100 Famous Shinshu Mountains

Utsukushigahara (Mt. Ōgatō 2,034 m, Nagano) is one of Japan's largest highland plateaus and a 100 Famous Mountain. From Matsumoto Station, the seasonal Shinshu Utsukushigahara Plateau Direct Bus (reserved) reaches Nature Conservation Center; Alpico Kotsu Bus serves Yamamoto-goya and Open-Air Art Museum. Summer-only. 360° panorama traverse approx. 3.5h.

Kirigamine (Mt. Kuruma 1,925 m, Nagano) is one of Japan's most family-friendly hyakumeizan. Alpico Kotsu Kirigamine Line (May 2 – Oct 25, 2026, verified official PDF) directly connects Kami-Suwa Station to Kurumayama-kata, Yashima Marsh, and Kurumayama Highland trailheads. Day-lily blooms and grass-autumn colours on an easy 3-hour loop.