13 Best Full-Day Hiking Tours in the Japan Alps

Most full-day hikes leave from Nagoya, which means several hours on the road, so look for the ones that promise real time on the trail. The Azusa River is clear and cold enough to numb your hand even in August.

1.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)

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for alpine views, clear rivers and a self-guided forest walk, with 3.5 hours on the ground.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Pickup location easy to find. Bus departed on time. Good explaination along the trip, very friendly and attractive tour guide by Suesy. Trip was enjoyable along the way”

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2.Nagoya Kamikochi & Kappa Bridge Full-Day Tour with Hiking

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for alpine views and a self-paced hike to Kappa Bridge, with transport and route advice included.

★ 4.5

“What a fantastic trip! It's perfect whether you're traveling with family or solo. The tour guide recommended that first-time visitors walk the section from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge, as the terrain is relatively flat and easy to navigate. The driver parked the car near…”

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3.Nagano: Kamikochi Hiking Day Trip (Including 3.5 hours of Free Time) (Departing from Nagoya)

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for mountain views, clear rivers and 3.5 hours of self-guided walking, with round-trip bus transport included.

★ 4.7

“Our tour guide, Xiao Yu, was very enthusiastic, and the driver was highly skilled. The scenic spots were beautiful; it was a truly worthwhile trip.”

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4.Northern Alps Scenic View – Kamikochi Day Trip: Kappa Bridge, Taisho Pond, Azusa River Light Hike (Round trip from Nagoya)

Review this Kamikochi day trip from Nagoya, with Taisho Pond, Kappa Bridge, a riverside walk, and practical advice on time and transport.

★ 4.5

“Hiking in Kamikochi offers an unforgettable alpine experience without requiring strenuous effort, making it ideal for families and beginners. Located in Chubu Sangaku National Park at an elevation of 1,500 meters, the valley features flat, well-maintained paths and wooden boardwalks winding through lush forests and…”

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5.1-Day Tour From Matsumoto: Walk the Nakasendo Trail

Discover the hidden beauty of Japan's Nakasendo Trail on a thrilling 1-day tour from Matsumoto. Uncover history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Don't miss out!

★ 5.0

“A nice way to explore the Nakasendo trail from Tsumago to Magome. We started our journey from Matsumoto by a private bus van to Tsumago - which has buildings dating back to the 17th century. Our guides, Kim and Hemi took us throRead more”

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6.Nagoya Kamikochi and Taisho Pond Nature Full-Day Hiking Tour

Take a full-day bus trip from Nagoya to Kamikochi and Taisho Pond, with route guidance, time for a self-guided walk, and mountain scenery.

★ 4.8

“Our tour guide was incredibly dedicated and enthusiastic, with meticulous attention to detail. He constantly provided us with information about the attractions and even helped us take photos. We are so grateful to him and hope to have him as our guide every time. Thank…”

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8.Kamikochi & Kappa Bridge Full-Day Alpine Route Hiking

Spend a full day among Kamikochi’s alpine scenery, walk to Kappa Bridge, and get practical route guidance from a multilingual tour guide.

★ 4.8

“i love how nancy guide and help us along this trip. I'm just asking is there any usb port on this bus but she gave me a powerbank. Also she explain not only about the kamikochi itself but how to drink matcha and several interesting…”

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10.Kurobe Tateyama & Kamikochi Autumn Scenery Two-Day Tour: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi Hiking (Departing from Nagoya)

Ride six Alpine transport links, walk Kamikochi’s river paths, and sleep in Hakuba on this two-day Nagoya tour. Check extra ticket costs before booking.

★ 4.6

“Despite the language barrier, I had a wonderful time during my 2-day trip. It started raining as soon as I arrived in Kamikochi, but the scenery was absolutely beautiful. The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, with its six different modes of transportation, created truly unforgettable memories.…”

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11.Tateyama Kurobe Autumn Viewing + Kamikochi Hiking Two-Day Tour: Experience 6 Major Alpine Transportation Methods (Departing from Nagoya)

Compare this two-day Nagoya tour of Kamikochi and the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, with autumn hikes, mountain transport, hotel meals, and extra ticket costs.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide, Zuo Sha, was extremely professional. The itinerary was very well-planned, and she took excellent care of our needs. Highly recommended! Fantastic!”

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12.Nakasendo Trail One Day Walking Tour from Matsumoto

Walk 8 km from Tsumago to Magome on the Nakasendo Trail, with historic post towns, forest paths, waterfalls and round-trip transport.

★ 5.0

“Devin was our guide. He is extremely well verse in Japanese and he also knows the culture and history very well. Some parts of the hike was tough but it's totally worth it. Both my son and I had a wonderful time together. It's also…”

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