The Best Trails in Hokkaidō (Japan)

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Photo of Sounkyo Gorge to Asahidake Onsen Photo of Soranuma-dake 空沼岳 Photo of Tokachi-dake & Biei-dake, Loop from Hakuginso
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  • Sounkyo Gorge to Asahidake Onsen

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    near Sounkyo Gorge, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    Heinrich Rotkiefer
    Distance
    11.76mi
    Elevation +
    5666f
    TrailRank
    60
    Photo ofSounkyo Gorge to Asahidake Onsen Photo ofSounkyo Gorge to Asahidake Onsen Photo ofSounkyo Gorge to Asahidake Onsen

    Very scenic trail, super beautiful! I took the ropeway and lift to safe about 3 hrs of climbing (¥ 1,900) and the ropeway at Asahidake (¥ 2,000), however, there are also trails so that you can walk the whole way if you h...

  • Soranuma-dake 空沼岳

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    near Makomanaigoryō, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    Heinrich Rotkiefer
    Distance
    13.62mi
    Elevation +
    3281f
    TrailRank
    59
    Photo ofSoranuma-dake 空沼岳 Photo ofSoranuma-dake 空沼岳 Photo ofSoranuma-dake 空沼岳

    Quite long and partly muddy trail but very easy to trek, not many steep parts, mostly gently ascending; many beautiful small rivers, two ponds and one little waterfall, perfect for a day hike; access very easy and fast f...

  • Tokachi-dake & Biei-dake, Loop from Hakuginso

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    near Kami-furano, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    Heinrich Rotkiefer
    Distance
    11.73mi
    Elevation +
    4984f
    TrailRank
    59
    Photo ofTokachi-dake & Biei-dake, Loop from Hakuginso Photo ofTokachi-dake & Biei-dake, Loop from Hakuginso Photo ofTokachi-dake & Biei-dake, Loop from Hakuginso

    Climbing up Tokachi-dake for my taste a bit too monoton as there are just grey rocks, stones and sand most of the trail; the descent from Biei-dake was much more interesting; the part between the two mountains was quite ...

  • Sandan-yama & Furano-dake

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    near Kami-furano, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    Heinrich Rotkiefer
    Distance
    11.85mi
    Elevation +
    4711f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofSandan-yama & Furano-dake Photo ofSandan-yama & Furano-dake Photo ofSandan-yama & Furano-dake

    Very scenic and beautiful trail; many wild flowers and great views; I walked the way back from Tokachidake Onsen, however, you can also take the but that runs four times a day

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  • Sounkyo Kurodake - part 2

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    near Asahidake Onsen, Hokkaidō (Japan)
    Author
    Ronin72
    Distance
    10.50mi
    Elevation +
    2224f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 2 Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 2 Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 2

    This part is also called the Ohatidaira circuit. You can walk around this big caldera. I did it counterclockwise. Just before the path to Hokuchin-dake there was a steep snow slope so I needed to kick my way up. I did ...

  • Sukoton - Akaiwa (Rebun Island)

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    near Sukoton, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    SeahorseShark
    Distance
    13.08mi
    Elevation +
    1850f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofSukoton - Akaiwa (Rebun Island) Photo ofSukoton - Akaiwa (Rebun Island) Photo ofSukoton - Akaiwa (Rebun Island)

    Just the most beautiful trail! The most part of the trail is along the road, sometimes with a sidewalk. Amazing views everywhere. Some parts are not doable because of the landslides and extremely strong wind (literally m...

  • Mt. Yotei by South Face

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    near Makkari, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    7.46mi
    Elevation +
    5046f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMt. Yotei by South Face Photo ofMt. Yotei by South Face Photo ofMt. Yotei by South Face

    Starting at Makkari camping area we face the summit in straight line to the North reaching almost the highest point of the crater, 1850mts. Once we reach the clear in the forrest we keep looking always the ridge on the E...

  • Lake Kuttara loop

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    near Karurusu, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    mel.malinowski
    Distance
    5.55mi
    Elevation +
    797f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofLake Kuttara loop Photo ofLake Kuttara loop Photo ofLake Kuttara loop

    From Noboribetsu onsen up the road 4 km to lake overview, with optimal side excursion. Pretty, little traffic. Steady, easy climb 800 feet, so requires some stamina.

  • Mt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Kyogoku Route

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    near Kyōgoku, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    7.23mi
    Elevation +
    3199f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Kyogoku Route Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Kyogoku Route Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Kyogoku Route

    Climbing Yotei-Zan from NE aspect. Nice mellow touring at the begging that starts getting steepest arriving at the end of the trees line. Like almost every volcano is affected by the wind on the summit so depends on the ...

  • Mt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Hangetsu 半月湖

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    near Hirafu, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    7.87mi
    Elevation +
    5446f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Hangetsu 半月湖 Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Hangetsu 半月湖 Photo ofMt. Yotei-Zan (羊蹄山) Hangetsu 半月湖

    Because of the snow conditions during a heavy snowfall winter we found it really nice walk to the top. Starting at the Hangetsu Lake parking lot follow the road up to the summer campground where we start walking above...

  • Sounkyo Kurodake - part 1

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    near Sounkyo Gorge, Hokkaidō (Japan)
    Author
    Ronin72
    Distance
    4.32mi
    Elevation +
    3163f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 1 Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 1 Photo ofSounkyo Kurodake - part 1

    Start in Sounkyo onsen with gondola and chairlift. The climb to Kuro-dake is very popular so it is well maintained and has lots of wooden steps. Now it was difficult due to lots of snow on the track. Once up Kuro-dake it...

  • Tokachidake (十勝岳)

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    near Kami-furano, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    3.45mi
    Elevation +
    3350f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofTokachidake (十勝岳) Photo ofTokachidake (十勝岳) Photo ofTokachidake (十勝岳)

    One of the icons of Daitsetsuzan National Park with his 2,077mts. and all the craters around letting us know that the earth is more alive than we think. As far central Hokkaido and all Tokachidake range was the coldes...

  • Mt. Konbu (昆布岳) from North face

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    near Niseko Town, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    8.60mi
    Elevation +
    2700f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofMt. Konbu (昆布岳) from North face Photo ofMt. Konbu (昆布岳) from North face Photo ofMt. Konbu (昆布岳) from North face

    Another spring touring scenic view of Shiribeshi prefecture area. Because we went in spring there was enough space to park beside the road, consider that if you go during winter it might be harder to park without inte...

  • Niseko Range

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    near Kabayama, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    19.97mi
    Elevation +
    9167f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofNiseko Range Photo ofNiseko Range Photo ofNiseko Range

    The beautiful traverse of the Niseko Range goes through the home of Niseko United towards the Japanese Sea. It´s usually meant to be done in two days but if you go light and in a good fit, it´s possible to do it in on...

  • Iwanai-dake 岩内岳 (1085m)

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    near Iwanai, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    4.14mi
    Elevation +
    2785f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofIwanai-dake 岩内岳 (1085m) Photo ofIwanai-dake 岩内岳 (1085m) Photo ofIwanai-dake 岩内岳 (1085m)

    Probably one of the most scenic backcountry routes around. Nice hike up through the summer trail to arrive at the peak where you can staring all the Niseko Panorama Range to ski down on the slopes of the ski resort. I...

  • Mount Tsurugi - Hokkaido (剣山-北海道)

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    near Hōtoku, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    4.65mi
    Elevation +
    2418f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofMount Tsurugi - Hokkaido (剣山-北海道) Photo ofMount Tsurugi - Hokkaido (剣山-北海道) Photo ofMount Tsurugi - Hokkaido (剣山-北海道)

    🇬🇧 Incredible one day trek for those with some experience in their background. Normal hike at the beginning with a gentle but constant altitude progression that gets stepper at the end with some iron stair and ropes to...

  • Kokimobetsu-dake (小喜茂別岳)

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    near Kawakami, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    4.01mi
    Elevation +
    1542f
    TrailRank
    31| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKokimobetsu-dake (小喜茂別岳) Photo ofKokimobetsu-dake (小喜茂別岳) Photo ofKokimobetsu-dake (小喜茂別岳)

    Mellow backcountry route to start with or just to have a relax day outside enjoying a incredible panoramic were you can appreciate of Rusutsu, Shiribetsu-dake, Mt. Yotei and Niseko Annupuri (Niseko United). The beginn...

    We've skied Kokimobetsu-dake a few times, and we'd agree - it's a fantastic beginner-friendly route. A great way to get ...
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  • Asahidake

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    near Taromappu, Hokkaidō (Japan)
    Author
    jlcuevas
    Distance
    4.05mi
    Elevation +
    2572f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofAsahidake Photo ofAsahidake

    An easy and wonderful hike. The trail departing from the cable car station is so absolutely obvious that this track could only be of some help under thick fog conditions.

  • Momoiwa trail

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    near Irifune, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    SeahorseShark
    Distance
    3.55mi
    Elevation +
    587f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofMomoiwa trail Photo ofMomoiwa trail Photo ofMomoiwa trail

    The most picturesque ever trail. But quite thrilling due to some facts. No one on the road. Very strong wind. Landslides. A pity that I didn't complete the itinerary, - there are only two ferry boats per day in winter an...

  • Mount Yotei, almost

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    near Kyōgoku, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    machbohu
    Distance
    6.01mi
    Elevation +
    3684f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofMount Yotei, almost Photo ofMount Yotei, almost Photo ofMount Yotei, almost

    We were lucky to catch sunny day, but the wind up there was just tough to beat, so we split and one part of the group made it. They had to crowl and they lost ski though. Not so good snow conditions but you could find ni...

  • Mt. Muroran

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    near Hatchodaira, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    kupanaka.ar
    Distance
    4.94mi
    Elevation +
    2720f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofMt. Muroran Photo ofMt. Muroran Photo ofMt. Muroran

    Backcountry ski day from Hakucho Hut (白鳥ヒュッテ) after spending the night there. The Hut is free and there's always a hutkepper that was very charming. Could fit 10 persons, has water and a coke stove that turn off at the s...

  • Backcountry from Moiwa resort

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    near Nisekoan, Hokkaido (Japan)
    Author
    ParisPG
    Distance
    6.68mi
    Elevation +
    1276f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofBackcountry from Moiwa resort Photo ofBackcountry from Moiwa resort Photo ofBackcountry from Moiwa resort

    Easy skinning with a couple of good slopes to ski! From the top lift of Moiwa, touring until the Onsen heading NW. From there, climb the mountain at the back and choose your way!!

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