Mt. Moiwa
Day HikeHokkaido(Hokkaido)
EasyDistance
5 km
Elevation Gain
500m
Max Elevation
531m
Duration
2.5h
Hokkaido(Hokkaido)
EasyDistance
5 km
Elevation Gain
500m
Max Elevation
531m
Duration
2.5h
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Sapporo's iconic city mountain with night view and nature trails.
Mt. Moiwa (531m) rises in the heart of Sapporo, offering one of Hokkaido's finest city panoramas and a surprisingly natural hiking experience just minutes from downtown. The forested trail climbs through a primeval forest designated as a natural monument, home to diverse wildlife including Ezo squirrels and woodpeckers. The summit provides a famous night view ranked among Japan's top three.
May to November, autumn foliage popular
Panoramic views of Sapporo cityscape; Top-three night view in Japan; Primeval forest with Ezo wildlife; Seasonal wildflowers along the trail; Views of Ishikari Bay and distant mountains
Take the Sapporo Streetcar to Ropeway Iriguchi Station, then walk 10 minutes to the ropeway base. Multiple trailheads are accessible by bus from Sapporo Station. The Moiwa Ropeway and mini cable car reach the summit.
Trails can be icy from November to April—crampons or spikes recommended in winter. Bears have been sighted occasionally—carry a bell. Some routes are steep and slippery when wet. The ropeway may close in strong winds.
Mt. Moiwa is rated as easy difficulty.
Mt. Moiwa is 5 km long.
The elevation gain on Mt. Moiwa is 500 meters.
Hiking Mt. Moiwa typically takes about 2.5 hours.
The best season to hike Mt. Moiwa is May to November, autumn foliage popular.
Mt. Moiwa is located in Hokkaido, Hokkaido region of Japan.
Mt. Moiwa is a day_hike trail.
Warnings for Mt. Moiwa: Trails can be icy from November to April—crampons or spikes recommended in winter. Bears have been sighted occasionally—carry a bell. Some routes are steep and slippery when wet. The ropeway may close in strong winds..
Access information for Mt. Moiwa: Take the Sapporo Streetcar to Ropeway Iriguchi Station, then walk 10 minutes to the ropeway base. Multiple trailheads are accessible by bus from Sapporo Station. The Moiwa Ropeway and mini cable car reach the summit..
The maximum elevation on Mt. Moiwa is 531 meters.
Mt. Moiwa is rated easy, making it accessible for hikers of that level.
For Mt. Moiwa, proper hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Check warnings: Trails can be icy from November to April—crampons or spikes recommended in winter. Bears have been sighted occasionally—carry a bell. Some routes are steep and slippery when wet. The ropeway may close in strong winds..
Highlights of Mt. Moiwa include: Panoramic views of Sapporo cityscape; Top-three night view in Japan; Primeval forest with Ezo wildlife; Seasonal wildflowers along the trail; Views of Ishikari Bay and distant mountains.
Access to Mt. Moiwa: Take the Sapporo Streetcar to Ropeway Iriguchi Station, then walk 10 minutes to the ropeway base. Multiple trailheads are accessible by bus from Sapporo Station. The Moiwa Ropeway and mini cable car reach the summit..
The best season for Mt. Moiwa is May to November, autumn foliage popular. Check conditions before hiking in winter.