【Nagoya Kamikochi fottur】Kamikochi & Taisho-dammen & Tashiro-dammen & Kappa-broen & Myojin-dammen & Hotaka-fjellkjeden & Hotaka-helligdommen Okumiya naturlig skogstur en dag (avreise fra 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!!

No group chat. It would be so much easier if they have one. Overall the driver and guide are both nice. The price is worth it as the view is really breathtaking. This tour is the highlight of our Japan tour. It took us 2 hrs to walk from Taisho pond to Kappa bridge because of the view, wherever you look the view is picturesque.

Hele opplevelsen til Kamikochi var virkelig fantastisk, omgitt av enestående natur. Reisen fra Nagoya tok omtrent 3,5 timer, og det var absolutt verdt det. Underveis forklarte reiselederen vår hele reiseruten i detalj og delte til og med noen gode matanbefalinger som vi måtte prøve mens vi var i Nagoya.

Vi opplevde regn, snø og sol under vår fottur i Kamikochi. Landskapet var fantastisk om høsten, og vi nøt naturturen i det kjølige været. Vi følte oss ikke slitne og tok mange bilder fra turen til minne.

A really great natural journey to explore Kamigochi. We only have 3.5hrs to visit. There is two ways to visit the mountains. We choose the easier way which start from Taisho-ike. It officially takes 1.5 hours to walk to the bus terminal. However, if you love taking photos and enjoying your lunch with the spectacular view, 3.5hrs is just barely enough. There is some great souvenirs at Kappa-bashi Bridge.Our tour guide Lee was very helpful and nice.

Our group of seven international students (from Thailand, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos and Philippines) at Nagoya University joined with a trip arranged by them. We enjoyed hiking, eating Apple pie. Guides were great. They helped us take a group photo. The bus driver was professional and so far my knowledge none felt motionsickness despite sitting on the back. I would say it’s value for money. It was cheaper than other available options.

可以選擇從大正池下車走到河童橋，或是河童橋下車走到明神池，前者約一小時路程，後者來回兩小時，這次從大正池下車直接走到明神池再折返回河童橋，約11.6公里，用快走速度約2.5小時，沿途不能停留太久，就可以再時間內返回，還能逛一下賣店，不過自己要評估好體力跟腳程，本團就有人走不回來，直接沒等他們車子就離開了。賣店河童橋旁邊的，排隊收銀要花一點時間，時間也要抓好。基本上步道都算平緩好走，河童橋到明神池有一些小坡道，但也是好走的。

Another tour that wasn’t clear that was self-guided. Nonetheless, my folks and I enjoyed every step and view. Even if it was summer time, we were able to enjoy this trip! The views are amazing and the way we started the trip to the ending was a good and ideal decision because we didn’t have to worry about carrying things that we bought at the end. Can’t wait to go back and do a longer hike!

We were a group of 4 traveling directly from Tokyo to Nagoya on the morning train. They were kind enough to store all our luggage and suitcases in the bus. We had a fantastic experience! Cesar, our guide, was very familiar with the area and explained the entire 6KM hike clearly. We had a great time with Cesar and his colleague Paul. The bus driver, a lady, was excellent—she navigated the hilly, hairpin curves safely, and we felt secure throughout the journey. Additionally, I would recommend, even if you're from Osaka or Tokyo, to take the morning train and book this tour from Nagoya. We returned on time around 6:20 PM, giving us enough time for a nice dinner at Nagoya station before heading back home.

If you’re searching for a serene escape into Japan’s untouched natural beauty, Kamikōchi should be at the top of your list. I was struck by how pristine and peaceful everything felt. The air was noticeably fresh, the kind that instantly clears your mind. The Kappa Bridge (Kappabashi) is the central landmark, and from there, a well-maintained network of walking trails lets you explore at your own pace. It’s a place where time slows down, and every breath feels like a reset. Highly recommended for nature lovers, photographers, or anyone in need of a little peace.