Kamikochi-Yarigatake-Hotaka Circuit
Japan · Asia · Hut-to-hut · score 73/100
At a glance
| Countries | Japan |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Nagano (Northern Japan Alps) |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 35 km |
| Typical duration | 3-4 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 3190 m |
| Best season | mid-Jul to mid-Oct |
| Start | Kamikochi |
| End | Kamikochi (loop via Karasawa) |
| Permit / guide | no (hut reservations recommended) |
| Special gear | helmet recommended (chains/ladders; exposed scrambling); crampons early season |
Score
73/100
Japan's classic alpine circuit over 3000 m peaks with hut network; Daikiretto is famously exposed
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
Distance approximate (~35-40 km loop); fatalities occur most years on the Hotaka ridge in bad weather
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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