Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue

Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is rated as easy difficulty.

Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is 4 km long.

The elevation gain on Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is 100 meters.

Hiking Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue typically takes about 1.5 hours.

The best season to hike Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is May to November, green season in summer.

Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is located in Nagano, Chubu region of Japan.

Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is a nature_walk trail.

Warnings for Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue: The path can be icy and very slippery in winter. Some sections have tree roots and uneven stones. Snow covers the area from December to April. The approach is mostly flat but the final section has steep stairs. Bear activity has been reported—carry a bell during summer and autumn..

Access information for Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue: Take the Alpico bus from Nagano Station to Togakushi Okusha Iriguchi (about 70 minutes). By car, use the Joshinetsu Expressway to Nagano IC, then drive about 40 minutes. Parking available near the trailhead..

The maximum elevation on Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is 1350 meters.

Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is rated easy, making it accessible for hikers of that level.

For Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue, proper hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Check warnings: The path can be icy and very slippery in winter. Some sections have tree roots and uneven stones. Snow covers the area from December to April. The approach is mostly flat but the final section has steep stairs. Bear activity has been reported—carry a bell during summer and autumn..

Highlights of Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue include: Avenue of 400-year-old giant cedars; Togakushi Shrine inner sanctuary; Dramatic Togakushi mountain cliffs; Zuishinmon Gate (thatched-roof gate); Rich connection to ninja and tengu legends.

Access to Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue: Take the Alpico bus from Nagano Station to Togakushi Okusha Iriguchi (about 70 minutes). By car, use the Joshinetsu Expressway to Nagano IC, then drive about 40 minutes. Parking available near the trailhead..

The best season for Togakushi Okusha Cedar Avenue is May to November, green season in summer. Check conditions before hiking in winter.