The plan was to climb to Norikura dake [乗鞍岳] but the bus from Norikura Kogen Tourist Information Centre (N-29) to Tatamidaira (N-42) was suspended due to snow and ice. So I hiked around Norikura Kogen instead.
Total time: 3 hours
Total distance: 5.4km
Total ascent: 450m
Total descent: 450m
Date: to attempt
Tatami-daira route
Source: Yamap
Matsumoto station ### Shin-shimashima Station === N-29 Norikura Kogen Tourist Information Center === N-42 Mt. Norikura Mountain Top (Tatamidaira)
Matsumoto to N-29 Norikura Kogen schedule
Fare: 2060 yen (one-way)
N-29 Norikura Kogen to N-42 Mt. Norikura (Tatamidaira) schedule
Fare: 1650 yen (one-way)
### Train
=== Bus
More information regarding the trail/hike can be found at The Japan Alps
Are there lockers in Norikura Kogen?
Yes, there are some coin lockers located in the Tourist Centre (N-29). Note that the Tourist Centre closes at 17:00, and you have to retrieve your items around 16:30.