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Aizu-Komagatake is one of Honshu’s finest winter mountains—remote, quiet, and deeply rewarding. Though the route is non-technical, it is a long and physically demanding snow hike requiring good endurance and winter preparedness.

📅 Day Hike Itinerary (Sunday, 1 Feb 2026)

Early Morning – Tokyo Departure
• 04:00 – Depart Tokyo
• Carpool or coordinated transport (details via LINE)

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Morning – Trailhead & Ascent
• 08:30 – Arrive Minamiaizu / Trailhead parking
• 08:45 – Gear check
• Snowshoes fitted
• 12-point crampons ready
• Poles, layers, food confirmed
• 09:00 – START HIKING

Ascent
• Long stair section at the start (steady pace)
• Gradual climb through snowy forest
• Steeper approach near upper slopes
• Reach Aizu-Komagatake Summit
• Short lunch break
• Photos & rest (weather dependent)

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Afternoon – Descent
• Descend via same route
• Careful pacing as snow softens later in the day
• 15:30–16:00 – Return to trailhead (conditions dependent)

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Evening – Onsen & Ramen
• 16:30–18:00 –
♨️ 24-hour riverside open-air onsen
• Full recovery soak after the hike
• 18:30–19:30 –
🍜 Kitakata Ramen dinner (Top 3 ramen towns in Japan)

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Night – Return to Tokyo
• 19:30–20:00 – Depart Kitakata
• 23:00–00:00 – Arrive back in Tokyo (traffic & weather dependent)

🎒 Things to Bring (持参もの)

Required Winter Gear
• Winter boots
• Snowshoes
• 12-point crampons
• Trekking poles
• Gaiters

Clothing
• Parka or wind shell
• Insulating jacket
• Fleece / jumper
• Thermal layers (top & bottom)
• Trousers
• Wind pants
• Warm gloves or mittens
• Hat
• Glasses or goggles
• Neck warmer

Food & Hydration
• 1L water bottle
• Thermos
• Trail lunch
• High-energy snacks

Safety & Essentials
• Headlamp + spare batteries
• Emergency blanket
• Sunscreen & lip balm

Post-Hike
• Onsen towel

✅ Final Notes

Participation depends on the feasibility of a 4:00 AM pickup and the availability of all required gear mentioned above.
Please message me on LINE to confirm your participation and to be added to the event LINE group.

📩 LINE: https://line.me/ti/p/rW9s9Vqrw6

• This is a long winter day hike, not technical but physically demanding
• Strong winter fitness and efficient pacing required
• Expect a late return to Tokyo
• Ideal for hikers wanting a true snowy Hyakumeizan experience in one push

Snow, summit, soak, and ramen — all in one day. ❄️🏔️🍜♨️u

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