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- 20 minutes by taxi from Toyama Station, Hokuriku Shinkansen Line 7 minutes by taxi from Kamihori Station, Toyama Chiho Railway Main Line
- 1-minute drive from Toyama IC, Hokuriku Expressway
10 minutes by taxi from Fuji Station, JR Tokaido Line <br> 9 minutes by taxi from Shin Fuji Station, JR Tokaido Line <br>. 7 minutes by car from Fuji IC, Tomei Expressway <br> 11 minutes by car from Shin Fuji IC, Shin Tomei Expressway <br>
65 minutes by taxi from Matsumoto Railway Shinshimashima Station. 65 minutes by public bus from Matsumoto Railway Shinshimashima Station.. 60 minutes by car from Matsumoto IC, Nagano Expressway to Sawawatari/ Hirao car park <br> 60 minutes by car from Takayama IC, Chubujukan Expressway to Sawawatari/ Hirao car park <br> Need to transfer to shuttle bus for Kamikochi at the car parks.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.