【Pricing】 (Group Size: 1 to 4 persons)

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 8.5 hours (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 5 hours
Distance: 4.4 km
Elevation: 2,156m (Nishihodakaguchi Station) to 2,452m (Mt. Maruyama)

【Itinerary】

7:30 Depart from Raicho Onsen inn
8:50 Shinhotaka Ropeway
9:10 Arrive at Nishihodakaguchi Station
10:40 Nishihodaka Sanso (Mountain Hut)
12:00 Reach the summit of Mt. Maruyama (2,452m)
13:00 Lunch at Nishihodaka Sanso
14:30 Return to Shinhotaka Ropeway
16:00 Arrive back at Guesthouse Raicho

【Meeting Point & Time】

Meeting Time: 7:00 AM at Raicho Onsen inn.
Important Note: Guests are required to stay at Raicho Onsen inn on the night before the tour. A 1-hour mandatory briefing and gear orientation (crampons, ice axe, and beacon) will be conducted on the day of your arrival.

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Outdoor fleece, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), neck warmer or balaclava, warm hat, and gloves.
Gear: Insulated water bottle, trekking poles, sunglasses/goggles, backpack, and trail snacks.
Lunch: We will enjoy the famous ramen at Nishihodaka Sanso (included in the tour price) .

【What is Included in the Fee】

We provide high-quality winter gear rental:
Hard shell jacket and pants
Winter mountaineering boots
Crampons & Ice axe
Snowshoes & Gaiters
Avalanche beacon

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 18 to 50 years old.
Difficulty: This is an advanced winter climb. Participation is limited to those with experience in mountaineering or long-distance hiking.
Base Layers: To manage sweat and maintain body temperature, please ensure you wear synthetic or wool base layers (avoid cotton).
Cancellations: If heavy snow, high winds, or other hazardous weather conditions are forecast, or if the Shinhotaka Ropeway is suspended, the tour will be cancelled.
Alternative: Depending on conditions, we may offer a snowshoe tour in Norikura Kogen instead. In this case, the difference in the tour fee will be refunded.
Booking Deadline: Reservations must be made at least one week in advance to allow for gear preparation.
Insurance: If you wish to enroll in Raicho's insurance, please select the "Mt.Nishihotaka-Maruyama Winter Hiking Experience Tour" option.

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either the Sanbon-taki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or the Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour　¥13,250（20%OFF）

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】Group Size: 1–7 persons (Minimum 2 participants required to run the tour)

¥16,900 per person

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 6 hours (6:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 4 hours
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Elevation: 1,300m (Nakanoyu Gate) to 1,500m (Kamikochi)

【Itinerary】

6:30 Meet at Raicho Onsen inn
7:00 Depart from Raicho
7:40 Nakanoyu Gate (Entrance to Kama Tunnel)
9:30 Taisho Pond
10:00 Tashiro Pond
12:00 Return to Nakanoyu
12:30 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Point & Time】

Location: Raicho Onsen inn
Time: 6:30 AM (Please note that the meeting time may vary slightly depending on the sunrise time.)

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【What is Included in the Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 10 to 70 years old. (For children under 10, please book a private tour.)
The Kama Tunnel: To reach the beautiful landscapes of Kamikochi, the tour begins with a walk through the Kama Tunnel. This is a 1,310-meter-long tunnel with a 100-meter incline, taking approximately 40 minutes to pass through.
Accommodation: For group tours, participants are required to stay at "Guesthouse Raicho" on the night before the tour.
Pick-up/Meeting Requests: If you wish to meet at a location other than Raicho Onsen inn, please book a Private Tour.

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either the Sanbon-taki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or the Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】

※For groups of 8 or more, please contact us for a consultation.

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 6 hours (6:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 4 hours
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Elevation: 1,300m (Nakanoyu Gate) to 1,500m (Kamikochi)

【Itinerary】

7:00 Depart from Raicho Onsen inn
7:40 Nakanoyu Gate (Entrance to Kama Tunnel)
9:30 Taisho Pond
10:00 Tashiro Pond
12:00 Return to Nakanoyu
12:30 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Points & Times】

Raicho Onsen inn: 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Sawando Parking Lot No. 2 (Ashiyu Park): 7:00 AM
Nakanoyu Bus Stop: 9:00 AM
Ryoso Tsuyukusa (Hirayu Onsen): 7:30 AM
Note: If meeting at Ryoso Tsuyukusa, you must stay overnight at that location. An additional fee of ¥3,600 will be added to the tour price.
If you wish to meet at a location not listed above, please contact us for a consultation.

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Optional Services】

Professional Photography Plan: ¥30,000
Propose (Surprise Proposal) Plan: ¥15,000 (Note: Photography is not included in this price.)
Childcare / Babysitting: Please contact us if you are interested in childcare services during your tour.

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 7 to 70 years old. 
The Kama Tunnel: To reach the beautiful landscapes of Kamikochi, the tour begins with a walk　through the Kama Tunnel. This is a 1,310-meter-long tunnel with a 100-meter incline, taking approximately 40 minutes to pass through.

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either the Sanbon-taki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or the Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】

※For groups of 8 or more, please contact us for a consultation.

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 9.5 hours (6:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 7.5 hours
Distance: Approx. 16 km
Elevation: 1,300m (Nakanoyu Gate) to 1,500m (Kamikochi)

【Itinerary】

7:00 Depart from Raicho Onsen inn
7:40 Nakanoyu Gate (Entrance to Kama Tunnel)
9:30 Taisho Pond
10:00 Tashiro Pond
12:00 Kappa Bridge (The iconic viewpoint of Kamikochi)
15:30 Return to Nakanoyu
16:00 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Points & Times】

Raicho Onsen inn: 6:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Sawando Parking Lot No. 2 (Ashiyu Park): 7:00 AM
Nakanoyu Bus Stop: 9:00 AM
Ryoso Tsuyukusa (Hirayu Onsen): 7:30 AM
Note: If meeting at Ryoso Tsuyukusa, you must stay overnight at that location. An additional fee of ¥3,600 will be added to the tour price.
If you wish to meet at a location not listed above, please contact us for a consultation.

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Optional Services】

Professional Photography Plan: ¥30,000
Propose (Surprise Proposal) Plan: ¥15,000 (Note: Photography is not included in this price.)
Childcare / Babysitting: Please contact us if you are interested in childcare services during your tour.

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 7 to 70 years old. 
The Kama Tunnel: To reach the beautiful landscapes of Kamikochi, the tour begins with a walk　through the Kama Tunnel. This is a 1,310-meter-long tunnel with a 100-meter incline, taking approximately 40 minutes to pass through.

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either Sanbondaki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

Sanbondaki Falls Tour 　¥10,000（20%OFF）

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】Group Size: 1–7 persons (Minimum 2 participants required)

¥12,500 per person

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 3.5 h (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 3 hours
Distance: Approx. 6 km
Elevation: 1,600m (Yamaboushi) to 1,800m (Sanbon-taki Falls)

【Itinerary】

9:00 Meet at Raicho Onsen inn
9:30 Depart from Raicho Onsen inn
9:40 Arrive at Yamaboushi Parking Lot
11:00 Reach Sanbon-taki Falls (One of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls)
12:30 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Point & Time】

Location: Raicho Onsen inn
Time: 9:00 AM
Note: We highly recommend staying overnight at Raicho Onsen inn or within the Norikura Kogen area on the night before the tour.

【Round-trip Charter Taxi Service: Matsumoto Station – Raicho】

Round-trip Fare: Approx. 40,000–60,000 yen ※Fares vary depending on the type of car.
Travel Time: 2 hours one way
How to Book: You can make a reservation via the Alpico Taxi website below.
https://visit-nagano.alpico.co.jp/nagano-customized-charter-taxi

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 10 to 70 years old. (For children under 10, please book a Private Tour.)

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either the Sanbon-taki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or the Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】

※For groups of 8 or more, please contact us for a consultation.
※For an additional 10,000 yen, you can upgrade to the “Norikura Long Tour,” which takes you to Sanbon Falls and Zengoro Falls.

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 3.5 hours (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 3 hours
Distance: Approx. 3 km
Elevation: 1,600m (Yamaboushi) to 1,800m (Sanbon-taki Falls)

【Itinerary】

9:00 Meet at Raicho Onsen inn
9:30 Depart from Raicho Onsen inn
9:40 Arrive at Yamaboushi Parking Lot
11:00 Reach Sanbon-taki Falls (One of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls)
12:30 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Point & Time】

Location: Raicho Onsen inn
Time: 9:00 AM
Accommodation: We highly recommend staying overnight at Guesthouse Raicho or within the Norikura Kogen area on the night before the tour for a smooth start.

【Round-trip Charter Taxi Service: Matsumoto Station – Raicho】

Round-trip Fare: Approx. 40,000–60,000 yen ※Fares vary depending on the type of car.
Travel Time: 2 hours one way
How to Book: You can make a reservation via the Alpico Taxi website below.

https://visit-nagano.alpico.co.jp/nagano-customized-charter-taxi

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Optional Services】

Professional Photography Plan: ¥30,000
Propose (Surprise Proposal) Plan: ¥15,000 (Note: Photography is not included in this price.)
Childcare / Babysitting: Please contact us if you are interested in childcare services during your tour.

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 7 to 70 years old. (For children under 10, please book a Private Tour.)

★ Combo Discount (20% OFF)　※Guests staying at  Raicho Onsen inn

Save 20% when you book the Kamikochi Tour together with either Sanbondaki Falls Tour or 【Private Tour】Norikura Ice Fall Snowshoe Tour or Zengoro Night Tour.
※Kamikochi tour : Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime Ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Taisho-ike Rime ice Tour、【Private】Kamikochi Kappa Bridge Tour

Zengoro Night Tour　¥7,520（20%OFF）

How to Claim: Enter the coupon code [raicho2026] in the "Coupon Code" field on the reservation screen.

【Pricing】Group Size: 1–7 persons (Minimum 2 participants required)

¥9,400 per person

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 1.5 hours
Distance: Approx. 3 km
Elevation: Approx. 1,500m (Zengoro Falls)

【Tour Schedule】

17:00 Depart from Raicho
17:30 Zengoro Falls Entrance Parking Lot
18:00 Zengoro Falls
19:30 Return to Raicho

【Monthly Schedule】Meeting times change depending on the sunset.

December 17:00 Raicho meeting (departure at 17:20)  Tour time 17:30~19:30
January 17:30 Raicho meeting (departure at 17:50)  Tour time 18:00~20:00
February 18:00 Raicho meeting (departure at 18:20)  Tour time 18:30~20:30
March 18:30 Raicho meeting (departure at 18:50)  Tour time 19:00~21:00

【Meeting Point & Accommodation】

Location: Raicho Onsen inn
Note: Since the tour ends in the evening, we highly recommend staying at Guesthouse Raicho or within the Norikura Kogen area on the night of the tour.

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), goggles (for wind/snow protection), warm drinks, and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 10 to 70 years old. 
Flexible Timing: Exact departure times may fluctuate slightly depending on the sunset conditions.

【Pricing】

※For groups of 8 or more, please contact us for a consultation.

【Tour Overview】

Total Duration: Approx. 3 hours (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Active Hiking Time: Approx. 3 hours
Distance: Approx. 4 km
Elevation: 1,500m (Zengoro Falls) to 1,600m (Ushidome Pond)

【Itinerary】

12:30 Meet at Raicho Onsen inn
13:00 Depart from Raicho
13:10 Kyukamura (Vacation Village) → Ushidome Pond (Enjoy the snowy pond scenery)
14:30 Zengoro Falls (Visit the massive frozen waterfall)
16:00 Arrive back at Raicho Onsen inn

【Meeting Point & Time】

Location: Raicho Onsen inn
Time: 12:30 PM
Accommodation: We recommend staying at Guesthouse Raicho or within the Norikura Kogen area on the night before your tour for a more relaxed experience.

【What to Bring】

Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, waterproof gloves, technical base layers (synthetic or wool), and a warm knit hat.
Footwear: Waterproof high-cut snow boots.
Gear: Backpack (suitable for outdoor use), sunglasses (for sunny days) or goggles (for snowy/windy days).
Other: Warm drinks and trail snacks.

【Included in the Tour Fee】

Snowshoes,Trekking poles,Gaiters

【Optional Services】

Professional Photography Plan: ¥30,000
Propose (Surprise Proposal) Plan: ¥15,000 (Note: Photography is not included in this price.)
Childcare / Babysitting: Please contact us if you are interested in childcare services during your tour.

【Important Notices】

Age Requirement: 5 to 75 years old.