5 Days in the Japanese Alps – Itinerary Check
Hi everyone!
We’re planning a 5-day trip to the Japanese Alps in October and would love to get your feedback on our itinerary. We want to make sure it's doable and not too rushed. Here’s what we have in mind:
October 5th: Matsumoto
- Visit Matsumoto Castle
- Explore Nakamachi Street
- Experience wasabi farming at Daio Wasabi Farm
- If we have time, rent bikes and explore the city
October 6th: Kamikochi
- Spend the entire day hiking in Kamikochi
- Travel to Takayama in the evening
October 7th: Takayama
- Try Hida Beef
- Explore the old town, Sanmachi Suji
- Visit a sake brewery
- Check out the morning markets (Jinya Mae Market or Miyagawa Market)
October 8th: Shirakawago and Kanazawa
- Spend a couple of hours in Shirakawago
- Head to Kanazawa in the afternoon
October 9th-10th: Kanazawa
- Kenrokuen Garden
- Kanazawa Castle
- Samurai District
- Geisha District in the evening
We’ll have a day and a half in Kanazawa, but we feel like we might be missing out on things to do. Do you have any recommendations for additional activities or attractions in Kanazawa?
Also, we’re planning to visit Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka later in our trip. If you have any must-see attractions, hidden gems, or experiences that you think we shouldn’t miss in these cities, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Thanks so much for your help!
by Old-Zebra-5266