All About Japan's Car Free Town
Kamikochi is a car-free town in the Japanese Alps that's known for its natural beauty, scenic views, and hiking trails
The area has been a popular destination for autumn hikers. Cars and motorcycles were banned in Kamikochi in 1975
Kamikochi is an idyllic, and relaxing break from some of the country's more frequented tourist destinations
Nestled in the Japanese Alps at 1,500m elevation, the seasonal resort town offers riverside hiking trails and an abundance of Japanese snow monkeys
There are no private homes, year- round residents or chain stores of any kind
It's known as an escape from the enervating heat that grips most of Japan in
summer
Kamikochi is a seasonal resort town that's only open from April 27 to November 15 each year
It is sometimes called the "Japanese Yosemite Valley". It's a gateway to the Northern Alps and home to many birds, mammals, and other species