Hachimantai Summit Nature Trail

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Enjoy breathtaking views from the Hachimantai summit and a diverse natural environment along the scenic walking trail. Take a relaxing hike while admiring the magnificent scenery, including alpine plants and lakes!

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HighlightsStunning views from the Hachimantai summit
The blue waters of Hachiman-numa
The "Dragon Eye" snowmelt phenomenon at Kagaminuma
Alpine wildflower meadows
Aomori Todomatsu forests

Basic Information

Address: Tazawako Tamagawa, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Akita

Access: 【Car】 Iwate Prefecture Side: Iwate Kenhoku Bus: Morioka Bus Center～Morioka Station～Matsuo Historical and Folk Museum～Hachimantai Summit. Direct bus takes 2 hours and 2 minutes. *Transfer may be required at Matsuo Historical and Folk Museum. Akita Prefecture Side: Ugo Kotsu & Akita Hokubu Bus (joint operation): Tazawako Station～Tazawako Lakeside～Tamagawa Onsen～Hachimantai Summit. 2 hours and 16 minutes. Akita Hokubu Bus: Kakunohana Station～Hachimantai Station～Hachimantai Summit. 1 hour and 18 minutes. All routes are seasonal. The "Hachimantai Summit" bus stop is located at the Migaeshi Pass parking area. Show route

Op.Hours: Open 24 hours

Cld.Days: Open every day

Fee: Parking fee: ¥500 (per day)

INFO: The weather can be unpredictable, so please be sure to dress accordingly and bring appropriate gear. While the mountain trails are well-maintained, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Note that snow may remain until around June.

HP: https://www.hachimantai.or.jp/

Overview

The Hachimantai Summit Nature Trail is a walking path located near the summit of Hachimantai, at an elevation of 1,613 meters. Starting from the Migaeshi Pass parking area, the trail circles the Hachimantai summit and Hachiman-numa, offering a leisurely hiking experience. From the Hachimantai summit, a 360-degree panoramic view unfolds, showcasing distant mountains and lakes on clear days. Hachiman-numa, a lake formed by volcanic activity, is particularly impressive, its serene surface reflecting the blue sky. Boardwalks wind through the wetlands surrounding Hachiman-numa, where numerous marsh plants such as *hinakura* (dianthus superbus) and *watasuge* (cotton grass) bloom vibrantly. From the spring *mizubashou* (skunk cabbage) to summer *himeshakunaage* (dwarf rhododendron) and *kobaikeisou* (false hellebore), and autumn's autumn leaves, the wildflower meadows of the wetlands paint a vibrant picture of Hachimantai's four seasons. The trail also offers diverse scenery, including *Aomori Todomatsu* (Sakhalin fir) forests. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the woods, basking in the dappled sunlight. The Hachimantai Summit Nature Trail is an easy hiking course suitable for beginners. Create unforgettable memories while enjoying the majestic natural beauty.