Japan's Top 100 Mountains: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Climb

An independent peak affectionately known as Rishiri Fuji. A precious northernmost hundred famous mountains in Japan.

The highest peak in the Shiretoko Peninsula and a World Heritage mountain. Climbing from Rausu Onsen is common.

A famous peak on the Shiretoko Peninsula. Enjoy the view from Shari Town and the magnificent scenery overlooking the Sea of Okhotsk.

Accessible from Me-Akan Onsen. Popular as an active volcano overlooking Lake Akan.

The mountain range containing Hokkaido's highest peak. Its summer flower fields are spectacular as a treasure trove of alpine plants.

A remote area of the Daisetsuzan mountain range. The long approach from Tomuraushi Onsen is impressive.

An active volcano in the Daisetsuzan mountain range. The views from Biei Town and hot springs are attractive.

The highest peak of the Hidaka Mountains. A hidden peak in Hokkaido meaning 'large mountain' in Ainu.

A beloved independent peak, also known as Ezo Fuji. Its beautifully balanced conical shape is striking.

An independent peak nicknamed Tsugaru Fuji. Famous for the view from Hirosaki Castle and Iwaki-yama Shrine.

A mountain range visible from Aomori city. A tourist destination known for its rime ice and hot springs.

Famous for its hot springs and the Aspite Line. Its gentle slopes and beautiful wetlands are attractive.

The highest peak in Iwate Prefecture. Its elegant appearance, known as Nanbu Kata Fuji, is captivating.

The highest peak in the Kitakami Mountains. Characterized by its alpine plants and serpentinite terrain.

An independent peak nicknamed "Dewasansan". Accessible via the Chokai Blue Line.

The main peak of Dewa Sanzan. A sacred mountain known for Gassan skiing and alpine plants.

The main peak of the Asahi Mountain Range. Enjoy the natural beauty woven by beech forests and alpine plants.

Famous for the Zao Onsen Ski Resort. You can enjoy the superb views of the snow monsters and the crater lake Okama.

A mountain range forming the backbone of Tohoku. A flower-rich mountain with Mt. Iide-honzan as its main peak.

The crater lake Goshikinuma of Mt. Itsu-ketsu is a superb view. A famous mountain in Fukushima with abundant hot springs.

The 'true sky' famous from Chieko Sho. A famous mountain in Fukushima to enjoy autumn leaves and hot springs.

A famous peak known as Mt. Aizu-Bandai. The view overlooking Lake Inawashiro is magnificent.

Affectionately known as Aizu-koma. Its beauty is characterized by high-altitude marshes such as Komano-oike.

An active volcano adjacent to the Nasu Onsenkyo hot spring resort. The shape of Mt. Chausu and the hot springs are attractive.

A famous mountain called 'Fuji of the West, Tsukuba of the East'. Enjoy the view and climbing from Tsukuba City.

Overlooking the wetlands as the highest peak of Oze. It boasts the majesty of the highest peak in the Tohoku region.

A famous peak in Oze and a sanctuary for alpine plants. Rare flowers unique to serpentine rock can be observed.

Affectionately known as Jōshū Taka-dake. Access from Kawaba Ski Resort is common.

A symbol of Jōshū. Known for the scenic beauty of Akagi Shrine and Lake Ono.

A sacred mountain towering over the shores of Lake Chuzenji. Revered as the sacred body of Nikko Futarasan Shrine.

The highest peak north of the Kanto region. Its white slopes and magnificent views captivate climbers.

Known for its difficult approach from the Sky Bridge. The view from Numata City is beautiful.

The leader of the Echigo Sanzan. Accessible by Komagatake Ropeway for enjoying the view.

Occupying one corner of the Echigo Sanzan mountains, it has a flat summit. Characterized by the beauty of its wetlands and tarns.

One of the Echigo Sanzan. Popular for its alpine wetlands and good views from the summit.

The leading peak of the Tanigawa mountain range. Climbing using the ropeway from Tenjinaira is popular.

Mountain in a marshland on the border of Joetsu. Enjoy the summit marshland with access from Kagura Ski Resort.

A prominent peak in the Kaiya mountain range. Known for its beautiful autumn foliage and popular as a famous mountain in Shin'etsu.

A beautiful peak known as 'Echigo Fuji'. Climbing from Myoko Kogen is common.

A famous peak with one of Japan's largest high-altitude wetlands. Also valuable as a habitat for ptarmigans.

The highest peak of the Togakushi Range. Popular with advanced climbers for its steep rocky ridges and good views.

An active volcano adjacent to Kusatsu Onsen. The beautiful emerald green of the Yugama crater is impressive.

Affectionately known as Mt. Azuma Sugadaira. Easily accessible from highland resorts.

Visible from Karuizawa as an active volcano. Also known for the Asama-Sanso Incident.

A sharp peak in Okuchichibu. The rocky ridge climb from Ryokamiso is impressive.

Located at the border of Koshu, Bushu, and Shinshu. It reigns as the leader of Okuchichibu.

Reigning as the leader of Okuchichibu. Popular for the spectacle of Gojoiwa rock and its excellent views.

Famous for rock climbing from Mizugaki Sanso as a rocky peak in Okuchichibu. Impressive for its granite rock formations.

The leading peak of Okutama as the highest peak in Tokyo. Climbing from Sanjo-no-yu is common.

A famous mountain in Okuchichibu known for Daibosatsu Pass. Offers views of Mt. Fuji and ridge walking.

A mountain range including the highest peak in Kanagawa Prefecture. Offers an authentic mountain experience close to the city center.

The highest peak in Japan, with the shortest climbing route from the Fujinomiya entrance. A famous mountain and World Cultural Heritage site.

A volcanic group including the highest peak of the Izu Peninsula. Famous for the literature of 'Amagi Goe' and its natural beauty.

The queen of the Northern Japan Alps. The Hakuba Daisekkei (great snow ravine) and its paradise of alpine plants fascinate climbers.

A part of the Northern Japan Alps. The view of the Hakuba Sanzan from Mt. Goryu is superb.

A famous peak in the Northern Alps, alongside Mt. Tateyama and Mt. Tsurugi. Its beautiful twin-peaked silhouette is impressive.

The most challenging rocky peak in the Northern Alps. Rock climbing from Tsurugizawa is a dream for advanced climbers.

A general term for the Tateyama Mountain Range. Climbing Mt. Oyama from Murodo-daira is a representative hike in Toyama.

A sacred mountain derived from the worship of Yakushi Nyorai. The flower fields and views of Yakushidaira are wonderful.

A quiet mountain in the depths of the Hida Mountains. The mysterious atmosphere of the headwaters of the Kurobe River is attractive.

The furthest mountain in the Ura-Ginza course. The view from Suisho-goya and the serene mountain climb are attractive.

A key point on the Ura-Ginza course. Its mountain shape, resembling an eagle spreading its wings, is impressive.

A pointed peak called the Matterhorn of Japan. The view from Yarigatake Sanso is superb.

Home to the highest peak in the Northern Alps, Mt. Oku-Hotaka. The view from Kamikochi is beautiful.

Famous for its view of Mt. Yari from Jonen Hut. A key point on the Omote Ginza route of the Northern Alps.

Beautifully shaped like a hat when viewed from Kamikochi. Popular as an observation point for the Yari-Hotaka mountain range.

A famous peak in the Northern Alps that emits smoke as an active volcano. The view from Kamikochi is beautiful.

A famous peak at the southern end of the Hida Mountains. Popular as a 3000m peak accessible by car to Tatamidaira.

A highland developed as Utsukushigahara Kogen. The 360-degree view from Wangatake is spectacular.

A gentle mountain known for its highland beauty. The daylilies of Kirigamine Kogen are famous.

A beautiful conical peak with the nickname 'Suwa Fuji'. It adorns the northern end of the Yatsugatake mountain range.

The highest peak in the Yatsugatake mountain range. The icefalls from Akadake Kosen and alpine plants are attractive.

Worshipped as Mt. Ontake of Kiso. A climbing route is maintained from Otaki Village.

The lord of the Central Alps. Easily accessible by the Komagatake Ropeway

A magnificent peak in the southern part of the Central Alps. Accessible by ropeway from Komagane Kogen.

A beautiful peak, the southernmost of the Central Alps. Accessible via the Enasan Ropeway.

A white rocky peak in the northern part of the Southern Alps. A famous mountain in Yamanashi, bearing the name of Kai.

An elegant mountain shape called the Queen of the Southern Alps. The beauty of Senjo Cirque is impressive.

A general term for the Hoo Sanzan. The obelisk on Mt. Jizo is an impressive landmark.

Japan's second-highest peak. As the main peak of Shiramine Sanzan, it is the leader of the Southern Alps.

A quiet mountain in the northern part of the Southern Alps. Important as a connecting point for the traverse of Shiramine Sanzan.

A panoramic peak in the deep southern part of the Southern Alps. The view of Mt. Fuji from Shiomi Hut is superb.

A quiet mountain in the southern part of the Southern Alps. Enjoy a full-scale traverse of the Arakawa Sanzan.

The leader of the southern Southern Alps. Located deep in the mountains, it offers authentic traverse climbing.

A deep mountain in the southern part of the Southern Alps. You can enjoy the view from Hijiri-daira and a serene mountain climb.

A beautiful peak at the southernmost tip of the Southern Alps. The view from Ko-goya and the primeval forest are impressive.

One of Japan's three most famous mountains. It is worshipped as the sacred body of Hakusan Hime Shrine.

The only one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains in Fukui Prefecture. Popular for its views from Echizen Daibutsu and as a mountain of flowers.

Affectionately known as the highest peak in Kansai. Accessible via the Ibuki Driveway.

Covered in primeval forests, known as the roof of Kinki. Accessible to near the summit via the Odaigahara Driveway.

It boasts Mt. Hachikengadake, the highest peak in the Kinki region. It has a deep history as a sacred place for Shugendo.

The highest peak in the Chugoku region. Climbing from Daisenji and the view of San'in are superb.

The second highest peak in Shikoku. Enjoy primeval forests and alpine plants, among the best in western Japan.

The roof of Western Japan as the highest peak in Shikoku. Famous for climbing the鎖場 (chain sections) of Ishizuchi Shrine.

A group of volcanoes also called Kujū Renzen. It includes Mt. Nakadake, the highest peak on Kyushu mainland.

A magnificent peak in the Kyushu Mountains. Covered with primeval forests as the center of the Sobo-Katamuki Quasi-National Park.

An active volcano boasting one of the world's largest calderas. The scenery of Kusasenri is beautiful.

A collective term for the Kirishima mountain range. A group of volcanoes with Mt. Karakuni as the main peak, rich in hot springs.

An independent peak with the beautiful name of Satsuma Fuji. Its beautiful mountain shape from Ibusuki Onsen is impressive.

Popular as an extension of the Jomon Sugi hike as the highest peak of Yakushima. It passes through the World Heritage forest.