In Nagano Prefecture's Northern Japan Alps, Kamikochi is a well-liked resort that boasts some of Japan's most breathtaking mountain views. It is open from April 17 to November 15; in the winter, it closes. Late spring and early summer, especially from late April to the end of July, are the ideal seasons to visit Kamikochi.
You can reach Kamikochi from different ways like there are direct flights, direct trains as well as direct buses services available for Kamikochi.
Japan airlines and Qatar Airways are two popular Airlines connecting Kamikochi from main cities of Japan.
BY Air : Matsumoto (MMJ) Airport, located 27.6 kilometers from Kamikōchi, is the closest airport. Additional airports in the vicinity are Nagoya Airfield (NKM) (127.9 km), Komatsu (KMQ) (110.8 km), and Chūbu Centrair (NGO) (171.2 km). All foreign tourists must adhere to the terms of their visas and enter Japan with a valid passport for the duration of their stay. At the moment, a visa is not needed for travel to Japan for up to 90 days. For the most recent information, it is advised to get in touch with the Japanese embassy or consulate that is closest to you, as entry and leave requirements are subject to sudden changes.
BY Train : There are direct buses from JR Tokyo station and JR Shinjuku station When traveling by automobile, take the "Sawando" side of Matsumoto, the "Hirayu" side of Takayama, the Kamikochi shuttle, or switch to a flat-rate taxi.
There are numerous type of food options when you visit Kamikochi and few of them are:-
Nozawana-zuke (Pickled Mustard Leaves) - Veg
Soba Noodles - Can be Veg or Non-Veg (with different toppings)
Iwana (Grilled River Fish) - Non-Veg
Sansai Ryori (Mountain Vegetable Dishes) - Veg
Oyaki (Stuffed Dumplings) - Can be Veg or Non-Veg
Shinshu Miso (Local Miso Varieties) - Veg
Azuki Bean Desserts - Veg
Tempura (Battered and Fried Vegetables or Seafood) - Can be Veg or Non-Veg
There are 100s of hotel and homestays available for a comfortable accomodation in Kamikochi and few of the top hotels with great deals are available at Kamikochi are:
1. Kamikochi Imperial Hotel
2. Kamikochi Hotel Shirakabaso
3. Kamikochi Lemeiesta Hotel
4. GOSENJAKU HOTEL KAMIKOCHI
5. Kamikochi Nishi-ito-ya Mountain Lodge
6. Nakanoyu Onsen Ryokan
7. Kamikouchi Onsen Hotel
