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Snow Hikes


Jonen Snow Hike (Nagano)
Jonen (2857m) is a streneous and scenic snow hike in Nagano. From the peak you have incredible views of the Hotaka peaks and Yarigatake.


Karasawa Cirque Snow Hike (Nagano)
Karasawa Cirque (2300m) is a stunning glacial Kar accessible as an overnight hike from Kamikochi, typically starting around Golden Week...


Akadake Winter (Yamanashi)
Akadake 2899m is an upper intermediate winter hike in the volcanic Yatsugatake mountains. The hike is usually walked as an overnight hike...


Norikura (Nagano)
Norikuradake is an active volcano and scenic dayhike in Nagano. The hike is easy to access by bus and suitable for beginners.


Gozaisho Snow Hike (Mie)
Gozaishodake 1212m is a scenic and easy to access winter hike. There is a variety of trails suited from beginner winter level to...


Kashimayari (Nagano/Toyama)
Kashimayaridake (鹿島槍ヶ岳) is a strenuous dayhike in the Northern Alps. The peak has beautiful views and lots of elevation gain.


Yakedake Snow Hike (Nagano)
Yakedake 2455m in winter is an intermediate hike which is accessible from Nakanoyu Onsen. The hike has beautiful views from the Northern...


Utsugi (Nagano/Gifu)
Utsugidake 2864m is a beautiful and strenuous dayhike in the central alps. It's possible year-round with winter hiking gear and there are...


Fujiwara (Mie)
Fujiwara 1140m is an easy dayhike from Nagoya. The mountain is accessible year round and not too difficult in winter. Spikes and poles...
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