Kamikochi Japan Alps in Autumn 🍁 | Day Trip & Hiking Guide + How to Get There

🍁 Explore Kamikochi in Japan's Northern Alps during peak autumn foliage! In this vlog, I take you on a full-day hiking trip to Kamikochi, a stunning alpine valley located inside Chubu Sangaku National Park, Japan. Often called the "Swiss Alps of Asia," Kamikochi is known for its crystal-clear rivers, vibrant forests, and majestic mountains. This Kamikochi day trip was done in November 2024, traveling by public transport from Matsumoto using trains and buses. Along the hike, we explore famous landmarks such as: Kappa Bashi Bridge Dakesawa Marsh Myojin First Pond (Myojin Ike) Konashidaira Campground Tashiro Pond / Tashiro Marsh 📍 Perfect for: nature lovers, hikers, backpackers, and first-time visitors to Japan 🚆 Transport: train + bus from Matsumoto ⛰️ Best season: Autumn (October–November) --- ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:26 Journey from Matsumoto to Kamikochi 2:56 Kamikochi Bus Terminal 4:27 Kappa Bashi Bridge 5:22 Hike to Dakesawa Marsh 5:28 Dakesawa Marsh 6:19 Hike to Myojin Pond 7:02 Myojin First Pond 8:31 Konashidaira Campground 9:03 Rest Area 9:54 Return to Matsumoto --- 🎥 More Japan Travel Vlogs: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Tokyo, Hakuba, Kamakura, Fuji Kawaguchiko, Toyama, and more! 📱 Follow me on TikTok: [Talie Bercerita](  / taliebercerita  ) #Kamikochi #JapanAlps #JapanTravel #KamikochiAutumn #JapanHiking #BackpackingJapan #Matsumoto #travelvlog