Mount Norikura
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We got up and enjoyed the pre-peak fall colors on Mount Norikura as we hiked down from Daisekeguchi to Kuraigahara Sanso.
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Mount Norikura is considered one of the easiest peaks in Japan over 3,000m to hike and offers an amazing high alpine experience even if you stay around the bus terminal. You can find more info about getting access and current weather info here.
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There is an amazing Alpine Flower Field located just a short walk from the Tatamidaira Bus Terminal on Mount Norikura. You can get there by bus or if you are up for a challenge you could ride a bike from Norikura Kogen. On this day, Hannah and I spent the day hiking around the flower…
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I’ve been waiting for the new green to come in and the sky to look just right with some clouds in it while the mountain still has some snow to get this image. Today was the day! And for years I have been trying to find a way to visually communicate what Norikura Kogen looks…
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Today we headed up with some other media agencies on the first Spring Bus (春山バス) to Kuraigahara Sanso. The snow plowing crews have been working hard since the first week of April to clear over 10m of snow from Japan’s highest highway. Watch the short video below for more info.