Very informative video, gives me better clarity about access to Kamikochi. The scenery is so beautiful n majestic. I love the Japanese Alps. Thank you.
thank you for this video. Great idea to stay at kamikochi and get up early to enjoy the stunning views with hardly anyone around. I did not even know about this place until your video. I need to plan to go there before winter season...
Thank you for watching. Yes, it was great to take a walk in early morning. There are lots of other lodging options too. It's closed yesterday for winter, so I hope you can plan for the next May or so. :)
Thank you Ryuga san! Yes, it was worth waking up early. Those steams and fros on leaves disappeared when I passed by after breakfast. I wasn't sure if I should post this next Spring but I made one before I forget about it. :)
Another tremendous video. It makes me very jealous that you got the beautiful weather whilst there as opposed to the clouds and rain I got. Oh well, I will have to come back next time instead!
Thank you Jamie san. I remember you told me about Kamikochi, so I was expecting a lot. I booked after finding out the weather this time, but maybe I couldn't do this on top season. Yes! I hope you can revisit again for Kamikochi and Mt.Fuji... :)
Fantastic video Ken, I love the look of the video and I think it is one of the best looking videos you have produced. Keep up the great work. The only problem I have is that you have given us another beautiful place in Japan to visit and we will have to add it to our "Visit One Day" list 😊😊.
Beautiful video Kengo san! I’m happy that I found this vid. Those colourful trees, high mountains and the flowing streams have really captured my attention. I’m wishing to visit that beautiful place in the future. Thank you for sharing this one 👍:)
Due to work schedule uncertainty, I was just able to confirm my Obon holiday schedule last night. Thanks a lot for this video because I was able to reserve the bus from Shinjuku - Hirayu Onsen - Kamikochi.
Hi Kenchan We visited Kamikochi on the 19th of April 24 Had an absolutely fantastic time Thank you very much for your detailed video which helped a lot Tc
Sorry it wans't a good timing I posted it. I hope you can come back again, but there are lot more nice places you can see beautiful sceneries in Japan. :)
This is very well done. I'm really interested to try this on my next Endless Shock trip 😁. I like the return route better I think because I enjoy many stops for a small break + snack + 🚬 + ☕️ while enjoying the sceneries a bit ^^ Great video to start off the colder seasons Ken-san.
Thank you for watching and your comment. Oh I checked and found out what's the Endless Shock is. haha. The bus route has 2 stops and it's easy to find smoking area too. But you are right, it might be a bit slow for me, but it might be interesting for some travelers. 😄
@@tokyokenchani'm addicted to that butai 😂. Have seen it every year since 2015 except during the pandemic. Next year Teigeki will undergo rennovation so startibg 2025 it might only be shown in Umeda and Hakataza only.. Yes, sometimes I prefer longer and slower routes to take in all the journey and experiences ^^
Hi Kengo. When lm watching your videos lm thinking to come back to Japan. So pretty there. I'm taking buss too if lm going there. See you in Japan again
Hi! It's been almost a year since you visited here last time. I think things are a little more relaxed here now so I hope you can visit in a different season next time. :)
They take suitcases, but it's less stressful/hassle to use a luggage transport service like Yamato Transport, and have them deliver your luggage to your hotel. I used them and my luggage got to my hotel(Nishi Itoya) on time and intact
Hi! I’m planning a day trip to Kamikochi in may and would love some advice on whether my day itinerary is doable. I’ll be taking the early bus from Matsumoto around 5:30 AM and plan to get off at the bus stop near Taisho Pond. From there, I plan to do the Taisho-ike Course, walk up to Kappa Bridge, and then take the Myojin-ike Course. Can I comfortably fit all this into a day trip? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
Hi! We don't know the bus schedule for the next year yet, but I think if you leave Matsumoto 5:30 in the morning, I think it fits well for a day trip. Taishoike - Kappabashi - Myojinike - Kappabashi is about 3 hours without any stop. It depends on how much you enjoy scenery and also physical conditions, but you can take early afternoon or late afternoon bus from Kamikochi Bus Terminal. Day is longer in May, so it's a good season to travel.
Hi Kenchan! I read somewhere saying that kamikochi is off limit for hiking in January. But another website mentioned that the lower altitude of chubusangaku park is still open for hike. May i know if we can still hike from the Kappa Bridge along the Taisho Pond path in January? Is there other route as well accessible in January here in Chubusangaku? Thank you!
Hi Ken, this video is very informative, thank you for your hard work putting together. I'm planning to go to Kamikochi this year in November the 3rd, Is there a local bus run from Hirayu to Kamikochi during that time?, as I saw in your video the timetable mention 7/15-8/27. Many Thanks
Thank you for watching and your kind words. Yes, the bus from Hirayu to Kamikochi runs every 30 minutes from 5am to 5pm, until November 15 this year. You can see more details here. www.nouhibus.co.jp/route_bus/kamikochi-line-en/
Non basterebbe una vita x conoscere tutto il Giappone. Io adoro quello rurale, fatto di piccoli e tranquilli villaggi, dove si tocca e si sente nell'aria l'anima di un paese meraviglioso..
Right. The public transportation and hotel operation finish on November 15, 2024. You can enter on foot, but it's not for everybody. You need to walk with gears for winter mountain.
rewatched your video multiple times and im learning a lot for my planned trip to Kamikochi this year. May I just ask, is it okay to bring a Medium sized luggage on the highway buses?
Thank you for watching. Yes, you can put suitcases under the bus in the trunk. You can only put small bags on the over head storage space. I hope you have a great trip to Kamikochi. :)
Hiii, for the bus from Matsumoto to Kamikochi, does it allow eating food as well? I plan to go to Kamikochi super early hoping to take my breakfast on the road
hello Kenchan-san, I'm planning to go to kamikochi in late october (around 28th-30th), is it the best time to visit there to see autumn leaves? the forecast said it'll be later to get autumn this year because it said it still be hot for october, I'm kinda worried Thank you for your videos, I'm learning a lot!😄
Hello. Yes, it seems late this year again but last year was record late too when I filmed this video in the end of October. This was the end of foliage that finished in a few days after this. So I think you will be fine. It's also different depends on the parts in Kamikochi. This year, they are expecting Autumn foliage is beautiful in Japan.
Public transportations to Kamikochi start on April 17, 2024. You can check the bus site or website of hotels in Kamikoci. www.alpico.co.jp/en/timetable/kamikochi/r-shinjuku-kamikochi/
I was amazed to learn that over 70% of Japan is mountains! It really makes you appreciate the flatter areas.
Very informative video, gives me better clarity about access to Kamikochi. The scenery is so beautiful n majestic. I love the Japanese Alps. Thank you.
I'm glad it was informative. Thank you for watching always. :)
I've been waiting for this video. Please do more videos like this, outside of the usual Tokyo attractions.
Oh thank you so much. Yes, I will do more. :)
thank you for this video. Great idea to stay at kamikochi and get up early to enjoy the stunning views with hardly anyone around. I did not even know about this place until your video. I need to plan to go there before winter season...
Thank you for watching. Yes, it was great to take a walk in early morning. There are lots of other lodging options too. It's closed yesterday for winter, so I hope you can plan for the next May or so. :)
Those views at 5am were incredible. Beautiful location and a great escape to nature. Another brilliant video, as always, Kenchan :)
Thank you Ryuga san! Yes, it was worth waking up early. Those steams and fros on leaves disappeared when I passed by after breakfast. I wasn't sure if I should post this next Spring but I made one before I forget about it. :)
Another tremendous video. It makes me very jealous that you got the beautiful weather whilst there as opposed to the clouds and rain I got. Oh well, I will have to come back next time instead!
Thank you Jamie san. I remember you told me about Kamikochi, so I was expecting a lot. I booked after finding out the weather this time, but maybe I couldn't do this on top season. Yes! I hope you can revisit again for Kamikochi and Mt.Fuji... :)
So informative
Thank you for watching. :)
This video confirms the itinerary on my November trip to Takayama. Thank you very much.
Excellent video! I will be going here next year.
Thank you for watching! Have a great trip in Kamikochi. :)
Fantastic video Ken, I love the look of the video and I think it is one of the best looking videos you have produced. Keep up the great work. The only problem I have is that you have given us another beautiful place in Japan to visit and we will have to add it to our "Visit One Day" list 😊😊.
Thank you always Matt san! I'm glad you liked the video. I always appreciate your feedback for the video. :)
Beautiful video Kengo san! I’m happy that I found this vid. Those colourful trees, high mountains and the flowing streams have really captured my attention. I’m wishing to visit that beautiful place in the future. Thank you for sharing this one 👍:)
Finally !!!😂🎉 the video i have requested !!! Thank you Ken Chan 🫶🏻
Thank you for your message. I hope you like it. :)😄
Due to work schedule uncertainty, I was just able to confirm my Obon holiday schedule last night.
Thanks a lot for this video because I was able to reserve the bus from Shinjuku - Hirayu Onsen - Kamikochi.
Oh that's great you could get setas on Obon holiday. Thank you for watching.
Thank you for your great video I I have been there one month ago from Matsumoto station, it’s really awesome, so does乘 鞍高原
This is so informative, thank you so much!
Thank you for watching. I'm glad it was informative for you.
Hi Kenchan
We visited Kamikochi on the 19th of April 24
Had an absolutely fantastic time
Thank you very much for your detailed video which helped a lot
Tc
That's great you could go to Kamikochi! I'm glad if my video was helpful even a bit. Thank you so much for letting me know. :)
The colours of the forest, water & mountains are unreal. Such a beautiful place, pity it’s closed when I’m in Japan 😢
Sorry it wans't a good timing I posted it. I hope you can come back again, but there are lot more nice places you can see beautiful sceneries in Japan. :)
Thanks!
Thank you so much for your Super Thanks! I hope you have a great trip to Kamikochi!
English narration. Thank you bery much.
Still super helpful
This is very well done. I'm really interested to try this on my next Endless Shock trip 😁. I like the return route better I think because I enjoy many stops for a small break + snack + 🚬 + ☕️ while enjoying the sceneries a bit ^^
Great video to start off the colder seasons Ken-san.
Thank you for watching and your comment. Oh I checked and found out what's the Endless Shock is. haha. The bus route has 2 stops and it's easy to find smoking area too. But you are right, it might be a bit slow for me, but it might be interesting for some travelers. 😄
@@tokyokenchani'm addicted to that butai 😂. Have seen it every year since 2015 except during the pandemic. Next year Teigeki will undergo rennovation so startibg 2025 it might only be shown in Umeda and Hakataza only..
Yes, sometimes I prefer longer and slower routes to take in all the journey and experiences ^^
Thank you! Very Informative!
Thank you for watching!
Hi Kengo. When lm watching your videos lm thinking to come back to Japan. So pretty there. I'm taking buss too if lm going there. See you in Japan again
Hi! It's been almost a year since you visited here last time. I think things are a little more relaxed here now so I hope you can visit in a different season next time. :)
Thank u so much for this informative video! Do the buses from/to matsumoto take suitcase? And do I need to bring along a bear bell?
They take suitcases, but it's less stressful/hassle to use a luggage transport service like Yamato Transport, and have them deliver your luggage to your hotel. I used them and my luggage got to my hotel(Nishi Itoya) on time and intact
Thank you Kenchan-san for your informative and beautiful video. Much appreciated if you can share the link for bus reservation to Kamikochi.
Hi. This is the link. www.alpico.co.jp/en/timetable/kamikochi/r-shinjuku-kamikochi/ There is more details in the description of this video. :)
@@tokyokenchan Hi Kenchan-san, I overlooked your description, sorry for that. Thank you so much for your prompt reply.
Nice video! May I know the date of your trip? When is the best time to visit this place in Oct/ Nov? Thanks
Hi! I’m planning a day trip to Kamikochi in may and would love some advice on whether my day itinerary is doable. I’ll be taking the early bus from Matsumoto around 5:30 AM and plan to get off at the bus stop near Taisho Pond. From there, I plan to do the Taisho-ike Course, walk up to Kappa Bridge, and then take the Myojin-ike Course. Can I comfortably fit all this into a day trip? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
Hi! We don't know the bus schedule for the next year yet, but I think if you leave Matsumoto 5:30 in the morning, I think it fits well for a day trip. Taishoike - Kappabashi - Myojinike - Kappabashi is about 3 hours without any stop. It depends on how much you enjoy scenery and also physical conditions, but you can take early afternoon or late afternoon bus from Kamikochi Bus Terminal. Day is longer in May, so it's a good season to travel.
@ Amazing! Thank you so much for your answer mate 🙏🏻😊
Kamikochi will open for tourism again next year. Around what date?
It's scheduled for April 17, 2024.
@@tokyokenchan since i already planned my trip to Kamikochi for end of march, are other parts like shirakawa also close?
No it's only Kamikochi. Other parts like Shirakawago, Takayama, Shin-Hotaka ropeway, are open. @@user-pl8tp1fu9z
Hi Ken Chan san, do you also recommend travelling from Nagoya to Kamikochi? Why is it closed from Dec to March is it due to extreme winter weather?
Hi Kenchan! I read somewhere saying that kamikochi is off limit for hiking in January. But another website mentioned that the lower altitude of chubusangaku park is still open for hike. May i know if we can still hike from the Kappa Bridge along the Taisho Pond path in January? Is there other route as well accessible in January here in Chubusangaku? Thank you!
Hi Ken, this video is very informative, thank you for your hard work putting together. I'm planning to go to Kamikochi this year in November the 3rd, Is there a local bus run from Hirayu to Kamikochi during that time?, as I saw in your video the timetable mention 7/15-8/27. Many Thanks
Thank you for watching and your kind words. Yes, the bus from Hirayu to Kamikochi runs every 30 minutes from 5am to 5pm, until November 15 this year. You can see more details here. www.nouhibus.co.jp/route_bus/kamikochi-line-en/
Non basterebbe una vita x conoscere tutto il Giappone. Io adoro quello rurale, fatto di piccoli e tranquilli villaggi, dove si tocca e si sente nell'aria l'anima di un paese meraviglioso..
Thanks for this video. Will kamikochi remain open in November??where can we check the schedule for it ?
Hi, can I please check again you mentioned in the video that it's open until 15 Nov only. Does it mean we cannot go there beyond that date? 😢
Right. The public transportation and hotel operation finish on November 15, 2024. You can enter on foot, but it's not for everybody. You need to walk with gears for winter mountain.
awww, I am planning to visit Nagano last week of November so I'm sad to know Kamikochi is closed by then :(
rewatched your video multiple times and im learning a lot for my planned trip to Kamikochi this year. May I just ask, is it okay to bring a Medium sized luggage on the highway buses?
Thank you for watching. Yes, you can put suitcases under the bus in the trunk. You can only put small bags on the over head storage space. I hope you have a great trip to Kamikochi. :)
@@tokyokenchanthank you Kenchan!
Hiii, for the bus from Matsumoto to Kamikochi, does it allow eating food as well? I plan to go to Kamikochi super early hoping to take my breakfast on the road
Are you allowed to swim in the river? The river looks soooo good in all the pictures I’ve seen.
Can we swim at the river? Its look so nice
hello Kenchan-san, I'm planning to go to kamikochi in late october (around 28th-30th), is it the best time to visit there to see autumn leaves? the forecast said it'll be later to get autumn this year because it said it still be hot for october, I'm kinda worried
Thank you for your videos, I'm learning a lot!😄
Hello. Yes, it seems late this year again but last year was record late too when I filmed this video in the end of October. This was the end of foliage that finished in a few days after this. So I think you will be fine. It's also different depends on the parts in Kamikochi. This year, they are expecting Autumn foliage is beautiful in Japan.
@@tokyokenchan Thank you! that's reassuring to hear
Hello Ken san! may i know when did you take this video? I am going this year on the 7th November, i hope i can still see yellow leaves!
Hello. This was October 30. So about a week before your travel. :)
What dates are best for peak leaves...sounds like they peak in October. When did you go? Planning around Nov 13 Close to end of open season.
This was October 31 last year. Leaves might be a little more fallen by November 13th in Kamikochi.
When is good time to visit kamikochi for best autumn experiences?
When I visited, it was the end of October and it was the last week to see Autumn leaves. It depends on the year, but usually around October.
Hi Kenchan
We are visiting Kamakochi in April 14th to 17th
How can i find out if the Kama tunnel is open
and public transport is working
Tks
Public transportations to Kamikochi start on April 17, 2024. You can check the bus site or website of hotels in Kamikoci. www.alpico.co.jp/en/timetable/kamikochi/r-shinjuku-kamikochi/
@@tokyokenchan appreciate your prompt reply
Tks
Which month is best to visit kamikochi?
Hi can we do a day trip from Tokyo to there?
Hi. It might be a little far for a day trip unless you leave a night before by bus.