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Hiking Trails in Japan

Day hikes, multi-day treks, pilgrimages, and alpine routes across Japan

From sacred pilgrimages along the Kumano Kodo to alpine traverses in the Japanese Alps, Japan offers some of Asia's most rewarding hiking experiences. The country's 70% mountain terrain means trails range from gentle forest walks near hot spring towns to challenging multi-day ridge routes above 3,000 meters. Our trail database includes difficulty ratings, elevation profiles, estimated duration, trailhead access, and seasonal conditions. Whether you're planning a weekend day hike near Tokyo or a week-long trek through the Northern Alps, filter by difficulty, type, and region to find your perfect trail.

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70 trails found

Iriomote Pinaisara Falls - Nature Walk

Iriomote Pinaisara Falls

Subtropical jungle trail to Okinawa's tallest waterfall on Iriomote Island.

Okinawa5km3h150m

Mt. Tsukuba - Day Hike

Mt. Tsukuba

Twin-peaked mountain in Ibaraki with panoramic views and a cable car.

Kanto6km3.5h610m

Mt. Mitake - Day Hike

Mt. Mitake

Sacred mountain in western Tokyo with a mountaintop shrine and rock garden trail.

Nokogiriyama - Day Hike

Nokogiriyama

Unique saw-toothed mountain in Chiba with a cliff lookout and giant Buddha carving.

Kanto5.5km3h330m

Mt. Oyama - Day Hike

Mt. Oyama

Historic pilgrimage mountain in Kanagawa with shrine and tofu cuisine.

Kanto7.5km4.5h680m

Mt. Kaimon - Day Hike

Mt. Kaimon

Perfectly conical volcano at the southern tip of Kyushu, known as Satsuma Fuji.

Kyushu8km5h830m

Mt. Aso Nakadake - Day Hike

Mt. Aso Nakadake

Active volcanic crater hike in the world's largest caldera.

Kyushu6km3h350m

Mt. Daisen - Day Hike

Mt. Daisen

The tallest peak in the Chugoku region, known as Hoki Fuji.

Chugoku7km5.5h900m

Mt. Rokko - Day Hike

Mt. Rokko

Popular Kobe day hike with city and sea views, birthplace of Japanese mountaineering.

Kansai12km5h850m

Mt. Hiei - Day Hike

Mt. Hiei

Sacred mountain between Kyoto and Shiga, home to Enryakuji Temple.

Kansai10km4.5h700m