Following its popularity last year, the Norikura Ptarmigan Route Sightseeing Bus will be operating again this year. Starting from Hirayu Onsen, this special bus tour takes you across the Gifu-Nagano prefectural border to the southern region of Chubu Sangaku National Park, visiting Norikura Tatamidaira (2,702 meters above sea level), Norikura Plateau, and Kamikochi, all in one day.
This sightseeing route, which passes through both the Norikura Skyline on the Gifu Prefecture side and the Norikura Echo Line on the Nagano Prefecture side, is rare in Japan and allows you to enjoy the different faces of Mount Norikura in one day. You can also easily access areas where private cars are restricted, and you will be guided by a bus guide with extensive knowledge.
■ Operating period
September 1st (Tuesday) to September 18th (Friday), September 24th (Thursday) to September 30th (Wednesday), 2026 (25 days in total)
■Daily Route (for departures and arrivals at Takayama Bus Terminal)
Takayama Bus Terminal 7:20 AM departure → Hirayu Onsen → Norikura Tatamidaira (approx. 1 hour 25 minutes for sightseeing) → Norikura Kogen (approx. 1 hour 40 minutes stay) → Kamikochi (approx. 2 hours stay) → Hirayu Bus Terminal around 5 PM → Takayama Bus Terminal around 6:10 PM arrival
*Hirayu Onsen is also a departure and arrival point for this tour. After the tour, we recommend staying overnight at a hot spring inn to fully enjoy the lingering memories of your trip.
■Price
・Departure/Arrival at Takayama Station West Exit: Adults 8,000 yen / Children (6-12 years old) 4,000 yen
・Departure/Arrival at Hirayu Bus Terminal: Adult 5,000 yen / Child 2,500 yen
One-way trip (Takayama Station West ⇔ Hirayu Bus Terminal): Adult 6,500 yen / Child 3,250 yen
*Minimum number of participants: 1 person
*If the Norikura Skyline or Norikura Echo Line is closed, the tour will be cancelled.
■ Digital stamp rally held simultaneously
Period: September 1st (Tuesday) to September 30th (Wednesday), 2020
*The event will also be held from September 19th (Sat) to 23rd (Wed), when buses are not running.
Stamps are available at a total of nine locations, including Hirayu Onsen, Norikura Tatamidaira, Norikura Kogen, and Kamikochi. Scan the QR codes with your smartphone, and if you collect stamps from five or more locations, you can participate in a lottery to win original prizes.
*Prizes are available while supplies last.
■Reservations and Inquiries
Reservations can only be made through Nohi Bus's website. Please make your reservation at least 3 days before your desired travel date.
Official website:https://norikura-tour.com/
Reservation site:https://www.nouhibus.co.jp/hida/bustrip/jh0025/
For inquiries, please contact the Nohi Bus Takayama Bus Center Tour Desk at TEL 0577-33-0131 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
