Nihon Hyakumeizan: Central Alps, Yatsugatake & Kiso
This guide covers the 7 peaks of Kyuya Fukada's Nihon Hyakumeizan (Japan's 100 Famous Mountains) in Central Alps & Yatsugatake, (No. 61–64, 74–76 in the official numbering). The highest is Mt. Kisokoma at 2,956 m. Numbers follow the order of Fukada's 1964 book, and elevations are from the published list.
No. 61 Utsukushigahara Plateau (美ヶ原) — 2,034 m
Utsukushigahara Plateau (美ヶ原, うつくしがはら) rises 2,034 m above sea level in Nagano. It is No. 61 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 61st highest of the 100. Protected area: 八ヶ岳中信高原国定公園.
No. 62 Mt. Kirigamine (霧ヶ峰) — 1,925 m
Mt. Kirigamine (霧ヶ峰, きりがみね) rises 1,925 m above sea level in Nagano. It is No. 62 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 71st highest of the 100. Protected area: 八ヶ岳中信高原国定公園.
No. 63 Mt. Tateshina (蓼科山) — 2,530 m
Mt. Tateshina (蓼科山, たてしなやま) rises 2,530 m above sea level in Nagano. It is No. 63 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 34th highest of the 100. Protected area: 八ヶ岳中信高原国定公園.
No. 64 Yatsugatake (八ヶ岳) — 2,899 m
Yatsugatake (八ヶ岳, やつがたけ) rises 2,899 m above sea level in Nagano / Yamanashi. It is No. 64 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 21st highest of the 100. Protected area: 八ヶ岳中信高原国定公園.
No. 74 Mt. Kisokoma (木曽駒ヶ岳) — 2,956 m
Mt. Kisokoma (木曽駒ヶ岳, きそこまがたけ) rises 2,956 m above sea level in Nagano. It is No. 74 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 17th highest of the 100. Protected area: 中央アルプス国定公園.
No. 75 Mt. Utsugi (空木岳) — 2,864 m
Mt. Utsugi (空木岳, うつぎだけ) rises 2,864 m above sea level in Nagano. It is No. 75 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 24th highest of the 100. Protected area: 中央アルプス国定公園.
No. 76 Mt. Ena (恵那山) — 2,191 m
Mt. Ena (恵那山, えなさん) rises 2,191 m above sea level in Nagano / Gifu. It is No. 76 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 47th highest of the 100. Protected area: 中央アルプス国定公園（長野県）.
Planning a trip around these peaks
Check the season, access and hut reservation rules for each mountain on the official local tourism site before you go. Snow can remain on high routes into early summer, and mountain weather changes quickly, so plan an early start, carry rain gear and file a climbing plan. For the full list and how Nihon Hyakumeizan works, see the main guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many of the Nihon Hyakumeizan peaks are in Central Alps & Yatsugatake?
7 of the 100, numbered 61–64, 74–76 in Fukada's book.
What is the highest of the 100 Famous Mountains in Central Alps & Yatsugatake?
Mt. Kisokoma (木曽駒ヶ岳) at 2,956 m.
Do I need to climb all 100?
No. Most hikers choose a few peaks that fit their experience and season. The list is a guide, not a requirement.
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