Karasawa - Cirque - Hotaka
Nagano, Japan — 5.8 km
Kamikochi
🇯🇵 Nagano · Japan — Altitude 1511 m
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This live camera looks out over Kamikochi, a high mountain valley in the Japan Alps of Nagano Prefecture. People tune in to check whether the valley is clear, how the light is falling on the peaks, and whether the river is running high. The live player is embedded from the source, and the page adds local time and weather.
A valley above the clouds
Kamikochi sits at about 1,500 metres in the Japan Alps, a flat river basin ringed by sharp granite peaks. Access is restricted to protect the scenery, so private cars are not allowed in the valley and visitors usually arrive by bus through the Hotaka area. The Azusa River runs through the basin, and wooden bridges and footpaths lead between the old inns and the trailheads. Its reputation rests on this combination of wild mountains and a quiet, carefully kept valley floor.
What the view may show
Because the camera is identified only by its place name, the exact frame is not described here. Depending on the view, you may see the river, the surrounding ridges, or the sky above the peaks. Mornings often bring the clearest air before clouds build over the mountains in the afternoon. Autumn is a popular season for watching, when the larches and birches turn gold, and winter views can be striking when the peaks are covered in snow.
Practical notes
Kamikochi is open for much of the year, but snow can close access roads in winter and early spring, so check conditions before travelling. Summer is warm and busy, while autumn is cooler and especially pleasant for walking. Nearby cameras in Azumino, Matsumoto, Takayama and Murodo show other parts of the region and can help you compare the weather across the Alps.
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About this camera
What is the weather like in Kamikochi now?
The current conditions and a 3-day forecast are shown in the weather block on this page. Mountain weather can change quickly, so check it before you plan a hike.
What time is it in Kamikochi?
The local time for Kamikochi is shown above the camera. Japan uses a single time zone for the whole country.
Where exactly is the Kamikochi camera?
The camera is located in Kamikochi, a valley in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, at about 1,500 metres above sea level. The map on this page marks its position.
When is the best time to watch Kamikochi?
Early mornings and autumn are often the most rewarding times, when the air is clear and the larches change colour. Conditions in the valley vary, so the live view shows what is happening at the moment.
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