Mt. Oyama

Mt. Oyama is rated as moderate difficulty.

Mt. Oyama is 7.5 km long.

The elevation gain on Mt. Oyama is 680 meters.

Hiking Mt. Oyama typically takes about 4.5 hours.

The best season to hike Mt. Oyama is Year-round, autumn foliage season popular.

Mt. Oyama is located in Kanagawa, Kanto region of Japan.

Mt. Oyama is a day_hike trail.

Warnings for Mt. Oyama: The summit trail is steep and rocky in sections. Trail can be icy in winter—crampons recommended December to March. Wild deer are common and can be aggressive during rutting season. Bring adequate water as there are limited sources above the shrine..

Access information for Mt. Oyama: Take the Odakyu Line from Shinjuku to Isehara Station (about 60 minutes), then a bus to Oyama Cable Station (about 25 minutes). A cable car runs to the lower shrine. By car, use the Tomei Expressway Atsugi IC..

The maximum elevation on Mt. Oyama is 1252 meters.

Mt. Oyama is rated moderate, making it accessible for hikers of that level.

For Mt. Oyama, proper hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Check warnings: The summit trail is steep and rocky in sections. Trail can be icy in winter—crampons recommended December to March. Wild deer are common and can be aggressive during rutting season. Bring adequate water as there are limited sources above the shrine..

Highlights of Mt. Oyama include: Oyama Afuri Shrine with panoramic terrace; Traditional tofu restaurant street (Koma-sando); Ancient cedar forests and stone monuments; Views of Sagami Bay and Enoshima; Night views of the Kanto Plain.

Access to Mt. Oyama: Take the Odakyu Line from Shinjuku to Isehara Station (about 60 minutes), then a bus to Oyama Cable Station (about 25 minutes). A cable car runs to the lower shrine. By car, use the Tomei Expressway Atsugi IC..

The best season for Mt. Oyama is Year-round, autumn foliage season popular. Check conditions before hiking in winter.