Mt. Norikura and Echo Line

Norikura Echo Line

Prefectural Route 84 is a mountain route that leads from the Nagano Prefecture side to Mt. Norikura,
In particular, the route from Norikura Kogen to higher elevations is called "Echo Line" (Nagano Prefectural Road Norikura-dake Line).
The border between Nagano and Gifu Prefectures is the highest point that can be reached by public transportation vehicles in Japan, at 2,716 meters above sea level,
The Echo Line is known as the highest prefectural road in Japan that allows vehicular passage through highlands.
From the Sanbondaki gate up, though, private cars are restricted,
In summer, shuttle buses operate to climb Mt. Norikura and view the flower gardens of Tatamidaira,
The range of activities will be greatly expanded.

Norikura Echo Line Attractions

To the world in the sky at 3000m level
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Climbing Mt. Norikura

Mt. Norikura by shuttle bus from within the plateau.
We can access Tatamidaira, which is at an altitude of around 2,700 meters,
You can enjoy the high mountains with relative ease,
It is no exaggeration to say that this is the gentlest 3000-meter mountain in Japan.
Mt. Norikura is the collective name for a group of 23 peaks, the main peak of which is Kenganbō (剣ヶ峰),
In addition to the highest peak, Tsurugamine (3026 m above sea level),
Daikoku-dake, Fujimidake, Maou-dake, etc,
Even beginners can easily enjoy hiking in the mountains.
Alpine flora, unseasonal snow, 360-degree mountain views and sea of clouds,
“Welcome to the world of the sky.

eBike in the Sky

Norikura Hill Climb

The "elevation of 2716 meters" near the end of the Echo Line is,
At the highest point in Japan accessible by bicycle,
It is a coveted place where many cyclists visit for hill climbs (hill fool challenge).
With an e-bike, even those who are not confident in their physical strength can easily
Hill Climb Challenge is available.
Convention usually held in late August
In the "Mountain Cycling in Norikura (Norikura Hill Climb),
The entire community will come together to support cyclists and make Norikura the hottest day of the year.

My Best of "Here and Now
Looking for autumn foliage spots

Autumn mountain + Autumn leaves

Autumn leaf color is the most colorful season of the year in Norikura Kogen.
The front line of autumn leaves gradually runs down the mountainside from near the summit of Mt. Norikura.
From mid-September to early November, you can enjoy the changing autumn leaves here and there.
Let's go out to find your favorite autumn foliage spot.

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

alpine plants

Along the road, there is vegetation that is appropriate for each elevation,
You can walk around feeling the changes.
From large trees to look up to lovely flowers at your feet,
The variety of plants on display will blow away your fatigue.
Once you reach Tatamidaira, you will be greeted by a celestial flower garden.

Mt. Norikura

Norikura
grouse route

Norikura-dake, a sacred mountain that straddles Nagano and Gifu prefectures, is accessible by two car-free roads, the "Echo Line" from the Nagano Prefecture side and the "Skyline" from the Gifu Prefecture side, and as "the highest road in Japan that can be driven by bus," visitors can easily enjoy mountain scenery that exceeds 2,500 meters in elevation.

The Norikura grouse, an endangered species and a national protected species, is a symbol of the region. The Norikura Grouse Route was created as a sightseeing route that can be accessed from both Nagano and Gifu prefectures. Through this route, visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of unprecedented ways to appreciate the depth of Norikura-dake, its scenery, and the charms of its foothills, which cannot be seen from only one direction.

Environmental Considerations

The Norikura-dake Grouse Route is located in Chubu-Sangaku National Park,
A rich natural environment remains, with precious alpine plants and wild animals.
In order to pass on this rich environment to the next generation, there are five things that are important to the community.

1not to be taken: Do not pick plants, animals, insects, or other living things in the park.

2I won't throw it away.: Don't leave any leftovers or garbage and take it home.

3not go into: Be careful not to damage nature by walking off wooden paths or sidewalks or over plants and flowers.

4not giving: Do not approach or feed wild animals unnecessarily.

5Do not disturb the environment: Do not disturb the natural landscape, air, darkness or silence.

6not bring (something) into the country: No pets or exotic organisms allowed

Wildlife has a robust life force, but it is also fragile and can only live in a limited environment,
Once that environment is disrupted, it is not easy to restore it.
We ask all visitors to keep the above five considerations in mind while enjoying Norikuradake to the fullest,
Let's enjoy the wonderful nature of Mt. Norikura together.

Learn more about environmental considerations

What you can do on the grouse route

Norikura-dake spring mountain bus to long for
To "Snow Corridor

Spring Mountain & Summer Skiing

You can take the Spring Mountain Bus up the Grouse Route,
Clear blue skies and towering white snow walls appeared,
Visitors can enjoy the snow corridor along with the breathtaking snowy scenery.
Norikura-dake trekking in the lingering snow again,
Spring skiing and summer skiing in the panorama at an altitude of more than 2,500 meters,
You can enjoy the snowy mountains to the fullest.

Norikura Grouse Route
Let's go cycling!

bicycle

Norikura's Tatamidaira is the highest point in Japan that can be climbed by bicycle.
It is also known as "the mecca for cyclists."
The fun is in the hill climbs, which are bicycle rides through mountain passes and mountainous terrain.
Experienced hill climbers also enjoy the Grouse Route to the fullest.
Of course, beginners are welcome to rent an e-Bike,
You can enjoy hill climbing at ease.

Norikura Climbing Route Guide

mountain climbing

Norikura-dake is designated as one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains.
The route from Tatamidaira to Tsurugamine is popular,
Because it is easy to challenge the 3,000-meter mountains.
The event attracts a large number of visitors every year.
For those who want to enjoy mountain climbing more casually, go to Mt.
Along the way, there is a chance to see thunderbirds and colonies of comacsas.

Be enveloped by the stars in the sky

stargazing

My Best of "Here and Now
A fantastic new morning

Grouse Route Autumn Foliage

The front line of autumn leaves gradually runs down the mountainside from near the summit of Mt. Norikura.
The Echo Line offers mountain views in brocade from late September to mid-October.
Norikura shuttle buses are of course available for access,
A fall foliage ride by bicycle is also recommended.

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

Strolling in a flower garden in the sky

Norikura-dake, which is also a treasure trove of alpine flora,
You will encounter lovely alpine plants in bloom.
From mid-July to mid-August, you can go up to "Tatamidaira" at an altitude of 2,700 meters,
Komakusa, black lilies, Chinese lanternflower, etc.
The area is also known as the "flower garden in the sky" for its alpine flora.

Mt. Norikura

About Access

The Norikura Grouse Route is a one-way route along two roads restricted to private cars: the Echo Line on the Nagano Prefecture side and the Skyline on the Gifu Prefecture side.
From both prefectural sides, visitors can cross the prefectural border via the "2716m elevation" bus stop, the highest in Japan, to access the base of the other side of Norikura-dake.
In addition to access using shuttle buses that operate from both prefectural sides, we are also planning to operate an e-bike drop-off service between Norikura Kanko Center and Hirayu Bus Terminal, as well as a test run for transporting cars and luggage, to provide visitors with more options for enjoying a round-trip tour of Norikura-dake.

automobile

Trains and buses

Mt. Norikura and Echo Line

Norikura Echo Line

Norikura Echo Line Attractions

To the world in the sky at 3000m level
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Climbing Mt. Norikura

eBike in the Sky

Norikura Hill Climb

My Best of "Here and Now
Looking for autumn foliage spots

Autumn mountain + Autumn leaves

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

alpine plants

Enjoy other "Norikura" as well.

Other "Norikura" also
Enjoy

Norikura
grouse route

Environmental Considerations

What you can do on the grouse route

Norikura-dake spring mountain bus to long for
To "Snow Corridor

Spring Mountain & Summer Skiing

Norikura Grouse Route
Let's go cycling!

bicycle

Norikura Climbing Route Guide

mountain climbing

Be enveloped by the stars in the sky

stargazing

My Best of "Here and Now
A fantastic new morning

Grouse Route Autumn Foliage

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

Strolling in a flower garden in the sky

About Access

automobile

Trains and buses

Enjoy other "Norikura" as well.

Other "Norikura" also
Enjoy

Mt. Norikura and Echo Line

Norikura Echo Line

Norikura Echo Line Attractions

To the world in the sky at 3000m level enter

Climbing Mt. Norikura

eBike in the Sky

Norikura Hill Climb

My Best of "Here and Now Looking for autumn foliage spots

Autumn mountain + Autumn leaves

Pretty alpine plants. I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

alpine plants

Enjoy other "Norikura" as well.

Other "Norikura" alsoEnjoy

Norikuragrouse route

Environmental Considerations

What you can do on the grouse route

Norikura-dake spring mountain bus to long for To "Snow Corridor

Spring Mountain & Summer Skiing

Norikura Grouse Route Let's go cycling!

bicycle

Norikura Climbing Route Guide

mountain climbing

Be enveloped by the stars in the sky

stargazing

My Best of "Here and Now A fantastic new morning

Grouse Route Autumn Foliage

Pretty alpine plants. I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

Strolling in a flower garden in the sky

About Access

automobile

Trains and buses

Enjoy other "Norikura" as well.

Other "Norikura" alsoEnjoy

To the world in the sky at 3000m level
enter

My Best of "Here and Now
Looking for autumn foliage spots

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

Other "Norikura" also
Enjoy

Norikura
grouse route

Norikura-dake spring mountain bus to long for
To "Snow Corridor

Norikura Grouse Route
Let's go cycling!

My Best of "Here and Now
A fantastic new morning

Pretty alpine plants.
I went to Tatamidaira to look for it.

Other "Norikura" also
Enjoy