15 Best Hiking Tours in the Japan Alps

Kamikochi is a high valley at about 1,500 metres where private cars aren’t allowed, and the flat trail from Taisho Pond past Kappa Bridge to Myojin Pond suits nearly everyone. It’s open from late April to mid-November only.

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

“The itinerary was well-organized, and our tour guide, Guo Huajuan, provided excellent service by introducing the specific route, how to tour the sights, and local food recommendations.”

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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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6.From Matsumoto/Nagano: Nakasendo Trail Walking Tour

Discover the breathtaking beauty and rich history of Japan's Nakasendo Trail on a guided walking tour. Uncover hidden gems and immerse yourself in traditional culture.

★ 4.9

“Brilliant - the weather was perfect, the guide (Joyce) was delightful - good fun and gave us so much interesting information and facts. The scenery was stunning and the villages, absolutely beautiful. The trek was just the right level: not too easy, not too difficult…”

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7.Sawanobori River Trekking Tour

Discover Takayama’s natural beauty with a river trekking tour featuring scenic streams, expert guides, fresh local food, and handcrafted coffee—an authentic Japanese adventure.

★ 5.0

“The most awesome activity I’ve done in Takayama!! It was such a great experience meeting people from many different countryand hearing their travel stories and cultures. It was also a really fun trekking experience, with both river trekking aRead more”

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8.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

“Having a good tour guide who provides detailed explanations of the route on the bus allows visitors to plan how they want to explore. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and walking through such picturesque landscapes, you won't even feel tired.”

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9.Kamikochi Light Hiking Day Trip: Taisho Pond & Kappa Bridge & Northern Alps Scenery (Departing from Nagoya)

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for a self-guided walk past Taisho Pond, the Azusa River and Kappa Bridge, with a longer Myojin route option.

★ 4.6

“The weather was so nice, and I had a great time. The guide explained everything very well, and since we were the only non-Chinese people on the tour, I think they took extra good care of us. Thank you!”

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10.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

“The tour was amazing! Special thanks to Hao for being such a great guide, informative and on time. The whole trip was well organized, and every place we visited looked exactly like the photos and descriptions offered. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an enjoyable…”

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11.Frozen Fall Trekking

Bask in the enchanting mystery of Frozen Fall Trekking in Gero, Japan, where frosty forests hold secrets waiting to be uncovered.

“Our family of 6 from Australia (including kids aged 13,12,10,8) absolutely loved our tour with Reiko and Osamu. Reiko spoke great English and she was extremely friendly and great with the kids but she also had a broad knowledge of JapaRead more”

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13.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

“Our tour guide was amazing! They took great photos, led us to delicious food, and kept the itinerary perfectly on schedule!”

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14.Nagano Snowshoe Hiking Tour

Experience the magic of snowy Nagano with our exhilarating snowshoe hiking tour. Explore breathtaking landscapes and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“Amazing day of snow shoeing with Kouhei! He was informative and personable and took us off the busy tourist track so we could enjoy the natural beauty of the forest.”

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15.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

“Tour guide Sister Amy explained everything in great detail. The scenery at Kamikochi is breathtaking, and taking the six types of Alpine transportation went very smoothly. The views are truly stunning and wonderful, and I highly recommend it to everyone. The accommodation at the Hakuba…”

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