Nakasendo
Japan · Asia · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 64/100
At a glance
| Countries | Japan |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Honshu (Kyoto-Tokyo) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 534 km |
| Typical duration | 20-25 days |
| Difficulty | 2/5 (Easy-moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1197 m |
| Best season | Mar-May; Oct-Nov |
| Start | Kyoto (Sanjo Ohashi) |
| End | Tokyo (Nihonbashi) |
| Permit / guide | no |
| Special gear | none |
Score
64/100
Edo-period highway with 69 post towns; mostly walked in preserved Kiso Valley sections
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Full road 534 km (one measured line 590 km); highest point Torii Pass 1,197 m; most walk only 2-5 day Kiso sections
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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