A 1-day trekking in the Northern Japanese Alps

A day trip to the Japanese Alps from Hida-Takayama

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This is a trekking tour of 7 km/ 4.5 miles, going to the peak of an active volcano, Mt. Yakedake.  Mt. Yakedake lies at the southern part of the Northern Japanese Alps range, and the volcanic activity is still on going up to date. The peak of this mountain is at 2455 m / 8050 ft.    Our guide will explain about the unique volcanic scenery on the way.  You will have lunch at the peak and then go down. This is a full-day trekking tour.

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<Itinerary>

07:00 AM Meet the guide at the bus stop of Hirayu Onsen 
07:30 AM Start hiking (Shin-nakanoyu Trailhead)
11:00 AM Peak of Yakedake / lunch
14:00 PM Back to the trailhead (Shin-nakanoyu Trailhead)
 
Hiking duration appx. 6.5 hours
Hiking distance appx. 7 km / 4 miles
Altitude difference appx. 900 m / 0.6 miles

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* Bus and taxi expense should be paid from your own expense.

** Lunch is not offered during the tour.  Please bring your own lunch.

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<What to bring>

- Something to eat and drink

- Suitable clothes for trekking

- Trekking shoes

- Helmet*

(Be reminded that Yakedake is an active volcano) 

- Rainwear (Jacket and pants separate type.)*

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* Helmet and rainwear (rain jacket and pants) are available for rent upon request.

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<Price>

- JPY 22,000 per person including tax

- Bus expense of JPY 1,600 (as of 2025) each way between Takayama Station and Hirayu Onsen bus stop per person.

Please purchase the ticket when you get on the bus.

-Guide's transportation cost between Hida-Osaka and the trailhead.

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<Payment method>

Advance payment by credit card

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<Booking>

- Booking due is 7 days before the tour date

- Please clikc the "Book now!" button.

Please make sure to indicate your name and your contact info, as well as the desired tour name and the tour date.