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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. Hikosan 200 Famous Mountains
EasyDay tripTrail time 4h 00

One of Japan's three Hikosan sacred peaks, a triple-summit mountain long used for Shugendo practice with spectacular autumn color.

Mt. Osuzu 200 Famous Mountains
Plan aheadDay tripTrail time 5h 00

A mountain whose greatest draw is a cascade corridor of more than 30 falls, the first scenic site ever designated in Japan.

Sakurajima 200 Famous Mountains
Plan ahead

An active volcano whose grandeur is best experienced from the Yunohira Observatory, set against the sweeping panorama of Kinko Bay.

Mt. Takachihonomine 200 Famous Mountains
ModerateDay tripTrail time 3h 30

The sacred peak of the Divine Descent myth, a perfect cone topped by the reversed spear Ama-no-Sakahoko, speaking of ancient legend.

Mt. Unzen 200 Famous Mountains
Plan aheadDay tripTrail time 4h 00

A Nagasaki volcano where the summit of Fugendake delivers a close view of the Heisei-era lava dome born from eruption.

Mt. Yufu 200 Famous Mountains
ModerateDay tripTrail time 4h 00

The Bungo Fuji, a twin-peaked volcano looming above Yufuin Onsen, with sweeping views of the Yufuin Basin from the east summit.

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