Ryujin Falls - Kamadocho, Mizunami, Gifu

Thank you! 🙏 🙂 It's a beautiful place.

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Hi! Yes, I stayed near Nagano Station and took a day trip to Nozawa Onsen. It’s easily accessible by bus from the station, taking less than two hours.

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You can visit their website to see the prices, which may vary by season. en.nozawaski.com/the-mountain/lift-ticket/ticket-prices/

Hi! I’m not sure if there are any shops in the area that rent winter boots, but it’s advisable to wear your own. It can get quite cold, and the hilly section at the end of the hike might be slippery.

@@cherrywanders3067 Oh thank you for the response. May I also ask what shoes you were wearing in this video?

@@Dukiboi24 I bought the winter boots on Amazon. amzn.asia/d/aujcNAf

Yes, I went there during the first week of February.

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I appreciate it. Thank you! 🙏 It was an amazing experience despite the tough conditions.

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Thank you! 🙏 The one-way bus fare to Nozawa Onsen from Nagano station is 2,200 yen. This service runs only from December to March. You can purchase tickets at the bus ticket office in Nagano station, as there’s no online reservation available. For more information, visit the Alpico Group website.

The water is shallow and swimming is prohibited.

Hello! 👋 The bus takes a different route in winter and doesn’t go directly to the shrine. Instead, you’ll need to get off at Togakushi-Jinja 中社 and walk for about an hour to reach Togakushi Shrine Okusha (Main Shrine) Zuishinmon 戸隠神社 奥社 随神門.

Hi! The hike to Togakushi shrine is relatively easy and takes about two hours round trip. Just make sure to wear appropriate winter clothing to stay warm and winter boots, as some areas may be slippery.

Thank you for watching! 🙏🙂 If it snows by the time you reach Karasawa, it’s better not to attempt the hike to Mt. Hotaka. However, if the weather is clear, it's safe to hike up. It's advisable to wear a helmet for safety, as the climb is quite rocky, but crampons aren't necessarily required.

I left Hakuba Station at around 8 a.m., but I started my hike from Tsugaike around 10 a.m.

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@@anonymous134y You’re welcome. 👍

During the winter season, there is a direct bus service from Nagano Station to Nozawa Onsen. The approximate cost for this bus ride is around ¥1,600 to ¥2,000 one way. The journey typically takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic and weather conditions. You can take a limited express train from Nagano to Nakatsugawa Station, which takes about 2 hours and costs approximately ¥5,000 to ¥6,000. The exact cost may vary depending on your starting location. Bus from Nakatsugawa Station to Magome-juku: From Nakatsugawa Station, you can take a bus to Magome-juku, which costs around ¥600.

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there isn't much of a picturesque winter landscape near Tokyo, you need to go to the countryside, like Nagano, as shown in the video. My recommendation if you're planning to visit Nagano is to stop by Obasute Station. It's an overlooking station with views of rice terraces but in winter they look somewhat magical

@@mayonnaise0077 among the places in nagano, which one is your favourite?

@@HL00403 togakushi shrine, obasute station, lake suwa and hakuba valley they just hit different for me, nagano city itself is just a plain city but every direction you go outside the city is just beautiful 👌

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It usually takes around 2 to 3 hours to complete, depending on your pace and the time you spend taking in the views or resting.

It was in late September.

I visited around 2nd week of February last year.

Thanks a lot! 🙏🙂 I used DJI Osmo Pocket 3 for filming.

Thank you! 🙏🙂 I stayed at Lodge & Log Cottage Villa Happo, which has a reasonable price. There are other lodges and hotels, but they tend to be pricier and farther from Hakuba Station. In late September, the daytime temperatures are generally not too cold, but it can get a bit chilly at night and in the early morning. A windbreaker and a light down jacket would be a good idea.

No worries! 🙏🙂 I really enjoy using this camera on hikes because it's lightweight and doesn't take up much space in my bag.

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Salam, Bila nak pergi. Saya start hiking 31/8-1/9

Hi! It’s the Hakuba Oike Route. This trail starts at Tsugaike Nature Park and goes through Tenguhara, Mt. Norikuradake, Hakuba Oike, Mt. Korenge, and Mt. Shirouma, ending at Hakuba Sanso. I returned by the same route.

Hello! 👋 I went hiking during the first week of October. The peak autumn season in Karasawa happens around this time.

@@cherrywanders3067 thank you for this info!

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Hello! 👋🙂 Yes, Kanazawa usually gets a lot of snow in January, but it’s better to check the weather updates before you travel there.

Thank a lot! 😊🙏 Yes it was!

I visited around end of September.

@@cherrywanders3067 thank you for your reply!

Hello! 👋 By early December, Togakushi Shrine is likely to have some snow, but the amount can vary from year to year. While the higher elevations in the region tend to get snow earlier, consistent and significant snowfall might not occur until later in the month. For the best snow experience, plan your visit between late December and February.

Hello! 👋 You don't need a helmet to climb Mt. Ontake. Many people hike without one. Have a great hike!🙂👍