01-27-2009, 09:16 PM
The backpacking culture of Europe is completely different from the culture of Japan. Setting up camp anywhere is very discouraged. Hostels are few and far between, and inns are expensive.
I think you need to research a very specific plan using campgrounds (with reservations). Day hikes are easy and no problem, but extended hitchhiking treks don't work out as well.
Rural Japan is beautiful and should be explored, but it is difficult in the way you describe.
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