Spectacular Scenery Kamikochi & Shinhotaka Ropeway Bus Tour
This is a perfect sightseeing bus tour for travelers who would like to explore and experience the two most popular tourist attractions in Northern Japan Alps, Kamikochi and Shinhotaka in just one day.  Fees for the Shinhotaka Ropeway and lunch at Alps Kaido Hirayu are included in the tour, and it is such an easy access to Kamikochi. The bus tour combines convenience in an affordable package for the benefit of tourists. 

Route


Takayama Bus Terminal> Hirayu Onsen (for boarding only) > Shinhotaka Visitor Center >  Shinhotaka #2 Ropeway > Alps Kaido Hirayu (lunch) > Kamikochi> Hirayu Onsen (for arrival only) >  Takayama Bus Terminal 
Season

10 August-27 August: Daily, 2 September-15 October 2023: Sat,Sun&holidays

Duration
9 hours (Takayama- Takayama)
Tour Includes
Transportation, lunch and round trip Shinhotaka No 2. Ropeway 
Bus Company
Nohi Bus Co., Ltd.
Calendar & Fare　
August
10-27
September
2-3, 9-10, 16-18, 23-24, 30
October
1, 7-9, 14-15
Fare
Takayama - Takayama/
Hirayu - Takayama
Adult
JPY 8,800
Child (6-12)
JPY 7,300
Ropeway station
The highest post box in Japan with an
altitude of 2156m
View from the gondola
Azusa River at Kamikochi
Observation deck
Kamikochi in autumn
Itineraries　
8:20AM Depart
Takayama Nohi Bus Terminal
9:20AM Depart
Hirayu Onsen（for boarding only)


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Shinhotaka ＃2Ropeway to the Observation Deck

Panoramic view of the Alps mountains at 2156m above sea level.
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Lunch at Alps Kaido Hirayu
 1:50 PM - 3:50 PM

Kamikochi
(Indulge yourself in the natural beauty of a mountain resort.)
 4:20 PM Arrive
Hirayu Onsen
5:20 PM Arrive
Takayama Bus Terminal

Shinhotaka Ropeway
Shinhotaka Ropeway is the most popular sightseeing spot in the Okuhida area. You can view the beautiful Northern Alps such as Mt. Nishihotakadake, Mt. Yarigatake and Mt. Kasagadake in a 360-degree panoramic view from the observation deck on the mountaintop at an altitude of 2,156 m. The second ropeway is Japan's only double decker gondola, and was recently renewed commemorating its 50th anniversary.
Taisho pond（Kamikochi）
Taisho-ike Pond was created when the Azusa River was banked up with the mudflow generated by the major volcanic eruption of Mt. Yakedake on June 6, 1915, and it is one of the representative sceneries of Kamikochi with its fantastic view of withered trees on the glassy beautiful lake surface. The walking path arranged along Azusa River is flat and walkable, this hiking trail from Taisho-ike Pond to Kappa Bridge (Kappa-bashi) is the most popular walking course in Kamikochi. 
Alps Kaido Hirayu
Alps Kaido Hirayu offers the largest restaurant in Hiraya Onsen and a wide array of souvenirs and local specialties of Hida region. Lunch will be served at a restaurant inside. A free foot bath is also available on the first floor of the building where the panoramic view of Mt Norikura can be enjoyed just in front of you sight.


Cancellation fee
JPY 100 per person before the departure time shown on your E-ticket. 
Note: If you don't show up for a service and fail to cancel the reservation prior to scheduled departure, you are considered a no-show and all money associated with the reservation is forfeited. 
Please cancel your reservation via the “Manage my Booking” Page of Japan Bus Online website at https://japanbusonline.com/BookInquiry before the specified deadline. 

Important Notice

・Bus attendants speak Japanese, only. 
・The tour will be cancelled if the Shinhotaka Ropeway stops its service. 
・You may leave the tour and get off at either Kamikochi or Hirayu Onsen. 
・Please book a ticket by 5PM the day before the trip if you would like to join the tour from Hirayu Bus Terminal.
・For passengers departing from Takayama or Hirayu Bus Terminal, please present your E-ticket and exchange for a paper ticket at the Takayama Nohi Bus Center / Ticket Counter of Hirayu Bus Terminal at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.　
・Please note that tour schedules are subject to change due to traffic/weather conditions and congestion at tourist attractions.
・Lunch menu cannot be changed. Note that the lunch may be changed to a box lunch in case of congestion at a tourist attraction.
・All images shown are for illustration purpose only.

Operating Bus Company
Nohi Bus reservation center TEL: +81 (0)577-32-1688 (9:00AM-5:00PM)
Please contact the operating bus company directly for bus operations. 
You can make an inquiry to JapanBusOnline@mail.j-bus.co.jp customer support center, KOBO Co., Ltd relating to reservations and payment of tickets. 

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