The Top 6 Peaks in the Kii Mountains
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Kii Mountains is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 6
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Kii Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Kii Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 15, 2025
View of Nara from Mount Wakakusa
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Mount Wakakusa (Wakakusayama) rises 342 m at the eastern edge of Nara Park. It is located between Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.
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Hyakken-gura Viewpoint
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After the strenuous climb, you will be rewarded with an incredible view up here: the 3,600 peaks of Kumano spread out in front of you. Looking at this sight, it …
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Kongō-san Summit
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Relatively easy hiking tour, in snowy winter waterproof hiking shoes and crampons recommended - check local web-page for advice. Also can be reached by rope-line. Arrive here by bus 408 or 411 from Kawachi-Nagano station.
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Kongōzan Katsuragi Jinja
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Located on the southern slope of Mount Kongo, Katsuragi-dake in Takama, Gose City, it enshrines Ichinotonushi-no-Okami as its deity. Kaibara Ekiken's Nanyu-kikou states, "At the summit, there is a shrine …
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Summit of Mount Ōdaigahara
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Top of Mount Ōdaigahara, located at about 1600m above sea level.
Long climb of just over 20km but with slopes that can always be ridden. Only in some small sections …
Long climb of just over 20km but with slopes that can always be ridden. Only in some small sections …
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Rime Ice on Mount Takami (Takami-yama)
Highlight • Natural Monument
I went there on a day of extreme cold, so I should have brought regular crampons instead of light ones. Unfortunately, it snowed all day and I couldn't see the …
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