Last Updated on 2026-03-09 by Tsubaki Hi! I’m Tsubaki, a freelance contributing travel journalist who has lived in Japan for 10 years!  How to visit Tateyama Kurobe ? When people think of Nagano, Japan, the iconic snow walls of the Tateyama Kurobe often come to mind, and rightfully so. These … Continue reading How to Visit Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: A Quick Guide for First-Time Travelers