Hiking tour: The way of the Samurai

Embark on a journey through time along the historic Matsunoyama Kaido, an ancient road with a storied past. Known as the “Samurai Trail,” this pathway was once traversed by local warlords on their journeys from Niigata to the Kanto region.

As you walk its hallowed grounds, encounter the silent sentinels of stone Buddhas and shrines, standing as witnesses to bygone eras. Amidst the rugged landscape, the remnants of a mountain castle silently watch over passersby, while the surrounding trees whisper tales of ancient campaigns.

What to expect:

  • Starting times: 9:00 or 14:00
  • Distance: Approximately 4.5 km
  • Elevation:  150 m
  • 50% of the trail is unpaved

Things to note:

  • Hiking shoes and clothing are required
  • Please bring a towel, water bottle, small backpack to keep your hands free
  • The tour will be held regardless of weather, so please bring raingear.

INCLUDED
・All entrance fees
・Guide fee

NOT INCLUDED
・Purchase of socks or drinks
・Transportation before/after the tour
・Guide tip

  • Booking deadline: 1 week before travel date
  • Special cancelation policy:
    ・6 day before the tour – 30% of total tour cost
    ・1 day before the tour – 50% of total tour cost
    ・Day of the tour – 100% of tour cost

Tour Information

Reservation
  • Availability
    April to November
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Capacity
    10
  • Minimum
    2
  • Age limit
    Over 6 years old
  • Fee
    9,250 JPY / person
  • Area
    Matsudai Station (Tokamachi)

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    【Reservation flow】
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    【Payment】
    1. Credit card (5% transfer fee)
    2. Bank transfer (fees to be handled by sender)
    ※Cash upon meeting may be accepted in certain circumstances.

    【Identity Confirmation】
    Please bring your passport or another form of identification in order to confirm your name and age at the time of your reservation.

    【Cancellation】
    The tour will be held, regardless of the weather. In the unlikely event of a natural disaster or cancellation of the tour, you will be contacted by e-mail.
    Unless specified otherwise, free cancellation until 24 hours prior to the tour start time.

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    BY JAPANESE LAW IT IS ILLEGAL FOR PERSONS UNDER 20 YEARS OF AGE TO DRINK ALCOHOL.
    WE DO NOT CONDONE DRUNK DRIVING. IN JAPAN THE LEGAL ALCOHOL LIMIT IS 0 (zero).
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