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Tateyama Murodo

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Tateyama Murodo

立山室堂

Toyama · Chubu

Tateyama Murodo is a stunning alpine area known for its breathtaking views and proximity to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. It serves as a base for hikers exploring the surrounding mountains and is famous for its snow corridor in spring.

Why it's hidden

Many travelers focus on the more accessible areas of Japan and miss this stunning alpine destination.

Best season
Summer · Autumn
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.7· 250 reviews
Opening hours
Seasonal — see below

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Kurobedaira Station

Closures

  • Seasonal: open 15 April – 30 November, closed entirely 1 December – 14 April.

Note

  • Monday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Friday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours (in season only — 15 April – 30 November)

Closures

  • Reached only via the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, which shuts for the snow season; the route is also closed to private vehicles for its whole length year-round.

Note

  • The operator publishes the 2026 season as "2026.4.15 - 11.30"; the 2027 opening date is not yet published — re-check alpen-route.com.
  • Open 24 hours as an area in season; individual facilities keep their own hours.

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~5h 6m by car

Tags

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