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Hakkoda Mountain

青森県

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Tourist Information of This Area

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One of Japan's 100 famous mountains, with Mt. Otake as its main peak.

Hakkoda Mountain is a collective term for 18 peaks and is selected as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. Beautiful valleys and beech forests can be seen, and the popular walking course allows for viewing of wetland and alpine plants. It is one of the world's leading heavy snowfall areas, and is famous for the "Hakkoda Snow March Disaster" that occurred in 1902.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

Point 1

Enjoy the Beautiful Nature of Mt. Hakkoda

Mt. Hakkoda is a place where you can enjoy the beautiful nature of each season. In spring, you can see fresh greenery, in summer, alpine plants, in autumn, colorful leaves, and in winter, a snowy landscape. It can be used as a summer resort and you may be able to see frost-covered trees in winter. You can also enjoy outdoor sports such as trekking, hiking, skiing, and snowboarding. Whether you want to just see or experience it, let's experience the nature of Mt. Hakkoda with all five senses!

Point 2

Enjoy Spectacular Views on the Hakkoda Ropeway

The Hakkoda Ropeway is a convenient means of transportation that allows easy access from the foot of Mt. Hakkoda to its summit. From the summit, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Aomori City, the Tsugaru Peninsula, and the Pacific Ocean. The view is particularly stunning during the autumn foliage season, attracting many tourists from both inside and outside the prefecture. Inside the ropeway, staff members provide explanations about the scenery visible from the ropeway. Let's ride the ropeway and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Hakkoda.

Point 3

Explore Tourist Spots around Mt. Hakkoda

There are many tourist spots around Mt. Hakkoda, such as the Oirase Stream, Lake Towada, and Hirosaki Castle. Aomori's nature is relatively untouched by human intervention, allowing you to enjoy Japan's original scenery as it is. In addition, seasonal events such as the Nebuta Festival and Sakura Festival are held in Aomori City. Let's not only visit Mt. Hakkoda, but also explore the surrounding tourist spots and fully enjoy the charm of Aomori.

Point 4

Relax at Accommodations around Mt. Hakkoda

There are various types of accommodations around Mt. Hakkoda, including hotels, ryokans, and minshukus. Especially, hot springs such as "Sukayu Onsen," "Towada Onsen," and "Sarukura Onsen" can heal tired bodies from Mt. Hakkoda. The "Senjin-no-Yu" communal bath at "Sukayu Onsen" can be expected to have therapeutic effects as it was once a national health resort. For those who want to stay at a hotel, how about "Hakkoda Hotel"? After hiking in Mt. Hakkoda, it's also nice to relax in a quiet environment surrounded by nature.

Point 5

Enjoy Delicious Food around Mt. Hakkoda

There are many delicious foods around Mt. Hakkoda, such as Aomori's local cuisine and yakitori. Aomori is surrounded by the sea on three sides, so you can enjoy both the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan. Oma's tuna is famous nationwide. You can reach Aomori City within an hour by car from Mt. Hakkoda. There are also many restaurants around Aomori Station where you can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients. There are also many recommended lunch spots. Enjoy delicious food and make your trip even more enjoyable.

Access

Bus Available from Aomori Station!

If you want to go to Mt. Hakkoda using public transportation, you can take a bus from Aomori Station. During the summer, buses run every 60 minutes, and during the winter, they run every 80 minutes. In the winter, there is also a bus that runs every 15 minutes to the Sukayu Onsen, which stops at the Hakkoda Ropeway Station on the way. If you are traveling by car, get off at one of the Aomori IC, Aomori Chuo IC, or Aomori Higashi IC on the Tohoku Expressway and proceed on Route 103. It takes about 30 minutes from each IC.

Fee

The Round-Trip Fare for the Ropeway is 2,000 Yen for Adults!

The fare for the Hakkoda Mountains Ropeway is 1,250 yen for adults and 450 yen for elementary school students for a one-way trip. Round-trip tickets are a bit more economical, costing 2,000 yen for adults and 700 yen for elementary school students. The ropeway runs at intervals of about 15-20 minutes. During the autumn foliage season and snow season, the ropeway can be very crowded, so it's recommended to go during less busy times such as early in the morning.

Required time

Take About an Hour for a Summit Walk

The Hakkoda Mountain Ropeway takes about 10 minutes one way. When you arrive at the summit, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Mt. Hakkoda from the summit station. If you return without taking a walk on the summit promenade, the total time required will be about 30 minutes. If you take a walk on the summit promenade after leaving the summit station, it will take an additional 1 to 1.5 hours. There are two courses on the summit promenade, so please choose according to your physical strength and time. The summit becomes difficult to walk on, such as when snow accumulates from late October, so be sure to wear sneakers or trekking shoes.

Basic Information

Address

030-0955 Komagome Fukasawa, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture Hakkoda Mountain

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