{"id":16158,"date":"2021-12-29T07:00:38","date_gmt":"2021-12-29T06:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog?p=16158"},"modified":"2022-06-15T09:37:33","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T07:37:33","slug":"mountains-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/mountains-japan","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Mountains to Visit in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers in Japan are spoiled for choice when it comes to mountains and volcanoes to visit. Over <strong>70% of Japan is mountainous<\/strong>, with mountain ranges running through all the main islands.<\/p>\n<p>Japan\u2019s mountains offer a welcome break from the city and a chance to explore the countryside and <strong>enjoy the best views<\/strong> of Japan\u2019s spectacular landscapes.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>This guide to the <strong>top 10 mountains in Japan<\/strong> will help you decide which to visit during your stay.<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Mount_Fuji_the_highest_mount_in_Japan\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Mount Fuji, the highest mount in Japan<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Tate\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Mount Tate<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Haku\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Mount Haku<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Kita\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Mount Kita<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Takao\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Mount Takao<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Yari\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> Mount Yari<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Mitake\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">7<\/span> Mount Mitake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Yufu\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">8<\/span> Mount Yufu<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Asama\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">9<\/span> Mount Asama<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mount_Norikura\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">10<\/span> Mount Norikura<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Fuji_the_highest_mount_in_Japan\">Mount Fuji, the highest mount in Japan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/tokaido-shinkansen-fuji-800x500.jpg\" alt=\"A Shinkansen In the Tokaido Shinkansen Line passing near Mount fuji\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/tokaido-shinkansen-fuji.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/tokaido-shinkansen-fuji-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/tokaido-shinkansen-fuji-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Fuji is<strong> Japan\u2019s highest mountain<\/strong>, at 3,776.24 meters. One of the 3 sacred mountains in Japan, it has extra special significance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/mount-fuji\">Mount Fuji<\/a> is located in Yamanashi and Shizuoka ken prefectures of central Honshu. It\u2019s a little over <strong>100 km west of Tokyo city center<\/strong>, making it ideal to visit on a day trip from the capital.<\/p>\n<p>The mountain is known for its almost perfectly<strong> symmetrical shape and snowy peak<\/strong>. This iconic view is itself a reason to visit Mount Fuji during your trip to Japan.<\/p>\n<p>The mountain is officially open to climbers during July and August, with several different routes available.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Tate\">Mount Tate<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-tateyama.jpg\" alt=\"mount tate - tateyama\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-tateyama.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-tateyama-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-tateyama-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Tate, commonly referred to as <em><strong>Tateyama<\/strong><\/em>, is another of <strong>Japan\u2019s sacred mountains<\/strong>. It is in the southeast region of Toyama prefecture, Honshu. Standing at 3,015 m tall, Mount Tate is one of Japan\u2019s tallest mountains.<\/p>\n<p>The mountain offers <strong>stunning scenery<\/strong> through the seasons. From lush vegetation in the summer, to snow in the winter. It\u2019s known for its snow wall that lasts until June.<\/p>\n<p>The Tateyama Ropeway is a visitor attraction. It\u2019s 1,710 m long and goes up 500 m.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Haku\">Mount Haku<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-haku.jpg\" alt=\"mount haku\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-haku.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-haku-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-haku-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Haku is the <strong>last of the 3 sacred mountains <\/strong>in Japan. This impressive mountain lies on the border between the Ishikawa and Gifu prefectures of Honshu.<\/p>\n<p>Mount Haku is 2,072 m tall. It\u2019s <strong>best for summer hiking<\/strong>, from June to October, with various tracks to choose from. The most popular hiking route takes between 8 and 10 hours to complete.<\/p>\n<p>During the rest of the year, Mount Haku is covered with snow and is very picturesque.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Kita\">Mount Kita<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-kita.jpg\" alt=\"mount kita\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-kita.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-kita-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-kita-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Standing 3,193 m tall, Mount Kita is the <strong>second-highest mountain in Japan<\/strong>, after Mount Fuji. Mount Kita is in the Yamanashi prefecture and can be accessed easily from Kofu City<\/p>\n<p>It is a great option if you want to do some mountain climbing during your stay in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>There are different options for climbing the mountain, including routes through snowy valleys, rocky ridges, and more.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Takao\">Mount Takao<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/mount-takao-cable-car-800x480.jpg\" alt=\"mount takao cable car\" width=\"800\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While significantly smaller than other mountains on the list, just 599 m, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/mount-takao-guide\">Mount Takao<\/a> is still worth visiting.<\/p>\n<p>Located under an hour by train from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/shinjuku-station\">Shinjuku station<\/a> in the Tokyo prefecture, it\u2019s a <strong>great day trip <\/strong>out of the city. Given that it\u2019s so easy to reach, Mount Takao can get busy at the weekends. Consider going during the week for more peace and quiet.<\/p>\n<p>It takes just 1 hour 30 minutes to climb, and there is a <strong>cable car that takes you to the summit<\/strong>. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Yari\">Mount Yari<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16178\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yari.jpg\" alt=\"mount yari\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yari.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yari-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yari-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Yari, in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/nagano-travel-guide\">Nagano Prefecture<\/a>, is known for its <strong>distinctive pointed peak<\/strong> and is popular amongst summer hikers.<\/p>\n<p>You can select from several routes to the summit. It\u2019s a long way up but make it to the top and you\u2019ll be rewarded with fabulous views across the surrounding countryside.<\/p>\n<p>The climb will take more than 24 hours in total, so <strong>you\u2019ll need to camp overnight<\/strong> either at the mountain lodge situated 100 m from the peak, or in your own tent.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Mitake\">Mount Mitake<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16183\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-mitake.jpg\" alt=\"mount mitake\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-mitake.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-mitake-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-mitake-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re spending a few days in Tokyo, a day trip to Mount Mitake is highly recommended. You can <strong>reach Mount Mitake from Tokyo city center<\/strong> by train with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/\">Japan Rail Pass<\/a> in as little as 95 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>You can opt to take the cable car to the halfway point, or walk the whole way to the summit, which stands at 929 meters.<\/p>\n<p>At the summit, you\u2019ll find <strong>Musashi-Mitake shrine<\/strong>, thought to have been a place for mountain worship for almost 2,000 years.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Yufu\">Mount Yufu<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yufu.jpg\" alt=\"mount yufu\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yufu.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yufu-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-yufu-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Another major mountain in Japan is Mount Yufu, on the border of Yufu and Beppu in Oita prefecture of Kyushu. The highest point is 1,583 meters tall.<\/p>\n<p>Mount Yufu comprises 2 peaks: <strong>Higashi-mine peak <\/strong>in the east and <strong>Nishi-mine peak<\/strong> in the west. Both are great for hiking, with the Higashi-mine being the easier of the two.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Asama\">Mount Asama<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-asama.jpg\" alt=\"mount asama\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-asama.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-asama-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-asama-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Asama is the <strong>most active volcano in Honshu<\/strong>, on the border between the Gunma and Nagano prefectures.<\/p>\n<p>If you plan on visiting Mount Asama, you need to <strong>check the latest updates<\/strong> in the lead-up to your trip. The last time it erupted was August 7, 2019.<\/p>\n<p>Mount Asama is 2,568 meters tall. The trek to the summit from Takamine Kogen Onsen will take you approximately 3.5 hours, during the hike, you can take in excellent views of the Northern Japan Alps.<\/p>\n<p>The highest area of Mount Asama is roped off to prevent visitors from getting too near the smoking crater. Climbing Mount Asama is a<strong> unique experience<\/strong> and recommended for adventurous travelers.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Mount_Norikura\">Mount Norikura<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-norikura.jpg\" alt=\"mount norikura\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-norikura.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-norikura-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mount-norikura-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mount Norikura is a volcanic mountain on the border between Nagano and Gifu prefectures.<\/p>\n<p>At 3,026 meters tall, it is the third-highest peak in the Northern Japan Alps. Despite this, you can<strong> take a bus almost to the summit<\/strong>, so reaching the top isn\u2019t too difficult.<\/p>\n<p>Mount Norikura is a great choice in every season. Head there in the winter for spectacular snowy landscapes, or during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/blog\/japan-autumn-leaves-forecast\">Autumn in Japan<\/a> as the leaves turn golden.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers in Japan are spoiled for choice when it comes to mountains and volcanoes to visit. Over 70% of Japan is mountainous, with mountain ranges running through all the main islands. 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