Checking in at my hostel in the Japanese alps I was asked if I enjoyed trekking as there were some good mountain treks in the region .i quickly diss missed the advise explaining I do not own a pair of boots and that my fitness levels are one of a 20 a day smoker and not a hill walker.the guy then explained about a short walking course allowing me to enjoy the local mountain scenery with little effort( more my ability) however due to the confusing Japanese signs I once again find myself high in the hills in a deserted forest after a 2 hour long hike in the wilderness I finally found civilisation once again , it turns out that I am inevitably a trekker beginner at best maybe I should think about purchasing them hiking boots.off to get some soba and the famed Hilda beef I'm starving.