Tour de Japan
TOUR DATES: 25TH MAY - 31ST MAY 2026 (10 Spots)
TRAIL TYPE: Mountainous - Ridgelines - Pilgrimage
TOTAL DISTANCE: 90km (approx)
TOTAL ASCENT: approx 4000M ascent
HIGHLIGHTS: We will be exploring The Central Alps, also known as the Kiso Mountains, are a mountain range in southern Nagano Prefecture, Japan. They are part of the broader Japanese Alps, along with the Northern and Southern Alps. The range stretches roughly 65 kilometers and is characterized by its steep, rocky terrain and diverse hiking opportunities.
Don’t let the total distance food you, as it is a beefy, jam packed 90km. Lots of stunning ridges, summitting the 3rd highest mountain in Japan for sunrise and moving through the beautifully preserved towns of Tsumago/Magome on the Nakasendo trail.
HIGHEST POINT: Mt Yarigatake 3180m **please note that the route is subject to change depending on local government restrictions.
DIFFICULTY: 15-25km days (run when you can, hike fast when you can’t). There are many stunning ridgeline sections on this tour. If you have any aversion or are scared of heights, please consider carefully!
TRIP DURATION TOTAL: 7days/6nights
ON TRAIL TOTAL: 5 days
ACCOMMODATION ON TRAIL: 3/4* Hotel Accommodation. Rooms will be twin share and include a private en-suite. Single occupancy tariff is not available on this tour due to the limited accommodation.
FOOD: Breakfast and lunch are included in the tour price. Dinner, alcohol and extra drinks are to be paid by guest.
COSTS
AU$xx twin share in hotel accommodation *$1000 deposit taken at time of booking
INCLUSIONS:
3/4* Hotel Accommodation
Private Bus Transfers to trail head
Train Fares for the duration of the tour.
National Park entry fees
Helmet Rental
2 x On Trail Guides
Emergency management (sat phone, first aid kit etc carried by guides)
Breakfasts and Lunch x 7
EXCLUSIONS:
Flights / transfers to Japan
Dinner
Alcohol
Extra drinks
Insurance
Souvenirs & extra activities
Toilet charges
RUNNER HANDBOOK DOWNLOAD
Available for download HERE once finalised
ITINERARY
*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ITINERARY IS INDICATIVE ONLY AND MAY CHANGE TO SUIT CONDITIONS, NEW INFORMATION OR REGULATIONS. THE FINAL RUNNING ROUTE WILL BE CONFIRMED CLOSER TO DEPARTURE (and indeed daily according to conditions).
ARRIVAL DAY /
Your tour guides will meet you in the beautiful mountainous town of Takayama for coffee intro’s over lunch. Afternoon run around the city (5km approx)
RUN DAY 01 / .
Kamikochi - Yarigatake Sanso
21km 1651m+
RUN DAY 02 /
Yarigatake Sanso - Yarigatake Summit 3180 - Kamikochi
22km (mostly descending)
RUN DAY 03 /
Nagiso – Tsumago - Magome
12km 650m+
RUN DAY 04 /
Loop - Minotoguchi Trailhead - Mt Aka - Mt Io
25km 1732m+
RUN DAY 05 /
Loop - Kitayatsugatake Ropeway – Mt Chausu - Takamiishigoya Hut
14km 750m+
TRAVEL DAY /
Breakfast in Matsumoto - Clients to Depart from Matsumoto for onward travel plans
TOTAL KM: 90km - TOTAL VERT: approx. 4000M Ascent