Wow! Oh, it's an amazing view there.

Japan, a place where 70% of the land is mountainous.

Hiking is actually very popular here.

From beginners to experts, men and women of all ages

are able to appreciate the wide variety of nature that mountains offer.

Wow, amazing view.

Today, we'll be introducing Yatsugatake, a mountain range of over 30 mountains.

It's like a fairy tale.

We'll take you on a refreshing walk along the stream which brings you to a dynamic view.

This route is especially recommended for beginners.

Hello.

You'll be greeted at many unique mountain lodges with a warm welcome.

And a hot spring surrounded by an incredible view.

Let's go on a journey, to discover a side of Japan, you've probably never seen.

Hi! I'm Pauline Kitamura, and I've been living in Japan for 20 years,

and fell totally in love with the mountains here and work as a hiking guide in Japan.

I'm here today to tell you a little bit about the Japanese mountains and give you some advice on hiking in Japan.

Today's hiker is...

Hi! I'm Hannah, and it's been about 3 years since I started hiking in Japan

and I absolutely fell in love with the mountains here.

There's still so much more to learn, though, so I'm really excited to find out together.

So let's enjoy this beautiful day and enjoy the mountains together.

Hannah is from Australia and lives in Japan now.

She often posts pictures and videos of what she loves about Japan.

She's been posting about trekking, and it's one of her most popular subjects.

This time we'll be hiking a mountain recommended by Pauline.

So, I'd like to introduce you to one of my most favorite mountain ranges, the Yatsugatake Mountain.

One of the reasons why this mountain is so popular is

because it has so many different hiking routes all over the place.

And there's also a lot of mountain lodges that you can stay at along the way.

I would highly recommend today's route for beginners because,

for a relatively easy hike, you'll be able to enjoy some fantastic views.

Okay guys, let's go trekking!

Yatsugatake, is a huge mountain range that reaches across the border of Nagano and Yamanashi prefectures.

The mountain range consists of over 30 mountains whose elevation reaches over 2,000 meters.

The entire mountain range is referred to as "Yatsugatake."

There are many trailheads, but for today, we will begin at Sakuradaira Trailhead,

located in the middle of Yatsugatake.

From Shinjuku Station in Tokyo, we'll take a 2-hour ride

on the Azusa limited express train to Chino Station in Nagano prefecture.

From there, we'll take a taxi for one hour, and head to the Sakuradaira Trailhead.

Driving here yourself, is also a good idea.

It takes 3 hours from Haneda airport, and parking is free.

Today's route will be a 3-day, 2-night trip.

On the first day, we'll take a refreshing route along the stream

and head for a mountain lodge called Oren Goya at 2,330 meters.

The cumulative elevation gain is 512 meters.

Okay, so we have just arrived at the trailhead called Sakuradaira.

It is my first time hiking Yatsugatake, so I'm really really excited to see what it's about.

Let's go!

Sakuradaira's elevation is 1,900 meters.

The route through the forest is protected from the wind and it is an easy hike.

Wow, and we've already come across one of my favorite parts of hiking.

It's the running water, river, it's fresh, it's clean...

And it feels so nice.

You'll find an abundant water source at Yatsugatake.

Wow...! It's so beautiful.

The route continues along a river with dynamic views.

It's actually quite steep at the beginning.

Gets your heart rate up.

As she climbs a steep hill, she comes across a pleasant surprise.

Oh! There's a deer over there.

Aw, it's so beautiful.

Wow, just grazing on the grass, having a little snack.

I always get so excited when I see deer in the wild because we don't have them in Australia.

Many Japanese deer live in the forests near the foot of Yatsugatake.

It's not so rare to spot one during your hike here.

I think I've only seen deer while hiking in Japan maybe 2 or 3 times, so it's not as common as you'd think.

But, it's always a welcome surprise.

After 30 minutes of hiking, we'll pass a mountain lodge called Natsuzawa Kosen.

From here on, the mountain trail becomes steeper.

Generally, the foot of the mountains is covered by forests so it is rather calm,

but you should never underestimate the mountains.

The weather and landscape of Japanese mountains can vary greatly,

so it's important to be prepared and have the right gear with you.

Let's ask our Japanese mountain expert, Pauline about hiking gear.

What hiking gear is especially important to bring with you?

A rain jacket.

It's very important because in Japan, up in the mountains, the weather can change very very quickly on you.

It can start to suddenly rain, and it can get very cold as well.

Having a good pair of hiking shoes is very important.

You should have - your footwear should have thick soles

to provide enough protection from sharp rocks underneath your foot.

Have a great hike, Hannah!

An hour has passed since Hannah started hiking.

Now, she encounters some beautiful scenery.

Oh, wow.

This is so pretty!

It's like a fairy tale. I love it.

Wow.

There's moss absolutely everywhere.

It's like covering the rocks, there's even like, underwater moss.

It's so beautiful. Whoa, that water is cold!

Moss grows well in humid environments.

The foot of Yatsugatake is full of water and is a sanctuary for moss to grow.

It really reminds me of a traditional Japanese garden.

Everything is covered in moss...

It looks like everything has been meticulously placed here, but it's all natural.

Everytime I see it, I'm always reminded of the Ghibli films,

like the famous anime films made in Japan.

They always look like this. Quite a spiritual kind of feeling?

Very calming.

I wonder if I can get a good picture of him.

From above, it just looks normal, but as soon as you get down to its level, it's like a whole another world in here.

Oh, look, a grasshopper! It's so cute.

Looks like the king of this world.

Though they may all look the same, there are 1,800 varieties of moss in Japan!

500 types of moss have been found in Yatsugatake alone.

Yatsugatake has coniferous trees called Shira-biso, which do not shed their leaves.

Since the moss doesn't get covered by leaves, it's easier to carry on photosynthesis.

Why not pause a moment to take in this mystical, mossy scenery?

Just before arriving at the mountain lodge, she meets some fellow hikers.

Those two women are carrying huge bags...

I wonder if we can go talk to them.

- Hello.
- Hello.

- What are you doing right now?
- We're doing "Bokka."

These ladies are resident part-time workers at the mountain lodge.

They deliver things like food supplies for meals.

These bags look really heavy, but how heavy are they actually?

About 15 kg.

Let's see.

Hannah will try to carry it on her back!

Wow, it's pretty heavy.

It's heavy right?

That's quite heavy.

Oh yeah, it's really...

Feels like I'm gonna fall over constantly.

Honestly, sometimes I feel like it's too heavy
when we're walking.

But when we're done, our bodies feel so relieved
and we feel good about it.

This is the first time I've seen women carrying all the supplies up the mountain.

Yeah, very surprising.

You're strong.

Women are strong.

In Japan, you'll often find mountain lodges, close to trailheads or peaks.

Since the lodges cannot be reached by car, necessities are delivered by helicopter.

And by "bokka," an "on-foot" delivery service.

Bokka means "walk" and "luggage."

Sometimes they carry 100 kilograms for over 10 kilometers!

People who work at the lodge also have the job of...

maintaining the trails.

Sometimes it's hard
but we've been doing this for generations.

We want to keep the trails safe for everyone to trek.

So we try our best to keep the paths clear.

One of the bridges that we crossed is maintained by a mountain lodge.

So, we should be thankful that they are maintaining these trails

and building all these bridges so that we can enjoy these hikes up in the mountains.

Hannah has been walking for an hour and a half from Sakuradaira.

Looks like we've just arrived at today's accommodation.

Today's destination is Oren Goya, at an elevation of 2,330 meters.

This cozy mountain lodge was built in 1950.

Let's first check in at the front desk.

Hello.

Nice to see you again.

Many lodges nowadays take reservations in English so make sure to contact them beforehand.

Even if you don't stay overnight, you might like to stop by to buy souvenirs and have a meal.

Now time for my favorite part of checking in.

I get to take off my shoes.

Japanese people take off their shoes at the entrance,

and that is not an exception at this mountain lodge.

And then, they prepare all of these slippers here for you.

So you can wear them. If you don't, you'll get your socks dirty.

This is such a...

it's a real Japanese kind of thing, that you'll probably only find at a hut in Japan.

This room has a classic wooden interior.

Right by the door there is a wood-burning stove.

This room also acts as a drying room where you can hang wet clothes and gear,

and is also where people gather around a stove to relax.

The guest rooms are on the 2nd floor.

Number 5... this should be my room. Oh, wow!

At Oren Goya, private rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

I think this is my first time having a private room at a mountain hut.

It's quite minimal.

There's not a lot in here, but they've got the beds here.

These are Japanese futon beds, so you can easily spread them out and have a really really comfortable sleep here.

They've even got outlets here so that you can charge all of your devices.

That's very rare for a mountain hut.

We have a bit of time before dinner. Let's explore what's outside.

Outside the lodge, right before our eyes is...

...A refreshing stream!

The stream we have walked along by the trail, actually starts here.

Oren Goya actually gets it's electricity solely from hydro-electric power,

thanks to this abundant source of water.

Also, you can even soak in a warm bath here, which is very rare at a mountain lodge.

It says here that you can drink it and you can wash your hands.

So, let's try some I guess.

Oh yeah, it's really nice. Oh, so fresh.

So it's always really really nice to come and enjoy some fresh water, spring water, onsen water.

Japan has all these different kinds of water and, I love all of them.

And now it is dinner time!

This looks so good. My goodness.

This is a typical "teishoku" style-set meal, with rice and side dishes.

It has a salad with some pickles.

Tempura made from seasonal vegetables brought by bokka.

And Oren Goya's specialty: sukiyaki!

Vegetarian or allergy-free meals are available upon request, in advance.

"Thank you for the meal."

Ah, I'm so excited.

Everything tastes so amazing when you've been hiking all day.

I would recommend that you reach the mountain hut after a hike by at least 3 o'clock, if not earlier.

This is so that you can reach your destination while it's still light out.

The weather tends to change suddenly in the afternoon so it's better to leave early.

This will also give you more leeway in case you get lost or feel sick.

Mountain lodges are also on a schedule.

Their dinner is usually served at 5 or 6 p.m.

Lights go out at 8 or 9 p.m.

Breakfast the next morning is usually at 5 or 6 a.m.

It is best to to align with their schedule.

In the evening, guests can relax by the stove, and enjoy a little chat...

The mountain lodge owner welcomed us with locally made sake and wine.

This is a special one for today.

He is the 4th generation owner;

the lodge passed down from his grandfather, to his father, and his uncle.

Cheers!

Do you ever, just for fun, hike to the top, just to see the view?

Not really...sometimes I go out to take care of the trails,

but I don't have many days off...

Sometimes hikers gets sick,

or a trail is damaged, or equipment breaks,

and I might be the only one who knows how to fix it,

so it's hard for me to leave and go somewhere.

As a visitor to a mountain hut,

you just stay in here, you eat the food and that's it, and that's nice,

but you don't realize how many other things that factor into making this all run.

How to get the heating to work, the hot water, and getting the meals out on time, get the food here.

There's so many things, and then also taking care of the trails for the people to walk on.

There's so many things that you are all working really hard on in such a unique environment.

But I'm now starting to really understand

and really appreciate all of the hard work that your staff is putting in.

So thank you so much for all of your hard work and for keeping this place beautiful for all of us to enjoy.

"Thank you very much."

It's a pleasure to meet you, too.
Thank you very much.

I receive so much good energy
from all kinds of people who visit.

I'd love to be able to return the favor
by being hospitable and helping others.

I feel like that leads to what happiness is all about.

Thanks to the staff, at mountain lodges,

we can enjoy the amazing Japanese mountains... even more.

Thank you very much.

The next morning, the staff sends off the hikers with a smile.

On the second day, Hannah will depart Oren Goya and head to the 2,760 meter peak, Mt. Iodake.

From there, she will set her things down at the next lodge, Iodake Sansou, and head towards Mt. Yokodake,

to enjoy the magnificent view from the second-highest peak in the Yatsugatake region.

Hannah leaves at 6:30 in the morning and continues along the path through the forest.

It's always so beautiful here in the morning.

Because the light will shine through with this sideways angle, and it just lights up the place. It looks like a fairy tale.

After 20 minutes of walking from Oren Goya, the view suddenly opens up.

Wow, oh my goodness!

Oh, that's so beautiful.

We have just arrived at Natsuzawa Pass.

That's such a crazy looking cliff.

Mt. Iodake's volcanic crater, is 300 meters high.

It was created 50,000 years ago by a massive volcanic eruption.

Yatsugatake is a volcano that has violently erupted, repeatedly, over the years.

And this crater, it's such a rugged landscape. It's a really intense cliff.

It's really really steep. Really interesting landscape.

Did you know that many mountains in Japan are volcanoes, including the famous Mt. Fuji?

Yatsugatake has a longer history than Mt. Fuji.

It's been continuously erupting, for 1.3 million years.

One blessing from this activity, is the bountiful supply of spring water at Yatsugatake.

After the magma broke through the earth's surface and cooled, the lava rocks formed many cracks and holes,

creating space for water to be absorbed and become spring water.

At Yatsugatake, a rich supply of spring water is available, even at high altitudes,

which is why you can see many streams flowing down the mountain.

Compared to newer or younger volcanoes,

Yatsugatake's surface is carved nearly to the top,

allowing more rain water to be absorbed

and stream out as spring water.

Water can be found even above 2,000 m.

This bountiful supply of spring water, is actually a gift from an old volcano.

Hannah has now trekked over Natsuzawa pass.

The scenery changes yet again.

This is the tree line at Yatsugatake, at an elevation of about 2,500 meters.

Large trees cannot grow in these harsh conditions.

The trees stop just down there.

And now we've got big wide views as far as you can see. It's really really amazing.

And over there you can see that's Oren Goya, the hut that we were just at.

And there's the little Natsuzawa pass that we passed as well. It's amazing.

I really being able to look back and see just how far you've hiked. It's really cool.

It's just all rocks.

From here, we go up a steep rocky path.

If you kick a rock, you could cause a rockslide.

You have to hike carefully, one step at a time.

It's getting tricky.

As we reach higher altitudes, there will be larger rocks.

Before you know it, the volcanic crater you saw earlier, will be right next to you.

I've always wondered about these big piles of rocks.

Who put them here?

These are called cairns.

And these are trail markers, basically, that help you figure out which way to go.

And often you'll find these at intersections.

So please, make sure that you don't knock them over

or kick down the rocks, and make sure that they are intact.

Good job, Hannah, you are almost there.

We're almost at the top. Almost.

It's been surprisingly very steep the whole way up.

Is that it? Is that the peak? That's very exciting.

That's it! I can see it!

Ha ha! I did it!

Oh wow, that was actually quite a steep climb to get up here.

But it's always worth it at the top.

This view looks amazing.

Wow, so great that you can get like a full,

almost 360 view of all the mountains around here.

At 2,760 meters, the view at the top of Mt. Iodake is breathtaking.

The whole time you're climbing, you have no idea what's on the other side

because you can just see this peak only, but all of these mountains are incredible.

Standing tall in front of us is Mt. Akadake, the highest mountain in the Yatsugatake region.

To the left, you can see Mt.Yokodake, where we will head to next.

And this is the volcanic crater we just passed.

The exposed rock wall lets you imagine the massive power of the volcanic eruption.

The Yatsugatake region, is beloved by many hikers.

This mother and son, climbed Yatsugatake, when the boy was just 4 years old,

and now they are back, after 15 years.

How was the climb?

Well, it was kind of harder than I expected.

But along the way we saw scenery,

that I don't get to see everyday normally,

and I thought it was worth it.

The change in weather made it interesting, right.

The rain actually made it interesting.

A solo hiker's 7th time hiking Yatsugatake.

It's actually my birthday today!
It's my 65th birthday!

Thank you so much.
Isn't it nice to spend your birthday in the mountains?

The mountain is a paradise for the older people.

You can enjoy the mountains no matter how old you are.

Have fun any way you like!

Hannah has now started to climb over to the other side of Mt. Iodake.

After about 20 minutes...

she has arrived at tonight's mountain lodge, Iodake Sansou.

This mountain lodge, quietly stands on a ridge, at an elevation of 2,650 meters.

This classical mountain lodge was built in 1950.

Let's take a look at tonight's room.

Oh-ho. What?! This is amazing.

This is such a luxurious mountain hut room.

And the view is amazing.

Let's explore the other areas.

This newly renovated room is like a giant dorm room.

There are other kinds of rooms too.

Whoa. Oh my goodness.

This is beautiful.

This just feels like a normal hotel room.

It's so modern and clean.

There's even a flush toilet, with a bidet, and hot showers,

all thanks to the bountiful water sources of Yatsugatake.

It's hard to believe all of this is available at a mountain lodge, high up on a ridge.

In winter, Yatsugatake will be covered in snow.

But the snowfall is not so heavy, and many days are sunny.

Real mountain climbing in snowy mountains.

Ice climbing for experts.

Beginners can enjoy snow trekking and skiing.

Why not try and see what the winter mountains can offer?

Next, let's head out to Mt. Yokodake!

Hikers in Japan like to climb to this peak.

Leave any heavy items at the mountain lodge and carry only what you'll need for a short hike.

Give it a try! Mt. Yokodake's peak is about 1 hour from Iodake Sansou.

Look, at these cute little pink flowers here.

And clearly, there's not a lot of fertile soil here to grow anything yet.

All of these flowers and plants just find a way to grow even amongst the rocks.

Between Iodake Sansou and Yokodake, from July to August,

you can find the "Queen of alpine plants," clusters of komakusa.

The owners of Iodake Sansou have been protecting these precious plants for generations.

I feel it's like a mission that I've inherited from
my grandmother and my father to protect the alpine plants.

Every summer, he puts up a net, spanning about 1,000 meters.

This is to prevent people from stepping on the flowers and Kamoshika serows from eating them all.

Even though I'm not the one planting seeds,

it feels like I am nurturing them.

I'm just protecting them with this net,

but they are so precious to me.

At one time, komakusa almost became extinct

as they were excessively picked for their medicinal herbal qualities.

Takayuki remembers how his grandmother used to caution hikers to be careful.

I remember, when my grandmother would see,

hikers stepping on or gathering komakusa,

she would strictly warn them not to.

As a child, I was shocked to see
my kind grandmother being so strict.

But I now know how she felt.

It's because of this feeling
that we are nurturing the plants.

As the komakusa began to grow back,

Takayuki's father rebuilt the shrine near the lodge and named it "Komakusa Shrine."

Yatsugatake's komakusa are very small and adorable.

They are also lighter in pink and whiter
compared to other mountain areas.

That's what makes them different.

Something about the way they bloom is so humble.
They give off a cute feeling.

The scenery looks like this today, thanks to the people who love the mountains.

In the mountains, the weather can change rapidly, especially in the afternoon.

A cloud is looming right in front of us.

Wow, that's amazing.

That's such a beautiful view. Wow.

Even though there's like so many clouds gathered right here,

the fact that the mountain is just kind of peering through them-

It's so beautiful.

It's always interesting though, like the clouds tend to hit the side of the mountain and just roll up and stop there.

So you get beautiful views on one side but not much on the other.

The rugged landscape is created by the volcano.

The path becomes narrower from here.

Chains. This is just sitting there but the chains will be running all the way along the ridgeline.

All the way to the top. So, use the chains for support and just in case you are feeling unsteady, always good to have your hand on a chain.

But yeah, I'm excited, but a little bit nervous.

Okay, let's go.

Oh my goodness.

It's a steep and narrow slope.

Best to hold on to the chain, rather than using a pole.

Be careful placing every step.

If you come across another hiker on a narrow path, greet them and make way for each other.

You're almost at the top.

Hang in there, Hannah!

Oh, I didn't realize we've reached the top already.

Wahoo! Wow, we've made it!

Made it to the peak of Yokodake. Wow.

Mt. Yokodake is the 2nd highest mountain in Yatsugatake, with an elevation of 2,830 meters.

You can see the highest mountain close by.

Mt. Akadake, which is 2,899 meters.

Climbing to up there would be too far, so we'll save it for another day.

We walked along a nearby ridge to enjoy the view.

And decided to turn back to the lodge.

If you're lucky, you may be able to see Mt. Fuji, beyond Mt. Akadake.

The famous Mt. Fuji, is the tallest mountain in Japan, with an elevation of 3,776 meters.

Some say that Yatsugatake, at 2,899 meters, may once have been taller than Mt. Fuji...

Evidence can be found in Yamanashi prefecture, 40 km away from Yatsugatake.

This place is called Shichiri-iwa.

Long ago, when Yatsugatake erupted,

its sediments flowed all the way here.

The longest traveled to as far as Kofu Basin,

so that's about a distance of 50 km.

That is one of the biggest mountain collapses in Japan.

Experts say that Mt. Akadake and Mt. Amida, together,

once formed a cone-shaped mountain, like Mt. Fuji.

Local people have passed down this interesting legend...

Long ago, Mt. Fuji and Yatsugatake, had been fighting for years, over who is the tallest in Japan.

I must be the tallest.

No, I am the one who is taller.

Watching their squabble, Buddha Amitabha, thought to bring a long water pipe

and pour water into it to see which way the water would flow.

And, as Amitabha poured water into it...

A loud sound was made as it gushed towards Mt. Fuji.

Mt. Fuji who didn't like to lose, became furious and kicked Yatsugatake with all its might.

Then came a rumble so loud as if heaven and earth were about to shatter.

That's when Yatsugatake split into 8 mountains and became shorter than Mt. Fuji.

That's how the locals see the mysterious connections between Mt. Fuji and Yatsugatake.

Many hikers head out in the morning, while it's still a little dark out.

I woke up early to see the sunrise.
It looks promising, doesn't it?

The rising sun is considered to be a representation of a God

for the Japanese people and something to be grateful for.

Many hikers rise early to see the sunrise.

It's beautiful, and the sun is coming up from this angle.

After waiting for half an hour...

The sun starts to break over the horizon.

It's beautiful.

I can really like, once you take into consideration that

the sun is kind of the energy of life, right, it's the source of all life on earth.

Then it's - I can start to understand why in Japan watching the sunrise is quite a spiritual experience.

It's really really amazing. Especially watching it from somewhere like this.

Our journey continues.

Lastly, a unique experience awaits us at the volcanoes!

Ok, so we just had a delicious breakfast and checked out of the hut.

And now we're gonna be heading down the mountain and actually stopping at an onsen on the way.

And I absolutely love onsen, so I'm really really excited to check it out.

We'll head to an outdoor natural hot spring, that is located about 2 hours from Iodake Sanso.

That's our final destination for this trip!

When we arrive at Natsuzawa pass, we'll hike down a different path than the way we came.

I think I can smell the onsen, that kind of sulfur kind of smell.

And I can hear the sound of a stream coming, so we must be getting close.

Very excited!

Oh! You can see the onsen from here.

It's so crazy. There's like no walls around it at all.

It's just out in the wild, in nature, surrounded by all these trees and the river.

Wow, quite adventurous to get there. Oh my goodness.

We're getting really close. But watch your step!

This is quite dangerous, actually. Very adventurous.

Wow, oh my gosh, wow.

The view is so wide here. You can see everything.

All the way from the top, down to the river.

All of this for an onsen. Who built it? I have so many questions.

Ah, made it! Amazing.

Honzawa Onsen, is famous for being the highest open-air onsen in Japan,

located at an elevation of 2,150 meters.

It's so amazing. It's so rare that you get the opportunity to hike down a volcano crater,

down to this plank, get into an onsen and then look back at where you just hiked from.

It's so incredible that this was built out here in the wild just surrounded by nature.

The steep crater walls of Mt. Iodake, the deep valleys carved out by its eruption,

flowing streams that come from the natural spring water seeping out of the earth, and of course the hot spring onsens.

These are all landscapes that were created by the volcanic activity springing from deep within the earth.

There's nothing better than soaking in a hot tub after a long hike.

This is perfect. Exactly what I wanted.

There is no changing room in the area.

Swimsuits are allowed. So why not give it a try?

The onsen is operated by a mountain lodge that is about 10 minutes away,

so don't forget to pay the 1,000 yen fee before you leave.

So, everytime I go hiking somewhere in Japan, I am always amazed at the amount of power that you can really feel from nature.

And, Yatsugatake is no different.

The fact that it's a volcano means that we get to enjoy all of the wonderful things that come from it,

like drinkable spring water, and wonderful natural onsens out here in the middle of nature.

It's so, so incredible to experience it in person.

It's why I highly recommend coming to check out Yatsugatake.

Even for beginners, I think it's a really great hiking course.

All of the little huts along the way and the wonderful people that run them.

It's really, it's such an accessible, a wonderful adventure, and I already can't wait to come back.

This time we hiked in the Yatsugatake region.

The total distance was 10.8 kilometers. The hike took 7 hours.

The cumulative elevation gain was 1,391 meters.

When going into the mountains, be prepared and plan your trip in advance.

You should submit a Hiking Itinerary, beforehand.

Fill out your destination, fellow hiker information, and emergency contacts.

This will help in finding you in case you get lost.

For this route, you can hand it in at Natsuzawa Kosen.

You can also submit the form online.

Once you are ready, it's time to head out and experience the fantastic mountains of Japan!