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Gassan-jinja shrine – Mt. Gassan's highest point loop from Ubasawa

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Gassan-jinja shrine – Mt. Gassan's highest point loop from Ubasawa

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Gassan-jinja shrine – Mt. Gassan's highest point loop from Ubasawa

05:03

11.7km

880m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.47 km

Ushikubi Crossing

Highlight • Trail

Take the path on the right! If you take the path on the left, you'll end up in Shizu Onsen (which is nice too by the way)

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4.65 km

Gassan-jinja shrine

Highlight • Religious Site

Gassan-jinja shrine (often shortened as "Gassan shrine") is a very secret place that doesn't allow pictures.

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4.82 km

Mt. Gassan's highest point

Highlight • Summit

This is the highest point of Mt. Gassan, the true peak (1984m high).

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5.06 km

Gassan Chojo Goya (Pilgrim Lodge)

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This place can serve lunch (mochi menu, soups, curry rice, etc.) or welcome guests for the night (around 12,000 yen per person)

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5.23 km

Kaji Inari Shrine

Highlight • Religious Site

This small shrine features a Buddhist Jizo Statue to protect the travelers and the souls of children.

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6.99 km

Kanauba crossing

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Here again, take the path on the left if you don't want to end up in Shizu Onsen.

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11.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.95 km

2.94 km

805 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.95 km

2.94 km

805 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 20 July

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