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

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

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

Gozaishodake 1212m is a scenic and easy to access winter hike. There is a variety of trails suited from beginner winter level to...

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 2455m in winter is an intermediate hike which is accessible from Nakanoyu Onsen. The hike has beautiful views from the Northern...

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

Ibuki 1377m is a very snowy and cold but easy winter hike reachable as a dayhike from Nagoya. There are some steeper sections at the top...

Yarigatake 3180m in the off-season is a difficult snow hike with lots of elevation gain on the way up. With good weather you’ll have...

Tengudake 2640m from Honzawa Onsen is a relatively easy and stunning winter hike. The ridge to the peak has a bit of exposure and is steep, but overall this is a good hike to practice your crampons and axe skills. Honzawa is also famous for being Japan's highest outdoor onsen, and especially in winter, it's amazing to have a bath surrounded by snow. The hut is open year-round. ⏲︎ Time: 9-10h ✎ Kanji: 天狗岳 ⚲   Location: Nagano ↔ Distance: 17km ✮ Difficulty: Intermediate ᨒ

Kisokomagatake 2,956m is an intermediate winter hike and an easy summer hike. The ropeway significantly reduces the amount of elevation gain in both seasons, making the ascent much more accessible. It’s a great option if you want to reach high altitude and enjoy expansive views without spending hours climbing through forest. The mountain is also well suited for practising with crampons and an ice axe. However, avalanche risk can be high in winter, so conditions should be chec

Karamatsu 2696m is an intermediate and very popular winter hike from the Happo One ski resort. It's very scenic with beautiful views and good to practice use of crampons and axe. Weather at the peak is often bad in winter with high winds. Full winter gear including crampons and axe is needed. The hike is possible year round and during weekends always very busy. ⏲︎ Time: 6h ✎ Kanji: 唐松岳 ⚲  Location: Nagano ↔ Distance: 9km ✮ Difficulty: Intermediate ᨒ Elevation Gain: 95

The Tatayama 3015m to Bessan 2880m loop is an intermediate hike around the Tateyama plateau. The hike is possible once the Kurobe Alpine Route opens. Because of the easy access the first part of the hike is incredibly busy during summer. If possible it’s best to go early or during the week. Until the end of June winter gear like crampons and axe is needed. ⏲︎ Time: 6-7h ✎ Kanji: 立山 ⚲ Location: Nagano ↔ Distance: 10km ✮ Difficulty: Intermediate ᨒ Elevation Gain: 100