, and thank you to the driver for the hard work and safe transportation. This trip to Kamikochi not only allowed me to enjoy beautiful scenery, but also gave me much to reflect upon. Highly recommended!

It was a great experience with my friends. The mountains, the forest and the crystal clear river so perfect and breathtakingly beautiful. The price is worth for this great itinerary. The day we chose was perfectly fine. And by the way Thank you so much to our guide Ms. Han and the driver for the service. We had truly enjoyed our trip, though there's a lot to explore but we look forward to it because my friends plan to comeback again next year, hopefully we'll still get to experience what we experienced today.

Suesy was a great guide, friendly and knowledgeable, her energy made a rainy day much better. However hiking in the rain, I missed much of the scenery due to fog, was absolutely drenched as well. Proper rain gear and waterproof shoes are recommended for rainy days. Otherwise a cool experience.

May 2, 2026 Kamikochi day trip itinerary. Kamikochi is a wonderful place, and the weather was super nice that day, so the scenery was incredibly beautiful. The views along the way were also stunning! I joined a Klook tour, so I didn't have to worry about transportation. The other passengers on the bus today were very quiet, not noisy at all. However, the time we had at Kamikochi was too short, only three and a half hours, which felt a bit rushed. Our guide, Zuo Sha, was very thoughtful and told us where to take the most beautiful scenic photos. Driver Liu was fast but also drove very steadily.

The Kamikochi was the highlight of our Japan trip. The mountains and the forest was just perfect. You will surely love it. The water is crystal clear. Our guide Suzy is very accomodating and friendly. She explained everything at ease. She also speaks Taiwanese language very fluently. I hope she will be our tour guide again. Very energetic and accomodating. Overall, you will say to yourself I want to live in Japan and you will surely comeback for more.

One of the Best solo trip when you're at Nagoya. The Bus Transfers is very smooth considering a gloomy weather. Ms. Sue is very Accommodating at guests. English-Chinese translation well done. definitely a recommended activity when at Nagano / Nagoya that's Ultimate Nature Trip. Please preserve these Japanese Alps, Bridge, and beautiful crystal clear river!

The pick-up location was convenient, and the 45-seater tour bus was spacious with comfortable seats and a smooth ride. Our tour guide, Ruan Tao, was friendly and responsible, providing excellent service, proactively offering information, and helping us take photos. We departed at 8 AM and made one stop at a very crowded service area. We arrived at Taisho Pond in Kamikochi at 11:45 AM. The weather was good, and we walked quite a bit (briskly). Be aware that mountain paths with tree shade can be cooler. We reached Kappa Bridge at 1 PM, stayed for 15 minutes, and then continued uphill. The mountain path wasn't steep but had a lot of loose gravel. We arrived at Myojin Pond at 1:55 PM. Due to the large number of people queuing to take photos by the pond, we only viewed it from the shrine before heading back. The scenery was beautiful. We returned to Kappa Bridge at 2:35 PM. Before boarding the bus, we queued again to buy souvenirs. We departed from the Kappa Bridge parking lot at 3:15 PM and returned to Nagoya at 6:50 PM. Very satisfied! 👍🏻

Our day trip to Kamikochi from Nagoya was an excellent experience. Our guide, Suesy, was energetic and professional, fluently switching between Chinese and English. She shared tips and strategies on the bus beforehand, allowing us to efficiently explore the main attractions according to our energy levels. We also want to thank the driver; the long journey was very smooth and safe, which put us at ease. The scenery of Kamikochi, with its beautiful lakes and mountains, was breathtaking. Although the drive was long, it was definitely worth it. Additionally, we highly recommend the popular apple pie and ice cream near Kappa Bridge; the taste was amazing, so don't miss it!

The entire trip was great! Kamikochi is really beautiful. The 1hr hike is very easy and even doable for my two year old. I would want to visit kamikochi again during spring so it’s colder. Yukino our guide is very helpful too! She is very pleasant, easy to talk to and she’s very knowledgeable about kamikochi. So glad we choose to booked with them.