Train: Take the Alpico Kotsu Kamikochi Line from Matsumoto Station to Shin-Shima Station, then a bus to Norikura Kogen (approx. 60 minutes).
Car: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Matsumoto IC on the Nagano Expressway. Show route
Norikura Kogen is a high-altitude plateau (1,200m～1,800m) located in the southern part of the Northern Alps. Situated within the Chubu-Sangaku National Park, it boasts rich natural beauty spread across the foothills of the majestic Mount Norikura.
Norikura Kogen has a long history of human inhabitation, with evidence of Jomon-period ruins discovered in the area. Mount Norikura has also been revered as a sacred mountain for centuries, and many shrines and temples are scattered throughout Norikura Kogen.
As a popular tourist destination, Norikura Kogen attracts visitors year-round; a summer resort, a stunning autumn foliage spot, and a winter ski area.
The undeniable allure of Norikura Kogen is its magnificent natural scenery. Near the summit of Mount Norikura, alpine flowers bloom in vibrant profusion, providing ideal opportunities for hiking and trekking. Several hot springs are also found within Norikura Kogen, offering a chance to relax and rejuvenate.
Norikura Kogen is a true "heavenly paradise," a place to connect with nature and refresh body and mind. We encourage you to visit!
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