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Nagoya: Kamikochi 2-Route Hiking Tour; Easy/Deep Secret Spot

By JRT Group
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €43 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Breathe in the fresh mountain air as you hike through Kamikochi
  • Choose between two routes to suit your hiking preferences and abilities
  • Enjoy a guided tour with a bilingual guide to help you along the way
  • See the iconic Kappa Bridge and the crystal-clear Azusa River
  • Explore the sacred Hotaka Shrine Okumiya and the serene Myojin Pond

Activity location

    • Nagoya
    • Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Sancoinn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi, 7-23 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 453-0015日本 | 08:00 Check-in at Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi → 11:00 Arrive Kamikochi Visitor Bus Center → Hike & free exploration → 16:30 Return → 18:00 Trip ends
    • Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Route B: Kappa - Myojin - Hotaka Shrine & Myojin Pond (Deep)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

08:00 Check-in at Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi → 11:00 Arrive Kamikochi Visitor Bus Centre → Hike & free exploration → 16:30 Return → 18:00 Trip ends
Position: Niche exploration (for photography/nature lovers, healthy travellers aged 8-65)

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€43.32 x 1 Adult€43.32
Total
Price is €43.32
Until Thu, 30 Apr
Route A: Taisho Pond - Tashiro Pond - Kappa Bridge (Easy)
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

08:30 Check-in at Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi → 11:00 Arrive Kamikochi → Hike & free exploration → 16:30 Return → 18:00 Trip ends
Position: Entry-level, family-friendly (for healthy travellers aged 6-70)

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€43.32 x 1 Adult€43.32
Total
Price is €43.32
Until Thu, 30 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English/Chinese bilingual guide service
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return chartered transfer between Nagoya gathering point and Kamikochi
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Kamikochi hiking route access permit
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free hiking map
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Myojin Pond entrance ticket (500 JPY/person, on-site purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Catering
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge (non-mandatory)
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    Travel insurance
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    Transfer services outside the designated gathering point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra fees caused by personal reasons

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Food and drinks
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 3 years, People over 70 years, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Introduction to the Two Routes of Kamikochi
Kamikochi offers two tailored hiking experiences: a gentle, scenic walk for all visitors, or a quiet, in-depth exploration of hidden spots. Choose based on your energy level and interests to enjoy Kamikochi's core and secret landscapes.

Route A: Taisho Pond → Tashiro Pond → Kappa Bridge (Easy Classic Route)
Best for: First-time visitors, families, seniors, or anyone seeking a relaxed tripTerrain: Flat, well-kept wooden boardwalks (no climbing required)Highlights: Covers Kamikochi's 3 most iconic, photogenic spots effortlesslyKey Stops:
Taisho Pond: “Reflection paradise” — calm, clear water perfectly mirrors the Hotaka Mountain Range, sky and clouds, ideal for photos
Tashiro Pond: Shallow, transparent water (rocky bottom visible) with soft mountain/sky reflections from the boardwalk
Kappa Bridge: Kamikochi's symbolic landmark, with unobstructed views of the crystal-clear Azusa River and Hotaka peaks
Itinerary:
08:30 Meet at Sanco Inn Nagoya → 11:00 Private bus to Kamikochi → Guided briefing + self-guided hike (2-2.5hrs) → Independent lunch → Free time for photos/strolling → 16:30 Bus back to Nagoya (arrive 18:00)

Route B: Kappa Bridge → Myojin Bridge → Hotaka Shrine Okumiya & Myojin Pond (Deep Exploration Route)
Best for: Photography lovers, nature fans, or those wanting a crowd-free experienceTerrain: Forest trails with mild elevation (gentle sense of adventure)Highlights: Escape crowds to explore Kamikochi's quiet, sacred forest areaKey Stops:
Kappa Bridge: Start at Kamikochi's iconic landmark
Myojin Bridge: Bright red suspension bridge against deep green woods, a low-traffic photo spot
Hotaka Shrine Okumiya & Myojin Pond: Secluded, still sacred pond surrounded by ancient forest, with a peaceful spiritual atmosphere
Itinerary:
08:00 Meet at Sanco Inn Nagoya → 11:00 Private bus to Kamikochi Visitor Centre → Guided briefing + self-guided hike (3-3.5hrs) → Independent lunch → Free time for further exploration → 16:30 Bus back to Nagoya (arrive 18:00)

Note for Both Routes:Your guide will share a safety/route briefing at the start; explore at your own pace (guides at key spots for support). Lunch is self-arranged. Itineraries may adjust slightly for weather/traffic.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nagoya
    • Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Sancoinn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi, 7-23 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 453-0015日本 | 08:00 Check-in at Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi → 11:00 Arrive Kamikochi Visitor Bus Center → Hike & free exploration → 16:30 Return → 18:00 Trip ends
    • Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Sancoinn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi, 7-23 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 453-0015日本 | 08:00 Check-in at Sanco Inn Nagoya Shinkansenguchi → 11:00 Arrive Kamikochi Visitor Bus Center → Hike & free exploration → 16:30 Return → 18:00 Trip ends
    • Nagoya, Aichi, Japan