Mt.Kitadake, at an altitude of 3,193 meters, takes second place in Japan for highest summit, following Mt.Fuji. Its iconic triangular shape makes it the principal of the Japan Minami (Southern) Alps Mountains. Many hikers long for standing on the top one day.

The climbing route is quite hard with and uphill. But the adorable alpine flowers blooming along the trail will cheer you up! Above the forest line, there is nothing in your way or block your sight. You can enjoy walking in the heavenly skies with panoramic view on a clear day.

Season available : From mid June to Oct.

Trail distance : 15 km

Altitude difference : 1,700 m

Level ★★★★★

Day 1

(Depart at Tokyo (Shinjuku) in the day before and 1.5 hours by train, stay in Kofu. *ref. Location and Access )

4:30 Meet at Kofu station (by guide's car or a local bus)

6:30 Arrive at Hirogawara  & start the hike

14:30 Arrive at Kitadake Katanokoya hut

Lodging at Kitadake Katanokoya hut

Day 2

5:30 Start at Kitadake Katanokoya hut

6:30 The top of Mt.Kitadake.

13:30 Return to Hirogawara.

16:00 Arrive back to Kofu station.

*Accommodation can be arranged before and after the tour.

1 person : USD700

2 - 6 people : Add USD50 per person

Over 6 people : Negotiable

What’s included

Guiding fee

What’s not included

Transportation for a local bus = JPY2,700 per person for one-way (2025 season)

Accommodation at Kitadake Katanokoya hut = JPY13,000 per person, with two meals inc. tax (2025 season)

Guide expense : transportation, accommodation

*Prices mentioned above are currently applicable and subject to change without notice.

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