Karasawa Cirque Camping Guide: Fees, Tent Rental, Packing List & Facilities
My Karasawa Cirque camping guide: the hike from Kamikochi, campsite fees, rental tents, gear, hut facilities, drinking water and fall foliage.
Category: Kamikochi
Kamikochi Trip Itinerary: 2 Days of Hiking Mount Yakedake & Exploring the Valley
Tsubaki took a two-day, one-night hiking trip to Mount Yakedake, one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains located in Nagano. Since Mount Yakedake is right next to Kamikochi, we also included a Kamikochi one-day walking trip as part of this hiking adventure! In this post, I’ll be sharing my itinerary and…
Hiking Yakedake: Trail Guide, Nakanoyu Access & Tips for Climbing This Active Volcano
Although I’ve lived in Japan for over 8 years and have climbed many mountains big and small, hiking Yakedake surprisingly became my second peak among Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains, right after Mt. Fuji. Taking advantage of the short window before Kamikochi’s winter closure in early November, I set out on…
Self-Driving to Kamikochi from Tokyo: Parking, Shuttle & Access Guide
With the increasing popularity of hiking and nature exploration, Japan’s hidden gem “Kamikochi,” located in Nagano Prefecture, has become a must-visit destination for many travelers, including myself, Tsubaki. However, since Kamikochi is a protected national park, there are strict transportation regulations, such as restricted private vehicle access and seasonal road…