Go around Matsumoto and Takayama
while
stopping at a mountain resort.
Where to Visit
Norikura Route
Kamikochi Route
Shinhotaka Ropeway Route
Shinhotaka Ropeway- You can board the double-decker gondola, which is the only one in Japan, and take a walk in the sky for about 12 minutes. With the mountains of the Northern Japan Alps at almost eye-level height and the feeling of the impressive Hotaka range up close, the 360-degrees panorama above the clouds at an altitude of 2,156m seems like a different world.
Kamikochi- Kamikochi is a large valley that lies at an altitude of 1,500m in the Northern Japan Alps, surrounded by 3000-class mountains. As one of Japan's leading mountain resorts situated within Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi was designated as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and as a Special Natural Monument.
Hirayu Onsen- Hirayu Onsen lies at the foot of Mt. Norikura, 1,283m above sea level, and is one of the oldest and most historic hot springs of the Okuhida Onsen. There are about 40 wells/reservoirs in the Hirayu Onsen area, and about 8,600 liters of hot water is gushing from there per minute, which is more than 12,000,000 liters a day.
Mt. Norikura (Tatamidaira)- About one hour away by bus from either Nagano or Gifu, Mt. Norikura (Tatamidaira) is the highest bus terminal in Japan at an altitude of 2,702m. From there, people (even children) can enjoy either a casual walk through nature or more authentic mountain climbing.
Norikura Kogen- The Highlands area from where you can see Mt. Norikura extends at an altitude of 1,200m~1,500m and boasts many beautiful waterfalls and lakes. The view of the mountain is incredible, and you can truly get a sense of openness and freedom from this gentle landscape. Of course, it is also recommended to combine trekking with a visit to the hot spring.
For those traveling to Matsumoto and Takayama,
we highly recommend the "Alps Crossing Ticket"!
POINT
1
You can visit Matsumoto
and Takayama PLUS one
more sightseeing spot.
...If you go to Matsumoto and Takayama, please also visit Kamikochi, Norikura or Shinhotaka Ropeway!
POINT
2
Easy to use and cheaper
than the regular fare!
...It saves you the hassle of buying tickets each time, because you can buy them all at once. Also, it is up to around 10% cheaper than a regular ticket.
(*Calculated from the price of the Shinhotaka Ropeway Route)
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