Mt. Kashimayari
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Mt. Kashimayari (鹿島槍ヶ岳) is a 2,889m famous peak in the Ushiroya-tateyama Range straddling Toyama and Nagano Prefectures.
Alongside Mt. Tsurugi, Mt. Tateyama, and Mt. Karamatsu, it is a mountain where the Kakune-sato Glacier — one of the few existing glaciers in Japan — has been confirmed, and is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains. The beautiful twin-peak form is also popular. Summer alpine plants are also highlights.
The common access is via bus from Shinano-Omachi Station or Nagano Station to Ougizawa, then climbing via Mt. Jii.
This page summarizes access (public transportation) to Ougizawa Station, the base for Mt. Jii Trailhead, the main trailhead of Mt. Kashimayari.
*Timetable last checked: May 11, 2026
- [Outbound] Shinano-Omachi Station → Ougizawa Station
- [Outbound] Nagano Station → Ougizawa Station
- [Outbound] Takebashi Station → Shinjuku Station → Ougizawa (Mainichi Alpen-go)
- [Return] Ougizawa Station → Shinano-Omachi Station
- [Return] Ougizawa Station → Nagano Station
- [Return] Ougizawa Station → Shinjuku Station (Mainichi Alpen-go)
Hiking Course Details — Mt. Kashimayari
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Mt. Kashimayari — Reference Hiking Times
| Segment | Distance | Ascent/Descent | Out | Back |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōgizawa Station → Taneike Hut | 5.7 km | +1135 m / −99 m | 3:50 | 3:40 |
| Taneike Hut → Mount Jii | 1.5 km | +213 m / −34 m | 0:55 | 0:50 |
| Mount Jii → Tsumetake Hut | 1.8 km | +70 m / −296 m | 1:10 | 1:10 |
| Tsumetake Hut → Mt. Nunobiki | 1.7 km | +290 m / −20 m | 1:10 | 1:05 |
| Mt. Nunobiki → Mt. Kashimayari South Peak | 1.1 km | +222 m / −17 m | 0:50 | 0:45 |
| Mt. Kashimayari South Peak → Mt. Kashimayari North Peak | 0.6 km | +27 m / −146 m | 0:40 | 0:30 |
| Round trip | 23.6 km | +2404 m / −2404 m | 16:20 | |
1. [Outbound] Shinano-Omachi Station → Ougizawa Station
From in front of JR Shinano-Omachi Station, board Alpico Kotsu “Ougizawa Line” and get off at Ougizawa Station.
Operating period: April 15 ~ November 30, 2026 (spring/summer/autumn schedule)
Fare: Shinano-Omachi Station ⇄ Ougizawa Station adult ¥2,000 (revised 2026/4/15)
Travel time: about 40–45 minutes
Bus TimetableFrom Shinano-Omachi Station to Ougizawa Station
| Shinano-Omachi Station | Ougizawa Station |
|---|---|
| 5:35 | 6:15 |
| 6:15 | 6:55 |
| 7:05 | 7:45 |
| 8:00 | 8:40 |
| 8:30 | 9:10 |
| 9:00 | 9:40 |
| 10:00 | 10:40 |
| 10:30 | 11:10 |
| 11:35 | 12:15 |
| 12:25 | 13:05 |
| 13:35 | 14:15 |
| 14:25 | 15:05 |
| 15:10 | 15:50 |
| 16:25 | 17:05 |
| 17:10 | 17:50 |
Reference: Alpico Kotsu | Shinano-Omachi Station – Ougizawa Station (Ougizawa Line)
2. [Outbound] Nagano Station → Ougizawa Station
From JR Nagano Station East Exit, take the Express Bus (Nagano – Omachi / Ougizawa) direct to Ougizawa (via in front of Shinano-Omachi Station, Omachi Onsen-go, Holiday Inn Resort Kuroyon).
Operating period: April 15 ~ June 30, 2026 (spring schedule) * Summer/Autumn schedules require official confirmation
Fare: Nagano Station East Exit ⇄ Ougizawa adult ¥4,300 (revised 2025/4/15)
Travel time: about 1 hour 35 minutes ~ 2 hours 15 minutes
Bus TimetableFrom Nagano Station to Ougizawa Station
| Nagano Station | Ougizawa Station |
|---|---|
| 8:00 | 9:25 |
| 8:50 | 10:00 |
| 10:30 | 12:15 |
| 13:00 | 14:45 |
| 14:30 | 16:15 |
Reference: Alpico Kotsu | Express Bus Nagano – Omachi / Ougizawa
3. [Outbound] Takebashi Station → Shinjuku Station → Ougizawa (Mainichi Alpen-go)
From Tokyo (Takebashi / Shinjuku), take the Mainichi Alpen-go (overnight, reservation required) to arrive at Ougizawa early morning. Departure dates and schedules vary within the season. Please check the official page for the latest operating calendar and gathering location.
Travel time: about 5–6 hours (overnight)
Fare: ¥8,800–13,800 (varies by season, reservation required)
Reference: Mainichi Shimbun Travel “Mainichi Alpen-go”
4. [Return] Ougizawa Station → Shinano-Omachi Station
From Ougizawa Station, take Alpico Kotsu “Ougizawa Line” to Shinano-Omachi Station.
Travel time: about 35–45 minutes
Fare: ¥2,000 (revised 2026/4/15)
Bus TimetableFrom Ougizawa to Shinano-Omachi Station
| Ougizawa Station | Shinano-Omachi Station |
|---|---|
| 7:05 | 7:40 |
| 7:45 | 8:20 |
| 9:00 | 9:35 |
| 9:30 | 10:05 |
| 9:55 | 10:30 |
| 10:55 | 11:30 |
| 11:25 | 12:00 |
| 12:30 | 13:05 |
| 13:40 | 14:15 |
| 14:30 | 15:05 |
| 15:15 | 15:50 |
| 15:35 | 16:10 |
| 16:05 | 16:40 |
| 16:35 | 17:10 |
| 17:05 | 17:40 |
| 17:55 | 18:30 |
Reference: Alpico Kotsu | Shinano-Omachi Station – Ougizawa Station (Ougizawa Line)
5. [Return] Ougizawa Station → Nagano Station
From Ougizawa Station, take the Express Bus (Nagano – Omachi / Ougizawa) direct to Nagano Station East Exit.
Travel time: about 1 hour 45 minutes
Fare: ¥4,300
Bus TimetableFrom Ougizawa to Nagano Station
| Ougizawa Station | Nagano Station |
|---|---|
| 10:30 | 12:20 |
| 12:00 | 13:50 |
| 13:40 | 15:30 |
| 14:40 | 16:30 |
| 15:40 | 17:30 |
| 17:00 | 18:50 |
Reference: Alpico Kotsu | Express Bus Nagano – Omachi / Ougizawa
6. [Return] Ougizawa → Shinjuku Station
From Ougizawa, take the Mainichi Alpen-go (reservation required) to Shinjuku / Tokyo direction. Departure dates and schedules vary by date. For the latest information, please check the official page.
Travel time: about 3–5 hours
Fare: about ¥5,500 (varies by season, reservation required)
Reference: Mainichi Shimbun Travel “Mainichi Alpen-go”
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