Mt. Asahidake (Daisetsuzan)
Hokkaido's highest peak, where Japan's earliest autumn colors appear in late September.
- Area
- Hokkaido · Asahikawa
- Location
- Higashikawa
- Getting there
- About 1 hr 30 min by bus from Asahikawa Sta.
- Admission
- Round trip (Jun–Oct): ¥3,500Round trip (Nov–May): ¥2,800
- Hours
- 6:30–17:30Varies by season
- Closed
- Nov 16–Dec 10
As of October 2026 · Prices and hours can change, so check the official website before you go.
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