I visited in late May—the weather was great, around 9°C. The surrounding scenery was absolutely stunning. I could sit and enjoy the view for hours. The air was incredibly fresh, though a bit chilly.
This area gets busy, but there are plenty of seating spots. There are also restaurants, souvenir shops, and even bear bells. I tried the ice cream and curry-filled bread—both were delicious.
The bridge is just a few hundred meters from the bus terminal. If you’re short on time, you can get off at the bus stop and walk to Kappa Bridge—it only takes a few minutes.
Kappabashi Bridge – Must-Visit Landmark in Kamikochi
A classic check-in spot that you can’t miss in Kamikochi! We arrived early in the morning when it was still quiet, making it easy to enjoy the views and take photos without the crowds.
We were lucky with sunny weather, so the scenery was beautiful with clear skies — perfect for photos. You can shoot from different angles: beside the bridge, on the bridge itself, or down by the rocky riverbank — each gives a unique and stunning perspective of Kamikochi.
I took the Highland Express bus to this area, and the scenery was beautiful, featuring fog, mountains, blue sky, and clear water. There might be crowds on the weekend, but you can finally relax and find calm in nature.
A simple suspension bridge made of wood, famous for its rugged terrain scenic mountain views. It offers a picturesque view & the bridge itself is magnificent. It’s chock-full all the time, for the most part, people fail to remember that KAMIKOCHI has other spots to relish too.
Really stunning! Definitely became my top most beautiful places I’ve seen. It is crowded during weekends, but not so much on weekdays early morning.
