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Discover Kamikochi

  • Introduction to Kamikochi
  • Access to Kamikochi
  • Rules in Kamikochi
  • Kamikochi Visitor Center
  • Kamikochi Information Center
  • Sawando National Park Gate
  • Activities around Kamikochi and surrounding area
  • Recommended tour routes
  • Bear Sightings

Sawando National Park Gate

Sawando National Park Gate, located in the Sawando area, is Kamikochi’s transfer base in Nagano Prefecture. Here, visitors must transfer to shuttle buses or taxis due to traffic restrictions on private cars and tour buses. In order to better use and experience the national park, information related to Kamikochi is provided, such as about the natural surroundings, mountain climbing, traffic, and the rules of national parks.

Facility Information

Open Period:
late April through November 15 (Open every day during this period)
* Closed in winter
Hours:
Open during Kamikochi shuttle’s operating time

Admission Free

Address: Kamikochi, Azumi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-1516 Japan
TEL:0263-93-3355
Sawando National Park Gate HP

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Facilities

- National Park Gate
At the entrance hall, a grand panoramic photograph of the Northern Japan Alps and driftwood art from Azusa-gawa River welcome visitors.
The information counter provides information on Kamikochi and Sawando such as weather conditions, nature, and traffic. In the building, panels of nature, history and walking courses in Kamikochi are displayed, and also images related to rules in the national park are on screen in the waiting room for shuttle buses and taxis.
- Resting Area
This area offers tables, benches, and a drinking fountain. It is also used as a meeting site for large groups of visitors.
- Public Toilet
Restrooms are installed with flushing toilets. Multi-purpose restrooms are also available.
- Bus Terminal
It has a Matsumoto city tourist information center as well as a shop.
- City-run Parking Lot No. 3 (Kasumi-sawa)
An underground tunnel directly connects this parking lot to Sawando National Park Gate. It is possible to charge electric cars here for free.
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