Nihon Hyakumeizan: Southern (Akaishi) Alps
This guide covers the 10 peaks of Kyuya Fukada's Nihon Hyakumeizan (Japan's 100 Famous Mountains) in Southern Alps, (No. 77–86 in the official numbering). The highest is Mt. Kita at 3,193 m. Numbers follow the order of Fukada's 1964 book, and elevations are from the published list.
No. 77 Mt. Kaikoma (甲斐駒ヶ岳) — 2,967 m
Mt. Kaikoma (甲斐駒ヶ岳, かいこまがたけ) rises 2,967 m above sea level in Yamanashi / Nagano. It is No. 77 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 16th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 78 Mt. Senjo (仙丈岳) — 3,033 m
Mt. Senjo (仙丈岳, せんじょうだけ) rises 3,033 m above sea level in Yamanashi / Nagano. It is No. 78 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 10th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 79 Mt. Hoo (鳳凰山) — 2,840 m
Mt. Hoo (鳳凰山, ほうおうざん) rises 2,840 m above sea level in Yamanashi. It is No. 79 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 27th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 80 Mt. Kita (北岳) — 3,193 m
Mt. Kita (北岳, きただけ) rises 3,193 m above sea level in Yamanashi. It is No. 80 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 2nd highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 81 Mt. Aino (間ノ岳) — 3,190 m
Mt. Aino (間ノ岳, あいのだけ) rises 3,190 m above sea level in Yamanashi / Shizuoka. It is No. 81 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 4th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 82 Mt. Shiomi (塩見岳) — 3,052 m
Mt. Shiomi (塩見岳, しおみだけ) rises 3,052 m above sea level in Nagano / Shizuoka. It is No. 82 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 9th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 83 Mt. Warusawa (Higashi-dake) (悪沢岳) — 3,141 m
Mt. Warusawa (Higashi-dake) (悪沢岳, わるさわだけ) rises 3,141 m above sea level in Nagano / Shizuoka. It is No. 83 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 6th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 84 Mt. Akaishi (赤石岳) — 3,120 m
Mt. Akaishi (赤石岳, あかいしだけ) rises 3,120 m above sea level in Nagano / Shizuoka. It is No. 84 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 7th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 85 Mt. Hijiri (聖岳) — 3,013 m
Mt. Hijiri (聖岳, ひじりだけ) rises 3,013 m above sea level in Nagano / Shizuoka. It is No. 85 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 13th highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
No. 86 Mt. Tekari (光岳) — 2,591 m
Mt. Tekari (光岳, てかりだけ) rises 2,591 m above sea level in Nagano / Shizuoka. It is No. 86 in Kyuya Fukada's book and the 31st highest of the 100. Protected area: 南アルプス国立公園.
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 Southern Alps?
10 of the 100, numbered 77–86 in Fukada's book.
What is the highest of the 100 Famous Mountains in Southern Alps?
Mt. Kita (北岳) at 3,193 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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