Kamikochi, located in the Chubu Sangaku National Park, is home to a variety of hiking trails. In summer, the cooler temperatures, the blue sky, and the crystal-clear river and lake make this area fantastic. Moreover, hikes range from one hour to five hours, allowing visitors to choose the trail that best suits their plans. Furthermore, the immediate area trails are relatively easy even for beginners, and visitors can enjoy the fresh air while taking in the spectacular scenery, especially in the fall when the autumn colors set the area ablaze. Additionally, in order to protect the natural environment, cars are restricted in the area, so the local bus service must be used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Difficulty: Easy
\nOpen season: Late April to mid-November (It is closed the rest of the year.)<\/p>\n
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KAMIKOCHI official tourism guide<\/a><\/h4>\n\u2461Nakasendo Magome-Tsusmago Trail, Gifu & Nagano<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe 8.5 km or approximately 2-hour hike one way is a great way to step back in time as you journey between the open-air museum villages of Magome and Tsumago, which served as post towns in the Kiso Valley during the Edo Era. Along the way, furthermore, enjoy the vibrant nature, which includes the Otoko and Onna waterfalls, and free rest stops, some being traditional-style homes. If a roundtrip hike is not in your plans, there is a bus available to take you back.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Easy
\nHiking season: All year<\/p>\n
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Magome Tsumago Official tourism guide<\/a><\/p>\n\u2462Happo-One Hakuba, Nagano<\/strong><\/h4>\nHakuba is a popular ski resort area nestled in the Northern Japan Alps. For hiking during the warmer months, take the gondola up to 1830 meters from Happo-one Ski Resort. From there it is about a 90-minute hike along Happo-one (Happo Ridge) to reach Happo-ike Pond where on a clear day, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of some of Japan\u2019s most famous mountains. The boardwalk and stairs that make up much of the trail are well maintained, so it is relatively easy for beginners.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Easy
\nBest season: Summer<\/p>\n
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\u2463Oze National Park, Gunma & Fukushima<\/strong><\/h4>\nOze National Park is an excellent hiking destination with Ozegahara Marshland and Ozenuma Pond being the highlights of this area surrounded by mountains. In late spring skunk cabbages are in full bloom, and in fall the autumn colors dazzle. Oze is home to numerous trails of varying lengths and difficulties. The more well-traveled ones are well maintained, and through Ozegahara Marshland and around Ozenuma Pond there are wide, elevated boardwalks.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Easy to Difficult
\nBest season: Late spring to Fall<\/p>\n
\u00a0Oze National Park<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2464Mt.Fuji, Shizuoka & Yamanashi<\/strong><\/h4>\nJapan\u2019s iconic symbol and tallest mountain at 3,776 meters (12,389 ft.), Mt. Fuji is a World Heritage site and challenges all who seek to hike to the top. For those who are up for the challenge, take the night hike to the top and bathe in the marvelous view as the sun rises. To reach the summit, there are four trails available with the Yoshida trail being the most popular and is suitable for most hikers requiring 6-9 hours to the top and 4-6 hours down.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Challenging
\nHiking season: July to early September<\/p>\n
Mt.Fuji Official Toursim Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\u2465Mt. Adatara, Fukushima<\/strong><\/h4>\nMt. Adatara is a volcanic mountain standing at 1700 meters offering spectacular views from the summit. Hikes of varying lengths are available with the trails being rocky and narrow at times. For those looking for an easier way to the top, take a gondola partway up to Panorama Park and hike to the summit from there.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
\nHiking season: Late May to October<\/p>\n
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Mt. Adatara Official Tourism Guide<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/h4>\n\u2466Mt. Nantai, Tochigi<\/strong><\/h4>\nStanding proudly on the northern shore of beautiful Lake Chuzenji in Nikko National Park, the conical Mt. Nantai stands at 2486 meters. At the trailhead is the World Cultural Heritage site Futarasan-jinja Shrine where there are festivals held for the opening and closing of the hiking season. With 1212 meters of elevation gain, this hike will provide a challenge and rewards all who reach the summit with breathtaking views of Nikko National Park.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Challenging
\nHiking season: May to October<\/p>\n
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The 8.5 km or approximately 2-hour hike one way is a great way to step back in time as you journey between the open-air museum villages of Magome and Tsumago, which served as post towns in the Kiso Valley during the Edo Era. Along the way, furthermore, enjoy the vibrant nature, which includes the Otoko and Onna waterfalls, and free rest stops, some being traditional-style homes. If a roundtrip hike is not in your plans, there is a bus available to take you back.<\/p>\n
Difficulty: Easy
\nHiking season: All year<\/p>\n
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Magome Tsumago Official tourism guide<\/a><\/p>\n Hakuba is a popular ski resort area nestled in the Northern Japan Alps. For hiking during the warmer months, take the gondola up to 1830 meters from Happo-one Ski Resort. From there it is about a 90-minute hike along Happo-one (Happo Ridge) to reach Happo-ike Pond where on a clear day, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of some of Japan\u2019s most famous mountains. The boardwalk and stairs that make up much of the trail are well maintained, so it is relatively easy for beginners.<\/p>\n Difficulty: Easy Happo-One<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Oze National Park is an excellent hiking destination with Ozegahara Marshland and Ozenuma Pond being the highlights of this area surrounded by mountains. In late spring skunk cabbages are in full bloom, and in fall the autumn colors dazzle. Oze is home to numerous trails of varying lengths and difficulties. The more well-traveled ones are well maintained, and through Ozegahara Marshland and around Ozenuma Pond there are wide, elevated boardwalks.<\/p>\n Difficulty: Easy to Difficult \u00a0Oze National Park<\/a> Japan\u2019s iconic symbol and tallest mountain at 3,776 meters (12,389 ft.), Mt. Fuji is a World Heritage site and challenges all who seek to hike to the top. For those who are up for the challenge, take the night hike to the top and bathe in the marvelous view as the sun rises. To reach the summit, there are four trails available with the Yoshida trail being the most popular and is suitable for most hikers requiring 6-9 hours to the top and 4-6 hours down.<\/p>\n Difficulty: Challenging Mt.Fuji Official Toursim Guide<\/a><\/p>\n Mt. Adatara is a volcanic mountain standing at 1700 meters offering spectacular views from the summit. Hikes of varying lengths are available with the trails being rocky and narrow at times. For those looking for an easier way to the top, take a gondola partway up to Panorama Park and hike to the summit from there.<\/p>\n Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Standing proudly on the northern shore of beautiful Lake Chuzenji in Nikko National Park, the conical Mt. Nantai stands at 2486 meters. At the trailhead is the World Cultural Heritage site Futarasan-jinja Shrine where there are festivals held for the opening and closing of the hiking season. With 1212 meters of elevation gain, this hike will provide a challenge and rewards all who reach the summit with breathtaking views of Nikko National Park.<\/p>\n Difficulty: Challenging <\/p>\n Other Resources<\/p>\n\u2462Happo-One Hakuba, Nagano<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nBest season: Summer<\/p>\n\u2463Oze National Park, Gunma & Fukushima<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nBest season: Late spring to Fall<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2464Mt.Fuji, Shizuoka & Yamanashi<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nHiking season: July to early September<\/p>\n\u2465Mt. Adatara, Fukushima<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nHiking season: Late May to October<\/p>\n<\/p>\nMt. Adatara Official Tourism Guide<\/a>
\n<\/strong><\/h4>\n\u2466Mt. Nantai, Tochigi<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nHiking season: May to October<\/p>\n
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