09/04/2026
⛰️ Spring has quietly arrived in the Japanese Alps, and fresh greenery is starting to bloom 🌱
Some of the most beautiful hidden spots in Central Japan are gradually opening for the season — save this list, every single one is worth visiting! Don’t miss out ❗️
Top Alpine destinations & opening periods 👇
❶ Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: Apr 15 – Nov 30
❷ Kurobe Gorge Railway: Apr 20 – Sep 30
❸ Togakushi Shrine Okusha: From Apr 25
❹ Shiga Kusatsu Highlands Route: Apr 22 – mid-Nov
❺ Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort: Apr 23 – Nov 15
❻ Happo-one (Happo Pond): Jun 6 – Nov 3
Karamatsu mountain hut: Jun 21 – Oct 13
❼ Norikura Skyline: May 15 – Oct 31
❽ Utsukushigahara Highlands (Venus Line): Apr 25 – Nov 15
❾ Kamikochi: Apr 17 – Nov 15
⛰️ If you love nature, 🧗 hiking, and 🌳 lush green landscapes, the Japanese Alps are a must-visit destination.
Planning a trip around Nagano with friends, or a light alpine hiking experience with kids?
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