Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

立山黒部アルペンルート

The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a mountain sightseeing route that crosses the Northern Japan Alps between Toyama and Nagano. It is 37.2 km long, and almost all of it is inside Chubu Sangaku National Park. Travelers change between several kinds of transport along the way and enjoy views of high mountains.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: In 2026 the route operates from April 15 to November 30.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

The route is 37.2 km long, with a height difference of up to 1,975 meters.
With the Web Ticket you can buy your ticket and reserve your boarding time at the same time.
Same-day tickets are still sold even if advance tickets are sold out.

Tips for Muslim visitors

Ropeways and cable cars are busiest from 9:00 to 11:00 going up to Murodo and from 13:00 to 15:00 leaving Murodo. On very crowded days waits can exceed 90 minutes, so allow extra time for prayers.
Hotel Tateyama at Murodo says it will try its best to accommodate menu requests for religious beliefs.
Hotel Tateyama also has a family bath for private use, for guests who are uncomfortable with the public bath.
Plan your visit around prayer times, and carry a travel prayer mat and a qibla app.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Toyama and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.