Best Hiking Spots in Japan
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I really like to explore the hidden and not so hidden hiking paths in Japan. The following list of my Top 10 Hiking Spots will give you a good start to explore one of the most fascinating countries in the world. The list covers mountain areas, islands, rough coastlines, lake areas and remote valleys. If this is not enough for you checkout hundreds of more destinations on this website.
- Overview of 10 Top Hiking Destinations in Japan:
- 1. Jomon Sugi (Yakushima)
- 2. Yakushima
- 3. Hakone National Park
- 4. Kiso Valley
- 5. Tanesashi Coast
- 6. Hakkoda Mountain Range
- 7. Shiobara Valley
- 8. Lake Chuzenji
- 9. Otama Walking Trail in Okutama
- 10. Mt. Takao
1. Jomon Sugi (Yakushima), Kagoshima Prefecture
Plan the whole day for this exhausting but rewarding hiking tour on Yakushima Island to one of the oldest trees in the world.
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2. Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture
Yakushima island is a natural wonder. The waterfall Senpiro-no-taki was my starting point for a nice round-tour. The place is quite an impressive site.
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3. Hakone National Park, Kanagawa Prefecture
Lake Ashinoko located within the Hakone National Park offers a great hiking path along its shore line.
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4. Kiso Valley, Nagano Prefecture
The Kiso Valley is located in the Nagano prefecture. Plan 2 days for a tour from Tsumago to Magome. It is also worth to stay overnight in a Ryokan(traditional Japanese inn).
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5. Tanesashi Coast, Aomori Prefecture
This rocky coastline of the Aomori prefecture along the pacific ocean is a hiking paradise.
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6. Hakkoda Mountain Range, Aomori Prefecture
Easy accessible from the city Aomori the Hakkoda Mountain Range offers great nature and the highest point is Mount Ō with 1584m.
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7. Shiobara Valley, Tochigi Prefecture
This hiking and onsen area is very popular for stressed people from Tokyo. It is the perfect weekend getaway.
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8. Lake Chuzenji, Tochigi Prefecture
Close to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nikko you will find this beautiful lake. Dont forget to make a stop at the Kegon Waterfall.
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9. Okutama, Tokyo Metropolis
Just 1,5hrs away by local train from Tokyo the hiking area along the river Tamagawa offers great views and beautiful nature.
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10. Mt. Takao, Tokyo Metropolis
Mt. Takao is only 599m high but offers great views over the Yokohama and Tokyo area. On the weekends it can be really crowded there, but it is definitely worth a visit.
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