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OT Guides: Trek The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route In Japan

Also known as the 'Roof of Japan', the dramatic alpine landscape includes a road carved through ice creating "snow walls" and a trolley train across a gorge

The snow walls of the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route Photo: Shutterstock
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Open from April to November, The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, often called the "Roof of Japan," is a spectacular journey through the Northern Japan Alps, spanning Toyama and Nagano prefectures. Famous for its breathtaking landscapes, it combines thrilling trekking paths, scenic transport, and awe-inspiring landmarks like the Kurobe Dam and Tateyama Snow Wall. Covering approximately 37 kilometers with climbs to an elevation of 2,450 metres, the route makes for a unique adventure for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts when in Japan.

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