Kamikochi Guide
Short, practical guides to Kamikochi for visitors from overseas. One new guide a day at most, each one built from public sources (village and city offices, the prefecture, national agencies, transport operators) that we list at the end with the date we read them. If we could not check something, we say so and leave it out.
Latest guides
What Should You Know Before Walking in Kamikochi, and What Are the Park Rules?
Rules on wildlife, trails, pets, drones and bicycles, bear bells, the Myojin walk and donation, autumn crowds, winter snowshoeing and lodging limits.
What Is Kamikochi? The Azusa River Valley and the Northern Japan Alps
A car-free valley at 1,500 m, Taisho Pond, Kappabashi Bridge, Mount Yakedake, the Hotaka range, giant trees and Chubu Sangaku National Park.
How Do You Get to Kamikochi Without a Car From Matsumoto and Takayama?
Train to Shinshimashima and a bus, the Hirayu route from Takayama, direct buses, Sawando parking, taxi fares and the April to November season.