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Tsuetsuki-tōge Pass Climb on the Akiha Kaidō (杖突峠 Climb)

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Tsuetsuki-tōge Pass Climb on the Akiha Kaidō (杖突峠 Climb)

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Tsuetsuki-tōge Pass Climb on the Akiha Kaidō (杖突峠 Climb)

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    January 8, 2025

    Road cycling

    Riding National Route 152 up to Tsuetsuki-tōge (1,247 m) is the longest and hardest climb on the Akiha Kodō pilgrimage route. On a winding two-lane stretch of 6 kilometers, you must gain 390 meters in elevation. One kilometer before the pass there is a rest stop (Tōge-no-chaya) with a café, a soba noodle restaurant, and a stunning view of the Suwa basin. On some days there is considerable motorized traffic. Cars and trucks will be over taking you fast, so this climb is not for the faint of heart.

    July 20, 2025

    Road cycling

    The Tsuetsuki Pass (Japanese: 杖突峠, Tsuetsuki-tōge) is a mountain pass in Japan, located in Nagano Prefecture. The pass is known for its scenic beauty and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

    The Tsuetsuki Pass has an elevation of approximately 1,247 meters above sea level. It is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists who want to experience the beauty of Japanese nature.

    Approaching the pass from the south, it is approximately 9 kilometers long with an average gradient of 4%, but a maximum gradient of 12%.
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    1. Base of Kiotoshi-zaka – Suwa Taisha Upper Shrine loop from 茅野

    51.4km

    03:09

    1,200m

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    49.3km

    03:01

    1,160m

    1,160m

    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Distance 5.65 km

    Uphill 370 m

    Downhill 0 m

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