Daisen (Tottori Prefecture)

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Daisen (Tottori Prefecture)

The highest peak in the Chugoku District with marvelous scenery all year round.

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At 1709m above sea level, this is the highest peak of a polygenetic volcano in the Chugoku District. Selected into Japan’s 100 great Mountains and Japan’s 100 Scenic Places, it is the symbol of Tottori and is designated as the Daisen Oki National Park, which includes the surrounding Hiruzen Area, Oki Island, Shimane Peninsula, and Mt. Sanbe Area.

Seen from Yonago City on the west, Daisen is in a cone shape with the bottom spreading out, which earned the nickname of Hoki Fuji. From Daisen Town, you see the north wall in a screen shape created by Japan’s largest lava dome. From Kofu Town, the jagged south wall. Each direction gives a different view of Mt. Daisen.

The largest beech forest in western Japan covers the area between 800 m to 1300 m above sea level, where people come to trek or climb during a green season. The fall colors and snowscape are divine and selected into the best 3 in the ranking of famous peaks in Japan.

The Daisen area is known for its spectacular stars. You can enjoy Mt. Daisen and starry night in guided tours or picture-taking tours.

Highlights

  • The famous mountain with changing views depending on locations and seasons.
  • The climbing season begins on the 1st Sunday of June, lasting until early November.
  • If you climb, submit a “Mountaineering Report” and “Climbing Down a Mountain Report.”

Photos

  • The west side of Daisen looks like Mt. Fuji

    The west side of Daisen looks like Mt. Fuji

  • The sea of clouds viewed from the top

    The sea of clouds viewed from the top

  • The hiking trail is laid out

    The hiking trail is laid out

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Details

Name in Japanese
大山
Postal Code
689-3318
Address
45-5 Daisen, Daisencho, Saihakugun, Tottori (Daisen-cho tourist information center)
Telephone
0859-52-2502 (Daisen-cho tourist information center)
Hours
Visit any time
Directions
1) Trail Entrance: From JR Yonago Station, ride the Nihon Kotsu Bus for 50 min. and get off at Daisenji Stop.
2) Trail Entrance: From Yonago Expressway’s Yonago Interchange, drive for 20 min.