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Japan’s Mountains by Train & Bus

Find your next hike — no car needed. Trailhead access, down to the timetable.

  • 414 mountains
  • 126 100 Famous

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ⓘ Access = how easy the trailhead is to reach by public transport (based on first-bus timing, transfers, direct/seasonal buses and whether a taxi is needed)

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Mt. Shari 100 Famous Mountains
IntermediatePlan aheadDay tripTrail time 6h 299.77 km

A Hokkaido isolated peak where the classic approach passes more than ten waterfalls, followed by open ridge views at the top.

Mt. Tokachi 100 Famous Mountains
IntermediateEasyDay tripTrail time 7h 0011 km

One of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains and an active Hokkaido volcano dramatic at close range, renowned for Japan's earliest autumn foliage in September.

Mount Yoichi 300 Famous Mountains
BeginnerPlan aheadDay tripTrail time 5h 0012 km

Sapporo's highest mountain, where the Haіmаtsu zone opens a summer panorama of Yōteisan and the surrounding peaks.

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