Tanzawa mountains

I’m a big fan of the Tanzawa mountains. Along with the Okutama area they’re the “big two” in mountain ranges easily accessible from Tokyo and suitable for beginner hikers. But while Okutama is known for a lot of foresty trails, you can get a great view of Mt Fuji from most of the mountains in Tanzawa if your luck is good.

Tanzawa is also a great candidate to visit in the colder months if you’re not interested in snow mountains, since a lot of mountains further away start becoming inaccessible due to the snow. And since its also known for leeches in the summer season, I would actually recommend you visit it in the colder seasons if anything else. The colder weather means your chance of seeing Mt Fuji increases too.

I made it a goal to climb 7 of the most famous Tanzawa peaks for the 丹沢ハイカー (Tanzawa hiker) YAMAP badge, which I completed in 2023, so I’ll be updating this page with those hike reports as I write them!

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  hikes

  Mt Nabewari: a hike to eat its famous Nabeyaki Udon

  Kanagawa·1272m

  If you've already climbed Mt Tonodake or Mt Tanzawa and are looking for another Tanzawa mountain to check off of your list, Mt Nabewari is a great option if you're interested in eating its famous nabeyaki udon.

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  Mt Oyama: an easy day hike in Kanagawa

  Kanagawa·1252m

  The easiest mountain in the Tanzawa range with cable car access. The shortest course is a little over 3 hours, or skip the cable car for a 6-hour loop course.

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  Mt Tonodake: a Tanzawa day hike with great Fuji views

  Kanagawa·1491m

  The course is well-maintained with lots of stairs and rest huts, and easy access from Tokyo.

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  hyakumeizan

  Mt Tanzawa (丹沢山)

  Kanagawa / Yamanashi·1567m

  The course is long at 18km, but well-maintained with lots of stairs and rest huts, and easy access from Tokyo. Can split it up into an overnight hike with a stay at one of the huts.