Central Japan and Japanese Alps
Our ideas for a travel plan full of nature and mountains!
Shirakawago Village, Takayama Old Town and "Litle Kyoto" Kanazawa.. best bits of Central Japan and Alpine Route in a single week.
Central Japan is one of the richest and most diverse regions in Japan in terms of landscapes, cuisine and activities for tourists. Here you’ll find some of the most breathtaking destinations in the country. Besides the amazing rural scenery, traveling through the Japanese Alps was one of the highlights in Japan. The Japanese Alps are a complete opposite to the lowland, highly populated, futuristic cities of modern Japan.
Central Japan is one of the richest and most diverse regions in Japan in terms of landscapes, cuisine and activities for tourists. Here you’ll find some of the most breathtaking destinations in the country. Besides the amazing rural scenery, traveling through the Japanese Alps was one of the highlights in Japan. The Japanese Alps are a complete opposite to the lowland, highly populated, futuristic cities of modern Japan.
This is not a packaged tour. Please arrange for accommodations and transportation at your own discretion.
Prices varies depending whether you prefer a walking tour or a private vehicle.
Unless otherwise stated, all transportation, food, drink, entry fees, etc. are to be paid by the customer.
Prices varies depending whether you prefer a walking tour or a private vehicle.
Unless otherwise stated, all transportation, food, drink, entry fees, etc. are to be paid by the customer.
Our Trip Ideas for You!
Day1: Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city, nestled nicely between Tokyo and Osaka.
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Day2: Magome & Tsumago
The Kiso Valley’s picturesque post towns are one of the most popular of the towns to visit.
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Day3: Matsumoto
The gateway town to the Japanese Alps has long been a destination for hikers and history buffs.
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Day4: Kamikochi
Beginner-friendly trails take visitors through lush forests, with views of the amazing Japan Alps.
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Day5: Takayama
Takayama is filled with interesting sights, the heart of Japan’s inland mountain culture.
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Day6: Shirakawago
Shirakawago and Gokayama are widely known as one of the most scenic places in Japan.
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Day7: Kanazawa
You’ll find dozens of sophisticated, delightful and thought-provoking crafts and traditions in Kanazawa.
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Day8: Noto Peninsula
Noto's beautiful coastal scenery, quaint fishing villages, thriving agricultural traditions.
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Japan Rail Pass
The JR Pass is a 7 to 21 days pass that allows unlimited travel on Japan Rail lines throughout the country. This ticket is extraordinarily good value for long distance and inter-city travel. *Restrictions: Can only be purchased by temporary visitor visa holders not already in Japan.