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Japan’s Mountains by Train & Bus

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  • 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. Atago 300 Famous Mountains
BeginnerModerateDay tripTrail time 4h 009.5 km

The sacred headquarters of all Atago shrines nationwide, a spiritual mountain in Kyoto where the Sennichi-mairi pilgrimage marks summer.

Mt. Horai 300 Famous Mountains
BeginnerEasyDay tripTrail time 3h 308 km

A Hira range peak with expansive Lake Biwa views, where the gondola approach leads to a ridge walk enjoyed by families.

Mt. Kuroso 300 Famous Mountains
BeginnerModerateDay tripTrail time 5h 5010.79 km

A peak approached through the famous Sōni Plateau pampas fields, with rewarding views beyond the Nihon-boso saddle.

Mt. Rokko 300 Famous Mountains
BeginnerModerateDay tripTrail time 6h 3813.68 km

A Kansai classic with a rewarding traverse from the Rock Garden to the highest summit, famous also for Kobe's glittering night views.

Mt. Gomadan 300 Famous Mountains
ModerateDay tripTrail time 3h 00

An easy peak on a ridge of primeval Buna forest that can be combined with neighboring Ryujindake, Wakayama's highest point.

Mt. Hiei 300 Famous Mountains
Plan aheadDay tripTrail time 3h 30

A UNESCO World Heritage sacred mountain dotted with Enryakuji temple halls, overlooking Lake Biwa and the Kyoto cityscape.

Mt. Miune 300 Famous Mountains
EasyDay tripTrail time 4h 00

A Taikō mountain famous for stunning winter rime ice, with easy public-transport access during the frost festival season.

Mt. Ryumon 300 Famous Mountains
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Mt. Takami 300 Famous Mountains
EasyDay tripTrail time 3h 30

Called the Kansai Matterhorn for its pointed silhouette, a peak admired for winter rime ice and sweeping views of the Taikō and Ōmine ranges.

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