Hey, I'd really appreciate some advice on my route for Japanese Alps at the end of August – really whether it makes sense and whether it's do-able as a solo hiker.
I have some hiking experience in Nepal, and the Atlas mountains, but nothing too technical, and always guided. The route I'm taking on day 3 I think is slightly less well trodden (due to all other huts being booked up), I just wanted to check that Nishidake to Yarisawa hut is still a clear route, that is well established. Alternatively, could I descend from Nishidake?
I expect it'll be extremely hot, so obviously lots of water and I'll travel light – anything else I should look out for? Thanks so much for your help!
Day 1 Nakabusa Onsen → Enzanso Hut
Day 2 Enzanso Hut → Nishidake Hut
Day 3 Nishidake Hut → Yarisawa Lodge (** This is the step I'm slightly unsure about – all the other huts were booked up, Yarigatake Senso and Sessho hut)
Day 4 Yarisawa Lodge → Kamikochi
by luliger