Honshu · Scenic
Not a single train, but a 37-kilometer route through the Northern Japan Alps using six different transport modes. The Snow Wall (Yuki-no-Otani) reaches 20 meters high in April-May. The highest point is Murodo at 2,450 meters. Impossible to complete without the multi-mode pass.
N/A — multiple transport modes
Mid-April to November
Starting point. Take the Toyama Chiho Railway from Toyama Station.
Transfer to the Tateyama Cable Car.
Highest point at 2,450 meters. Snow Wall walk available in spring.
Japan's tallest dam. Spectacular water discharge in summer.
End of the route. Connect to JR Shinano-Omachi Station.
💡 Tips: Mid-April to November only. Start from Toyama by 8 AM to complete in one day. The Snow Wall is best in April-May. Bring layers — temperatures drop significantly at Murodo.
🎫 Reservation: Not required for individual segments. Alpine Route ticket covers all modes.
📅 Seasonal Notes: Mid-April to November only. Snow Wall best in April-May.
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