Kyushu 100 Famous Mountains Archives

Mt. Kujū (九重山)

Mt. Kujū (Nakadake 1,791 m, Oita) is the highest peak in Kyushu mainland, a hyakumeizan volcanic massif. Kyushu Yokodan Bus (Oct 1, 2025 PDF verified) directly serves Makinoto Pass & Chōjabaru from Kumamoto/Aso/Yufuin/Beppu. Day-trip Kujū-san (5h30m) or 2-day traverse via Nakadake + Hokkein Onsen Hut + Bōgatsuru. Famous for Miyama-kirishima azaleas (June) & autumn colours.

22.05.2026

Oita(大分)

Mt. Kaimon (開聞岳)

Mt. Kaimon (924 m, Kagoshima) — the 'Satsuma Fuji' is the southernmost and lowest of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. JR Kaimon Station is a 20-min walk from the trailhead; the iconic spiral trail leads to the summit in about 5 hours round-trip. Rail-only public transport access.

19.05.2026

Kagoshima(鹿児島)

Mt. Miyanoura (宮之浦岳)

Mt. Miyanoura is a 1,936m peak located in the central part of Yakushima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture. The entire island ...

18.05.2026

Kagoshima(鹿児島)

Mt. Fukuchi (福智山)

Mt. Fukuchiyama is a 900.6m peak located in Fukuoka Prefecture. It is the highest mountain in the Kitakyushu area and is...

18.05.2026

Fukuoka