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Please make sure to arrive at the hut you stay by 3pm as it is a rule for hiking in Japan.
Search and rescue efforts may be delayed in the evening due to unstable and rapidly changing weather conditions.
Thank you in advance for your understanding, we all hope you have a safe and enjoyable hike.

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The Leader of the Northern Alps, Mt.Yarigatake

Mt.Yarigatake at 3,180m high, is the 5th tallest, and one of the most popular mountains in Japan.
It is said that it’s appearance of a spear striking the sky gave it the name Mt.Yarigatake, it is also called the Matterhorn of Japan.
Buddhist priest Banryu was the first climber was in 1828 and English mining engineer William Gowland was the first non-Japanese to climb the mountain in 1878.
He named Mt.Yarigatake and this mountain range of Japan, the "Japan Alps" after the European Alps, and this name was later widely known by Walter Weston, a British missionary and climber.
Mt.Yarigatake is located in the center of the Northern Alps, the highest and steep mountain range in the Japan Alps, and is said to be the leader of the Northern Alps.

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Climbing rules for the Northern Alps

Be sure to observe the following rules when climbing the Northern Alps of Japan.

Prepare equipment according to the season

There are some climbers who attempt the climb in the snow without crampons or ice axes, or those who climb without rain-proof gear. This is very dangerous. Please prepare equipment suitable for the seasons of Japan in order to enjoy your climb.

Please take your garbage home with you

There are very few trash cans in Japanese mountain lodge. When climbing in Japan it is common understanding to take home everything you bring to the mountain, including garbage, so please do not dispose of garbage in the huts or climbing trails.

Aim to arrive at the mountain hut by 3pm

This is also a common understanding within Japanese mountain climbing. Acting without the plan to arrive at the hut before 3pm is very dangerous as you may have an accident or it might become dark before you arrive. If arrive at the hut after 5pm, it is important to contact the hut directly.

The four seasons of Mt.Yarigatake

April

The mountain lodge open for business in April.
The staff start digging out the snow around the huts and prepare to welcome customers.

May

The mountain is still covered with snow and preparation for snow mountain climbing is necessary.
Dynamic skiing of 3,000m altitude to a height difference of 1,500m can be enjoyed at Mt.Yarigatake. In snowy years it is possible to ski until around June, and the staff also ski during their breaks.

June

The snow thawing process begins and it is possible to start to see grouse and other animals. Keep in mind there are many years where snow still remains in June and you may still be walking on snowy ground. Crampons and ice axes are still necessary during this period.

July

In Japan July is known as the rainy season so there are many rainy days. In some areas, snow still remains, however plants are still starting to grow through and the mountains become covered with rich greenery. Summer mountain climbers begin to increase from the end of July.

August

Throughout the year, August is the month that records the most climbers. There are sometimes queues on the mountain paths towards to summit on weekends. Although it is in the summer mountain season, it is worth noting that when the weather is bad, the temperature can fall reasonably low.

September

Although it varies depending on the year, the trees at low altitude begin to turn red and Mt.Yarigatake's autumnal leaves come into peak around late September. The autumn leaves of Tengu pond along with Mt. Yari reflected in the lake is well worth a visit.

October

At the beginning of October some autumn leaves still remain but the temperature gradually lowers and it starts to snow. The weather is often fine it is still necessary to take measures against the cold.

November

The mountain is covered with snow once again and requires snow mountain equipment to climb.
In the beginning of November the mountain lodge close and the staff descend the mountain.

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Yarigatake Sanso Group mountain lodge

Cost and Reservation information

You may make a booking from 1 month prior to your scheduled stay either online or via phone.
We only take cash payments.
We're not taking reservation for the tent site.Tent site is filled in order of arrival.
Please arrive to the lodge by3p.m.Never hike after sunset.

Cost

Stay with 2 meals included 14,000 Yen A lunchbox is available as an alternative to breakfast
Stay with 3 meals included 15,500 Yen
Stay only 9,500 Yen
Tent only 2,000 Yen Price per person

※The above prices are tax-inclusive.
※An additional fee will be charged for private rooms.

Reservation information

  • Our lodges have a reservation-only policy.
  • You may make a booking from 1 month prior to your scheduled stay either online or via phone.
  • Please note that you may make a reservation, change or cancel your booking online up until 2 days prior to the day of arrival. For any changes to your booking after that, please call the lodge directly.
  • Our cancellation policy is until 6PM of the day before your arrival. Any cancellation request made after this will be charged ¥7,000 per person as a cancellation fee. However, we will take into consideration of unavoidable circumstances such as sudden change of weather or poor physical condition and respond accordingly. In such cases, please call the lodge immediately.
  • For any changes or cancellation of your booking until 2 days before your arrival, you may refer to the link on your confirmation email. You may also check your booking from the following page: "My Booking (view/change/cancel) and Print My Reservation Pass".
  • We advise you to make your bookings online as the phone line tends to get very busy during the season.
  • At the time of booking, you will be prompted to choose your preferred meal plan and route and to provide the names of guests, phone numbers and other details. Make sure to have all necessary information with you before making your reservation.
  • Once your reservation is confirmed, you can print out the booking information. This will be your "Reservation Pass". Make sure to present the pass at the reception on the day of arrival.
  • You can only book for one night at a time. If you plan to stay for consecutive days, please make a booking for each stay.
  • You cannot change the date of your stay. If you wish to make changes, please cancel the reservation and make a new booking with a new date.

Reservation calendar

For bookings, please click on the lodge you wish to stay at.

My Booking (view/change/cancel) and Print My Reservation Pass

You can make changes or cancel your reservation until 2 days before arrival. Please enter your reservation ID and email address.

Facility phone number

You can make a reservation one month before with internet or telephone.

Yarigatake-sanso Lodge (+81) 90 2641 1911 Reservation required (from 1 person).
Yarisawa Lodge (+81) 263 95 2626
Minamidake-goya Lodge (+81) 90 4524 9448
Otenjo-hutte Lodge (+81) 90 1401 7884
Dakesawa-goya Lodge (+81) 90 2546 2100
Matsumoto Office (+81) 263 35 7200 Contact information for travel agents.

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Yarigatake Alpine Tourism Inc
Nagano-ken, Matsumoto-shi, Uzuhashi, 1-7-2

TEL:(+81) 263 35 7200 / FAX:(+81) 263 35 0637