Kamikochi Taisho Pond Rime Ice Snowshoe Tour
A world of silver silence! To Kamikochi, where rime ice glistens in the morning sun
This snowshoe tour takes you through the breathtaking early morning scenery of Kamikochi in winter, said to be its most beautiful time. Walk through the restricted Kamitunnel by foot to reach the fantastical Taisho Pond and Tashiro Pond. With luck, you may encounter "hoarfrost"—supercooled mist clinging to trees—or diamond dust sparkling in the morning sun. Our guides provide careful instruction, ensuring even winter mountain beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind.
【Main Tour Course】
Raicho ⇒ Nakanoyu (Kama Tunnel) ⇒ Taisho Pond ⇒ Tashiro Pond ⇒ Nakanoyu ⇒ Raicho This snowshoe tour takes you through the breathtaking early morning scenery of Kamikochi in winter, said to be the most beautiful time of year.Walk through the vehicle-restricted Kama Tunnel to reach the fantastical Taisho Pond and Tashiro Pond. With luck, you may encounter "hoarfrost"—supercooled mist clinging to trees—or sparkling diamond dust in the morning sun. Guides provide attentive assistance, ensuring even winter mountain beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind.
【Main Tour Course】
Raicho ⇒ Nakanoyu (Kama Tunnel) ⇒ Taisho Pond ⇒ Tashiro Pond ⇒ Nakanoyu ⇒ Raicho
Information
- Prices
- Adults (10 years and older): ¥16,900 per person *Raicho guests receive a 10% discount on tour fees. Adults (10 years and older): ¥16,900 per person *Raicho guests receive a 10% discount on tour fees.
- Included in Price
- Guide fee, snowshoe set (snowshoes, poles, headlamp, gaiters)
- Duration
- 6 hours (4 hours walking) ① Meet at Raicho / Registration ② Departure / Travel to Kama Tunnel ③ Taisho Pond / Tashiro Pond Snow Shoe Hiking ④ Return to Kama Tunnel ⑤ Arrive at Raicho / Disband
- Capacity
- 2 to 7 people ※ Reservations can be made for 1 person or more 2 to 7 people ※ Reservations can be made for 1 person or more
- Location
- Meeting Point: Hot Spring Inn Raicho
- Cancellation
- Same-day cancellation: 100% of tour fee Cancellation 1-3 days prior: 50% of tour fee *No cancellation fee will be charged if Raicho determines to cancel the tour due to inclement weather. *Cancellation fees apply only to the tour fee and do not include rental fees.
- Organizer
- Raicho Limited
- Address
- 390-1520 4306 Raicho, Azumi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture
- Phone
- 0263-93-2746
- Opening Hours
- 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 1 hour from Nagano Expressway "Matsumoto IC" (Onsen no Yado Raicho) ※Please come with 4WD studless tires Approximately 1 hour from Nagano Expressway "Matsumoto IC" (Onsen no Yado Raicho) ※Please come with 4WD studless tires
- Access (Public Transportation)
- From Matsumoto Station, take the Matsumoto Dentetsu Kamikochi Line to Shinshimashima Station (30 min) → Take the local bus and get off at Norikura Kanko Center, then walk 10 min
- Parking for Regular Vehicles
- Free parking for 8 vehicles Free parking for 8 vehicles
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.