Aomori(青森)
Aomori(青森) has 3 mountains you can reach using only public transport — trains and buses. 2 of them are among Japan's 100 Famous Mountains. Popular choices include Mt. Hakkōda, Mt. Iwaki and Mt. Shirakami. Each guide shows the route from the nearest station to the trailhead, with up-to-date bus timetables.
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Bordering prefectures include Iwate(岩手) and Akita(秋田).
Mountains in Aomori(青森) — Map
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A Tohoku classic with Japan's finest wetland-and-foliage scenery at Kenashinotai, and a soak in Sukayu Onsen waiting at the descent.
The graceful Tsugaru Fuji and sacred heart of Tsugaru, with the Iwakisan Shrine inner sanctum enshrined at the summit.
The highest point of UNESCO World Heritage Shirakami-Sanchi, a summit of virgin Buna forest with a refuge hut just below the top.