Hakkodasan (Hakkoda Mountains)

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Hakkodasan (Hakkoda Mountains)

One of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains with marvelous scenery in each season and leisure activities.

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Hakkodasan, one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains, is the collective name of the multiple mountains in southern Aomori City. The main one is Mt. Otake, 1,585m above sea level, with Takada-Odake, Idodake, Akakuradake, and ten mountains all consist of North Hakkoda. Six mountains including Kushigamine consist of South Hakkoda. Hakkoda Ropeway takes you up to the Sancho-koen Station, where alpine plants bloom all over Mt. Tamoyachi as well as many delightful ponds dot the area.

Hiking courses go right through the magnificent nature in 30 minutes, 60 minutes or two and a half hours. Choose the one which matches your strength. If you wish to go rock climbing, there is Odake Rock Climbing Course. In summer, a hiking or rock climbing, In fall, viewing autumn leaves, from winter to spring, mountain skiing - leisure is available throughout the year. Don’t forget to see ice trees in winter.

Hakkodasan sits in the Nasu Volcanic Zone with hot springs in the neighborhood. The Sukayu Onsen is especially famous as a therapeutic hot spring from the Edo Period and the first designated national hot spring health resort. After a workout of hiking or skiing, take time to kick back in the hot spring.

Highlights

  • Hakkoda is not the name of one mountain but the collective name of 17 mountains.
  • You can enjoy casual hiking or real rock climbing.
  • Mountain skiing available in winter.
  • Hot spring inns are in the neighborhood.

Photos

  • Majestic scenery at the heart of nature

    Majestic scenery at the heart of nature

  • In summer, enjoy hiking or rock climbing

    In summer, enjoy hiking or rock climbing

  • Abundant alpine plants blooming in the area

    Abundant alpine plants blooming in the area

Reviews

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  • Hakkoda Mountains are perfect if you want to spend a relaxing time away from the crowds.

  • Hakkoda Mountains are perfect for autumn foliage viewing, and in winter, you get to see the amazing snow monsters. It's a super popular spot!

Details

Name in Japanese
八甲田山
Postal Code
030-0955
Address
Fukazawa, Komagome, Aomori City, Aomori
Telephone
017-734-5153 (Aomori Tourist Information Center)
Closed
Open every day
Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free
Directions
From JR Aomori Station of any line, ride the JR Bus, get off at the Hakkoda Ropeway Ekimae Stop (The boarding place for the ropeway)
Official Website
Official Website (English)