[2025 Ueda Attraction] Travel Guide for Utsukushigahara Highland (Updated Jun)

🌄Nagano, Utsukushigahara Plateau | A spectacular spot where you can feel the vastness of nature in the sky Utsukushigahara Plateau is a plateau area at an altitude of about 2,000m, with its vast grasslands and clear air. A 360-degree panorama spreads out before you, and you can see the Northern Alps and the Yatsugatake mountains in the distance. Hiking trails are well-maintained, and nature walks can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced hikers alike. It is dotted with art museums and observation decks, making it a spot where you can enjoy both nature and art. It is also a popular summer resort, and the clear night sky is filled with stars. ⸻ 🔹Experience points ・Hiking through the vast grasslands ・Taking spectacular photos from the observation deck ・Experience nature and art at the museum ⸻ 📍Access About 40 minutes by car from Matsumoto Station Admission fee: Free (some facilities are charged) ⸻ #Nagano sightseeing#Utsukushigahara Plateau#Hiking#Spectacular views#Stargazing#Nature walk#Couple trip#Solo trip#Absolutely free trip

✨ 360° Panoramic View The Utsukushigahara Plateau, which spreads across a large plateau at an altitude of about 2,000m, is a spectacular spot where you can see more than 40 of Japan's 100 famous mountains, including the Northern Alps, Southern Alps, Yatsugatake, and Mt. Fuji. The scenery of the plateau swaying in the wind is like a postcard. ⸻ 🚶♀️ Easy hiking is also ◎ • Utsukushi Tower: A symbolic tower that rings a bell to let you know the direction on foggy days, and is perfect for taking a break or taking a commemorative photo. • Oga-gashira (2,034m): The highest peak on the plateau. A gentle hiking trail allows you to enjoy a sea of ​​clouds, sunrises and sunsets with ease, for a full-fledged experience above the clouds. • Oga-hana: A spectacular spot with a group of stone Buddhas lined up on the cliffs that gives a sense of history. ⸻ 🐄 Grazing & Alpine Plants From late May to mid-October, the pasture landscape spreads out, with about 200 cows grazing on the grass, and over 200 types of alpine plants, such as rhododendrons and primulas, add color to the four seasons. ⸻ 🎨 Art and Gourmet • Utsukushigahara Highland Museum: Japan's only outdoor museum, with over 350 outdoor sculptures scattered across the grassland. The collaboration between the artworks and the scenery is appealing. • Utsukushigahara Highland Roadside Station: Japan's highest roadside station. Enjoy an observation terrace, local gourmet food (mountain hut curry, soft serve ice cream), and a wide selection of souvenirs. • Utsukushi Terrace: Enjoy sky-blue drinks such as "Cloud Soda" with cotton candy floating in it, which will look great on social media. ⸻ 🌟 A different world of nature and the night sky With a 360° open environment, it is also popular as a spot for starry skies and sea of ​​clouds. If you stay at a nearby hotel (such as Ogato Hotel), you can experience starry sky photos and dramatic sunrises. #Absolutely free trip #Domestic travel #Mountain climbing #Nagano #Nagano trip #Utsukushigahara #Utsukushigahara highlands

Near the Utsukushigahara Open-Air Museum, you'll find the "Tower of Beauty," a symbol of the highland. From there, you can see the Ougatou Hotel and grazing cows. The breathtaking scenery feels almost like being abroad, making it hard to believe you're still in Japan. To top it off, you can even catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji 🗻. With its cool climate, it's perfect for summer visits. Take a trip to rejuvenate and relieve your daily stress! On the Utsukushigahara Plateau, there are three free parking lots available: Utsukushigahara Plateau Parking Lot, Nagawa Town-operated Parking Lot, and Sky Utsukushigahara Parking Lot. The Nagawa Town-operated free parking lot is the closest. 📍Location: Nagawa Town, Chiisagata District, Nagano Prefecture

Utsukushigahara Highland is a plateau located in the northwestern part of Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park, spanning Matsumoto City, Ueda City, and Nagawa Town in Nagano Prefecture. It is also one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. The expansive grasslands feature a ranch and the popular photo spot, Utsukushi-no-Tou (Tower of Beauty). Early mornings are particularly magical, with mist creating a dreamy atmosphere. It’s about a one-hour drive from downtown Matsumoto. If you’re visiting Matsumoto, this is a must-see destination worth extending your trip for. 📍Utsukushigahara Highland Free Parking Address: 2085-70 Takeishi Kamihoniri, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture Hours: Open 24 hours (Overnight stays in your car are possible. Staying overnight is recommended for those who want to catch the sunrise.)

📍Location: Kamikochi, Utsukushigahara, Fudotaki Get off the bus at Taisho Pond🚌 and walk from there🏞️✨ Cool and beautiful scenery🍃 It seems that good weather is quite rare in Utsukushigahara🥹 It's high altitude and cold, so outerwear is a must! There was a line for the nagashi somen noodles at Fudotaki...🥹 🏨Oku-Hida Garden Hotel Yakedake It was a wonderful inn with an open-air bath♨︎ #0 yen trip

The expansive Utsukushigahara Highland, located at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters, lives up to its name, which means "beautiful plain." This breathtaking spot features endless green meadows, a solitary art museum, and pastoral landscapes that feel like another world. In summer, enjoy the refreshing breeze and vibrant alpine flowers; in autumn, the golden pampas grass. On clear days, you can take in a 360-degree panoramic view that includes Yatsugatake and even Mount Fuji. Perfect for hiking or driving, this destination offers a unique blend of nature and art for a truly special experience! 📍Basic Information (Check the official website for the latest updates) ✴︎ Address: Matsumoto City and Ueda City area, Nagano Prefecture ✴︎ Access: About 1 hour by car from Ueda Station or Matsumoto Station / Via Venus Line to Utsukushigahara Open-Air Museum ✴︎ Admission: Free (Museum entry requires a fee) ✴︎ Hours: Open 24 hours (Museums and facilities generally open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

The endless grasslands and the endless blue sky are a breathtaking sight that will cleanse your soul. As you walk, you can see grazing cows relaxing, and it was a soothing sight that made you forget the hustle and bustle of the city. Don't miss the "Utsukushi Tower" near the summit and the spot where you can look down on the sea of ​​clouds! From spring to autumn, there are plenty of hiking trails that even beginners can enjoy, so it's a really recommended place for those who want to be soothed by nature. 🔽Destination Guide ・Access: About 1 hour by car from Matsumoto Station / Buses run seasonally (check beforehand) ・Best season: June to October (fresh greenery, alpine plants, autumn leaves) ・Clothing: The altitude is high and the wind is strong, so a jacket is essential even in summer ・Recommended spots: Utsukushi Tower, Utsukushigahara Kogen Art Museum, and observation spots around Ogato Hotel ・Note: The weather is changeable, so don't forget to check the weather in advance! #Domestic travel #Nature #Nagano Prefecture #Breathtaking views #Tourism

"Utsukushigahara Plateau" in Nagano Prefecture is a place you should definitely visit in the morning🍃 The sunrise here is so beautiful that you should definitely see it! The view from the top was overwhelming, and I felt like I was in another world🌍✨ It is known as a "heavenly place"! ◎ You can enjoy it not only in summer but also in winter, and you can enjoy the snow in the great outdoors⛄️ (It's better to have snow tires and chains!) I also met a lot of animals🐄 It's only a 3-4 hour drive from Tokyo! You can forget about everything and relax Please go and see it🍃 #0 yen trip February 2025 #Utsukushigahara Plateau

[Utsukushigahara Plateau] in Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture It has free parking and is famous for being able to see a beautiful sunrise It's a bit of a walk from your car to the summit, but the path is well-maintained and very easy to walk on, so you can climb like you're hiking🚶♀️ The view from the summit is spectacular, and you can see the mountains in the distance clearly💗 It's quite cold at the summit, so dress warmly when climbing☺️ #0 yen trip January 2025 📍Location: Takeishikamimotoiri, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture 386-0507 🕰️Opening hours: 24 hours 💰Price per person: Free 🅿️: Free parking available

If you go to Utsukushigahara Plateau in Nagano Prefecture at night, you can see a starry sky and a sea of ​​clouds in the morning. Because it is a natural phenomenon, it may be affected by the weather, but the moment you see this magnificent view, I think you will fall in love with Japan even more. Personally, I prefer traveling abroad to domestic travel, but I will never forget this view, and I have thought about going back many times. Above all, it is a spectacular view that everyone should see at least once in their life. #0yentripjanuary2025 #naganoprefecture #Utsukushigaharaplateau #seaofclouds #starrysky

The temperature has dropped considerably, and it feels chilly in the mornings and evenings, and we are finally feeling the season of autumn 🍂 The leaves are starting to turn red in cold areas! Regarding the autumn leaves, I will introduce some spots where you can enjoy the autumn leaves while driving 🚗 This time, I will introduce the driving course of "Utsukushigahara - Kirigamine" in Nagano Prefecture. The route to Utsukushigahara is also called the Venus Line, and it is a road where you can see beautiful scenery, and many people go on tours! The sights around Utsukushigahara and Kirigamine are different 👀 Utsukushigahara overlooks the orange and yellowish green earth, but Kirigamine is filled with Japanese silver grass 🌾The non-stop drive from Utsukushigahara to Kirigamine takes about an hour, but if you consider stopping along the way, you should expect it to take 1.5 hours one way 🕒 Things to note while driving ⚠️ Beautiful scenery comes into your eyes while you are driving, so you tend to look away ‼ ️However, the road is quite undulating, and since it is a popular spot, there is a lot of traffic and the possibility of an accident occurring in an instant 💥There are places where you can stop in various places, so please drive safely without pushing yourself! ♨️Recommended hot springs♨️It's quite cold, so if you go outside to take photos, your body will also get cold 🥶When that happens, warm up in a hot spring! The hot spring I will introduce is Yatsugatake Jomon Natural Hot Spring Togariishi no Yu. It is an accommodation facility, but the open-air bath can be used for day trips! In the open-air bath surrounded by trees, you can enjoy bathing and forest bathing at the same time 😊▪️The spring contains the rare salt of salfitto, which is one of the largest in Japan. Salfitto has a detoxifying effect, which excretes waste products from the body and blood and increases metabolism. It is also effective in preventing lifestyle-related diseases, preventing aging, improving allergies, relieving constipation, improving skin and dieting. This hot spring, which is completely sourced, has a well-balanced mineral content, and is said to be an "artistic source." Please try the spring quality that can only be experienced here ♨️▪️Day trip bathing hours: Friday to Monday and public holidays (closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) 10:00-17:00▪️Bath fee: Adults 1,100 yen, Children (5-12 years old) 850 yen *Face towels are sold *There are no indoor baths or showers (washing areas) That's all! How about it? Why not try a drive and hot spring set? #Domestic travel record #Domestic travel

This time, we will introduce the spectacular spot "Utsukushigahara Plateau" in Nagano Prefecture 🌄 Please take a look at it 😊 -------------------- ### Tourist spot: Utsukushigahara Plateau Utsukushigahara Plateau 🌿 is a plateau area in Nagano Prefecture where beautiful nature spreads, and you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from an altitude of about 2000m. - **Spectacular plateau scenery 🏞️**: It is a spectacular spot where you can see the Northern Alps, Yatsugatake, and even Mt. Fuji. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, especially the autumn leaves and the fresh greenery of spring 🍁🌸 - **Hiking and trekking 🥾**: There are various hiking courses in Utsukushigahara Plateau, which can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced hikers. It is a spot where you can refresh yourself in nature ✨ - **Utsukushigahara Plateau Art Museum 🎨**: In the beautiful scenery of the plateau, there is also the "Utsukushigahara Plateau Art Museum" where outdoor sculptures are exhibited. You can have a unique experience where nature and art are fused together - **Exquisite soft serve ice cream 🍦**: At the ranch on the plateau, the soft serve ice cream made with fresh milk is popular. The sweets you can enjoy in the clear air are exceptional 😋 Utsukushigahara Plateau is a relaxing spot where you can enjoy the spectacular views at your leisure in nature 🌿 Please come and visit! -------------------- We would be happy if you could like or follow us 🙇 We will deliver new information and wonderful travel ideas 📝✨ #UtsukushigaharaPlateau #NaganoTourism #SpectacularSpots #Hiking #JapanTrip #Japan'sSpectacularViews #FuriTabi

#NaganoTourism Utsukushigahara Plateau is a plateau area that spans the cities of Suwa and Okaya in Nagano Prefecture, and extends from an altitude of about 1,700 to 2,000 meters. This area is characterized by beautiful natural scenery and rich vegetation, and you can enjoy the charms of each season. The cool and comfortable climate in summer makes outdoor activities such as trekking, hiking, and camping popular. In particular, trekking while enjoying the beautiful plateau scenery and fresh air is popular with many tourists and mountain climbing enthusiasts. In autumn, the leaves turn red, and Utsukushigahara Plateau is known for its wonderful scenery. It is crowded with people who visit to see the leaves and take photos. In winter, the snow is deep, and you can enjoy winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Utsukushigahara Plateau is also home to ski resorts and resort facilities, and there are plenty of facilities for enjoying winter leisure activities. The Utsukushigahara Plateau is loved by many people as a resort destination where you can enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the seasons and a wealth of outdoor experiences.

This time, we will be looking at the Utsukushigahara Plateau. Utsukushigahara is located in the northernmost part of the Yatsugatake Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park and boasts the widest plateau in Japan. The highest peak of Utsukushigahara, which is praised as one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan, is Ogato (2034m above sea level). You can enjoy walking trails and full-scale trekking courses while looking out at the scenery of idyllic grasslands and steep terrain. There is also an auto camping site in the surrounding area, which is especially recommended for those who enjoy staying on a trip. In addition, in 2012, the Utsukushigahara Plateau Long Trail was developed with a total length of about 45 kilometers, connecting the peaks of Matsumoto's Higashiyama mountains, Toya Mine, Takeishi Mine, Ogato, Chausuyama, Mitakeyama, and Hachibuseyama, from Kanayama Town in the Shika district to Gobushiji Temple, with the aim of promoting the health of citizens.

I went to Utsukushigahara Plateau, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. Even though it is one of Japan's 100 famous mountains, you can drive up to an altitude of nearly 2000m, so it's not a hard climb at all and you can walk at a comfortable pace. As soon as you start walking, you will see a beautiful plateau, just as the name suggests, and you will be greeted with a landscape that makes you feel like you are in Switzerland or New Zealand. There are also many cute cows, and you can take photos with the Yatsugatake and Hakuba mountains in the background. When you go to Ogahana, you can see the Central Alps and the Northern Alps, and the panoramic view of the mountains of the Chubu region is breathtaking! The drive on the Venus Line was also amazing! #Nagano #NaganoTourism

Spot: Utsukushigahara Plateau Address: Iriyamabe, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, 390-0222 Photo date: October 23, 2022 Utsukushigahara Plateau where Renge Azaleas bloom. With the Yatsugatake Mountains in the background, Utsukushigahara has long been known as a scenic spot on the vast plateau and has been selected as one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan. The "Utsukushi Tower" is the symbol of Utsukushigahara Plateau, and because the Utsukushigahara Plateau is often foggy, many climbers have been lost there. The Utsukushi Tower was built to protect such climbers. #AutumnTrip #CoupleTrip #BreathtakingView #AutumnFoliage

A plateau that spans Matsumoto City, Ueda City, and Nagano Prefecture's Nagano Town in Ogata District It is one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan, and the air is clean and the starry sky at night was overwhelming 🌋 There is a bus to the top of the mountain, so it is easy for anyone to get there. We recommend staying at Oga-To Hotel ☆ Access: Matsumoto City, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture, Nagano Town in Ogata District #Mountain climbing #Amazing view #Couple trip #