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On this trip we are headed up to the the northern Yatsugadake area for an easy overnight snow climb that includes a stay in the Honzawa Onsen Mountain Hut or camp near the hot spring. Winter is a great time to see wildlife including Kamoshika and lots of bird life. We will also be making a summit climb to the top of Io-Dake in the center of the Yatsugadake range, and this climb is okay for experienced hikers looking to get into snow mountain climbing.
The hike in on Saturday isn't strenuous, but but does involve a bit of gradual climbing. The trail is scenic passing by two alpine lakes and some streams. We will spend the afternoon practicing ice axe and crampon techniques for those who have not been out this season and also enjoy the onsen at the mountain hut (separated), as well as the wild outdoor bath (mixed, bathing suit okay) a few hundred meters from the hut with views up Tengu-Dake.
Sunday after breakfast we will be making an ascent to the summit of Io-Dake. This is not a technical climb, but does require ice axe and crampons to ascend. Total elevation gain from the hut is about 350 meters, and will take around 2 hours to climb and then 90 minutes to return to the hut. After that, it's an easy walk out where a hot spring will be waiting at the trailhead to get warmed up one more time after 2 days in the snow.
Lodging and meal Details
We have secured 2 private rooms at the mountain hut for our group, but you are also welcome to stay in a tent. The rooms are heating until the evening and quite comfortable by mountain hut standards. Mask, hand sanitizer, and sleeping bag liner, or light sleeping bag are required to stay in the hut.
*Please leave a comment on your application about lodging and meal preference
Fees:
Hut with 2 meals: 11,000 yen
Hut with Kanto Adventures Meals (Curry and Rice for dinner, Power Ramen for breakfast) : 9,000 yen
Hut with no meals: 8,000 yen
Tent with Hut Meals: 4,000 yen
Tent with KA Meals: 2,000 yen
Tent with no meals: 1,000 yen
*You need a 4 season tent and -10C sleeping bag and mat if you wish to camp.
The hike in on Saturday isn't strenuous, but but does involve a bit of gradual climbing. The trail is scenic passing by two alpine lakes and some streams. We will spend the afternoon practicing ice axe and crampon techniques for those who have not been out this season and also enjoy the onsen at the mountain hut (separated), as well as the wild outdoor bath (mixed, bathing suit okay) a few hundred meters from the hut with views up Tengu-Dake.
Sunday after breakfast we will be making an ascent to the summit of Io-Dake. This is not a technical climb, but does require ice axe and crampons to ascend. Total elevation gain from the hut is about 350 meters, and will take around 2 hours to climb and then 90 minutes to return to the hut. After that, it's an easy walk out where a hot spring will be waiting at the trailhead to get warmed up one more time after 2 days in the snow.
Lodging and meal Details
We have secured 2 private rooms at the mountain hut for our group, but you are also welcome to stay in a tent. The rooms are heating until the evening and quite comfortable by mountain hut standards. Mask, hand sanitizer, and sleeping bag liner, or light sleeping bag are required to stay in the hut.
*Please leave a comment on your application about lodging and meal preference
Fees:
Hut with 2 meals: 11,000 yen
Hut with Kanto Adventures Meals (Curry and Rice for dinner, Power Ramen for breakfast) : 9,000 yen
Hut with no meals: 8,000 yen
Tent with Hut Meals: 4,000 yen
Tent with KA Meals: 2,000 yen
Tent with no meals: 1,000 yen
*You need a 4 season tent and -10C sleeping bag and mat if you wish to camp.
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Included in the Trip Fee
-Round-trip Van transport from Tokyo - Lodging and onsen entry at mountain hut -Snowshoe, crampons, and ice axe rental -Experienced and certified trip leader Hiking Level: 2B Participation Fee: 21,500 yen |
・Meeting Location:
-Fuchu Station (7:00 a.m.) -Fuchu-Honmachi Station (7:05 a.m.) Click here for Pickup Location Details and Map ・Required Equipment: Overnight Toiletries, Towel, Change of Clothes, Onsen Kit, 3~4 season boots, warm layers, rain wear / ski wear, backpack - See Dressing for Winter Adventure for details
・Maximum Participants: 7
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