One of the first things one needs to consider when planning a visit to Kamikochi is whether to do a day trip or spend one or more nights in the park. And there is plenty to be said for spending the night. Tranquil early mornings and starry skies really do complete the Kamikochi experience.
So what are your options? To begin with, the area around Kappa Bridge is home to many hotels to suit various budgets, including some rather luxurious fare. There are also a variety of mountain huts, offering dormitory style lodging as well as meals for those who order them. Some of these places are quite rustic, while others like Yokoo include such amenities as hot baths. Whatever you choose, mountain huts can be a key part of an unforgettable stay at Kamikochi. Lastly, we should also mention camping, which is an option for anyone choosing to bring their own tent into the park or rent one onsite. Camping is only permitted in campgrounds or in the immediate vicinity of mountains huts that charge a small fee to make use of their land.
Some of the hotels, lodges, and campgrounds are quite far from the bus terminal, so please check the “Walking Distance from Bus Terminal” carefully before making a reservation.
A lot of accommodations in Kamikochi give you a service with dinner and breakfast per night. There are few restaurants around Kamikochi serve dinner, so you need to bring some foods if you don’t have a dinner at your accommodation.
