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Kamikochi to Myojin Pond
Day HikeMyojin Pond loop from Kappa Bridge: about 5.5 km and 2 hours walking, plus pond visits and breaks. Pond admission: adults ¥500, elementary pupils ¥200.
Chubu5.5km2h
Easy
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Easy autumn hikes in Japan
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Use this page when your hiking search starts with both effort level and timing, such as easy autumn hikes near a city base or difficult summer routes in the Japan Alps. Combining difficulty with season keeps the page focused on practical planning.
The 24 trails below are selected from published best-season notes. Compare distance, elevation gain, duration, and transit access alongside the season label, then step back to all trails, day hikes, or regional pages if you need a wider route shortlist.
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Mt. Takao
Day HikeTokyo's most popular day hike with multiple trails and a summit temple.
Kanto7km3h400m
Easy
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Mt. Yoshino
Day HikeFamous cherry blossom mountain in Nara with 30,000 trees and historic temples.
Kansai9km4h500m
Easy
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Mt. Kirishima (Takachiho-no-mine)
Day HikeMythical peak where the gods descended, with a bronze spear at the summit.
Kyushu6km4h600m
Easy