Carefully Selected! Here are 3 recommended places to climb this fall!

With the arrival of autumn, Japan’s mountains are enveloped in the magic of colored leaves. Mountain climbing in autumn foliage is the perfect opportunity to enjoy this spectacular natural beauty at its best. The joy of walking along mountain trails amidst the colorful foliage is exceptional. Stepping into the mountains during the peak season of autumn foliage, you may feel as if you have wandered into a different world, with trees dyed in red and yellow and carpets of autumn leaves. The joy of climbing a mountain in autumn foliage is the beautiful mountain paths surrounded by autumn leaves, and the view from the top of the mountain is a memorable experience as you enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains in autumn colors. A fall foliage hike is a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature and feel the arrival of autumn. Why not make a visit? Here, we introduce a selection of recommended autumn foliage mountain climbing spots that you should climb this fall!

【One-day trip from Senjyobashiki Curl to Kisokomagatake:】Recommended for beginners in mountaineering! Enjoy the spectacular view of the 2,612-meter-high “Senjyoshiki Curl” in Nagano!

The curls spreading out on Senjojiki (2,612 meters above sea level) are truly spectacular! You may think you can’t climb that high, but don’t worry. You can use the Komagatake ropeway to go up to 2,612 meters at once, so even beginner climbers can enjoy it! I really recommend it because you can enjoy the beautiful seasonal beauty of Senjidashiki Karl from alpine flora in summer, to autumn leaves in fall, and snowy mountains in winter!

★Click here for more information about Senjidashiki Karl.

Komagatake ropeway can be used to easily reach an elevation of 2,612 meters, making it safe for beginners in mountain climbing!

The curls created by erosion by glaciers! And the rugged rocky peaks and beautiful red and yellow autumn leaves!

▼ Climbing level ★★★☆☆☆ 　
Beginners have no problem at all if you only want to go to Senjidashiki Curl! You can go there by ropeway!
Mt. Hogendake – Mt. Kisokomagatake is more for intermediate climbers!
There are few steep parts and it is relatively easy to climb, so beginners can climb if they stay overnight in a hut!

▼Climbing schedule 　
Climbing time 4 hours 30 minutes　　 　
05:30 Arrival at parking lot Suganodai Bus Center parking lot　
*Click here for transportation access
06:50 Bus departure Suganodai Bus Center parking lot
07:20 Bus arrival Shirabidaira Station
07:45 Departure from Komagane Ropeway 　
Shirabidaira Station *Click here for Komagane Ropeway information
08:00 Start climbing Senjidajiki station
09:00 Houken lodge 　
09:15 Ascend Mt. 　
09:40 Houken Villa 　
10:00 Ascend Mt. 　
10:20 Ascend Mt. 　
11:10 Begin descent 　
12:30 Descend

【Senjogetake】 Queen of the Southern Alps with three beautiful curls! If you want to enjoy autumn leaves and ridge walking, go to Senjogedake!

Senjoge is a solid climb from the beginning, but the view opens up rather early on and it is very enjoyable to just walk along the ridge line while admiring the three curls! The view opens up rather early on and you can just keep walking along the ridge line looking at the three curls, which is a lot of fun! It’s a really good way to climb in the Southern Alps, because you can enjoy the open scenery for a long time, and you can aim for the summit while enjoying the ridge line and curls in the autumn leaves! Oh, just be careful to make sure you have enough time to get back down the mountain or you will miss the return bus, lol.

★For more information about Senjogatake and the scenery to the summit, click here.

Recommended Southern Alps mountaineering, which can be climbed in a day trip by bus!

Three curls and a beautiful ridge walk with autumn leaves can be enjoyed!

▼ Mountaineering Level 　
★★★☆☆☆ 　
For intermediate climbers! The trail is relatively easy to climb with few steep parts!
Beginners can climb if they stay overnight in a hut!

▼Climbing Schedule 　
Climbing time 6 hours 45 minutes 　
05:00 Arrival at free parking lot in front of Senryuso (about 350 cars)　 　
07:00 Bus departure from Senryuso bus depot 　
07:50 Start climbing Kitazawa Pass 　
09:50 Ascend Mt. 　
11:00 Ascend Senjogatake (3,033m) 　
〜Lunch at the summit 　
14:30 Descend Kitazawa Pass

【Kamikochi – Kadasawa Curl – Okuhotaka】Kadasawa Curl has the best autumn foliage in Japan! And the red-hot peaks of the Hotaka mountain range burning red in the Morgenrot!

Speaking of the autumn foliage season, Kadasawa Karu (dry river bed) is said to have the best autumn foliage in Japan! It takes about 6 hours from Kamikochi to Kadasawa Karu, but the trail is flat and gently sloping, so even beginner climbers can enjoy the view. The view of Kadasawa Karu, where the entire area turns red, and Morgenrot, where the morning sun shines and the Hotaka mountain range blazes red, are both spectacular! The view of the mountains from the summit of Okuhotaka, from the dry river bed to the Northern Alps, never ceases to impress me! Such a view can only be seen from Okuhotaka, so please give it a try!

★Click here for more information on the dry river bed Karu and Okuhotaka and the scenery to the summit.

Kadasawa Curl is famous as a spot where you can see the best autumn leaves in Japan! Even beginner climbers can go there if they stay overnight!

You can see a view like this in Japan! Morgenrot is breathtaking as the morning sun pours in and the Hotaka mountain range burns red!

▼ Mountaineering Level
★★★☆☆☆ For beginners to intermediate

▼Mountaineering Schedule
1Day 6 hours 40 minutes *including rest breaks
07:30 Start climbing Kamikochi Bus Terminal
09:10 Tokusawa Campsite
10:10 Yokoo Campsite
14:20 Dry river bed hutte (where you will stay in tents)
2Day 5 hours 30 minutes *including breaks
03:30 Wake up
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Oku-Hotaka Mt.
03:50 Dry river bed hutte
〜Sunrise
06:00 Mt.
07:30 Dry river bed hutte
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07:30
〜Breakfast & clean up
09:00 Start descent　
Dry river bed hutte
14:30 Descend Kamikochi Bus Terminal

Climbing equipment and personal belongings

⛰ Clothing ⛰ Shoes
Climbing shoes
Climbing shoes with good foot support and non-slip soles are required. Proper size and fit are important for a comfortable climbing experience.

Climbing clothes
T-shirt, shorts (or long tights if you don't want to get hit by grass), outdoor jacket, heavy socks
Hat, spare T-shirt *Adjust according to the season.

Mountaineering backpack:.
You will need a backpack large enough to hold the necessary equipment, food and drink, and warm clothing. Be sure to pay attention to the comfort and adjustability of the backpack.

Protective equipment
Head and limb protection such as helmets, gloves, and sunglasses are important to ensure your safety while climbing.

Warm clothing
In mountainous areas, temperatures can change rapidly, so it is important to have warm clothing. A fleece, down jacket, windproof and waterproof shell jacket, etc. are necessary.

Trekking poles
Trekking poles are useful to support balance on slopes and unstable terrain.

Mountaineering map application "YAMAP
Download a map of the mountain you will be climbing with the mountaineering map application "YAMAP" in advance. You can check your location with GPS even when you are offline.

⛰ Recommended items⛰.
First aid kit
Headlamp
Drink (This is important! You need a liter! You need at least 1 liter.
Food - Onigiri rice balls and waders to eat on the way
Snacks
Money (It's better to have cash since it's not electronic!)
Insect repellent (you don't have to bring any)
Towel
Sunscreen