An introduction to the Shin-etsu Trail. Enjoy the highlights of trail.
Accommodation: 3 nights
Day 1
Wakui → Aka Ike Pond
Distance: 11.2 km | Duration: approx. 5 hours
Day 2
Wakui → Togari Onsen
Distance: 12.6 km | Duration: 6–7 hours
A mid-length journey through the core sections of the trail.
Accommodation: 6 nights
Day 1
Madarao (ŌIke Trailhead) → Ake Ike Pond
Distance: 8.5 km+ | Duration: approx. 6.5 hours
Day 2
Wakui → Aka Ike Pond
Distance: 11.2 km | Duration: 5 hours
Day 3
Wakui → Togari Onsen
Distance: 12.6 km | Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 4
Togari → Chaya Ike Pond
Distance: 8.2 km | Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 5
Sekida Toge Pass → Busuno Toge Pass
Distance: 12.4 km | Duration: approx. 6.5 hours
A complete end-to-end Shin-etsu Trail experience including a built-in rest day.
Accommodation: 12 nights
Day 1
Madarao (O Ike Trailhead) → Ake Ike Pond
8.5 km+ | approx. 6.5 hours
Day 2
Wakui → Aka Ike Pond start
11.2 km | approx. 5 hours
Day 3
Wakui → Togari Onsen
12.6 km | 6-7 hours
Day 4
Togari → Chaya Ike Pond
8.2 km | 6–7 hours
Day 5
Sekida Toge Pass → Busuno Toge Pass
12.4 km | approx. 6.5 hours
Day 6
Rest Day
Day 7
Busuno Toge Pass → Mt Amamizu
12.8 km | approx. 6 hours
Day 8
Mt Amamizu → Mori-Miyanohara Station
7.2 km | 4–5.5 hours
Day 9
Mori-Miyanohara Station → Ketto
17.2 km | 6.5–8.5 hours
Day 10
Ketto → Koakasawa
9.7 km | approx. 6 hours
Day 11
Koakasawa and return via Mt Naeba
Safety Notice
Mountain hiking involves inherent risks including sudden weather changes, heat exposure, wildlife encounters, and remote terrain conditions. Guests are responsible for their own safety and preparedness at all times. Emergency evacuation services are not included as part of the package.
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