Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains: Daibosatsurei (Hyakumeizan) Hiking

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● 日本百名山：大菩薩嶺 (Hyakumeizan：Daibosatsurei) Hiking
Let’s enjoy a hike to the one of the Japan's 100 Famous Mountains: Hyakumeizan Daibosatsurei while chatting in English!
Location: Yamanashi Prefectures
Elevation: 2057 m (summit)
Ascend: 630 m / Descend: 1,390 m
Total Hike Distance: 10.5 km
Total Hike Time: About 6.0 hours (including lunch break:45min)
Difficulty: Moderate (ideal for beginner to intermediate hikers)
★ Highlights ★
Panoramic Views: The mountain is well known for its breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, the Southern Alps, and Okuchichibu peaks. On clear days, hikers are rewarded with sweeping vistas.
Gentle Trails: The hike is not extremely steep, and many trails are suitable for beginners or casual hikers. Families and groups often enjoy walking along the wide ridges.
Historical Significance: The name “Daibosatsu” (Great Bodhisattva Pass) comes from Daibosatsu Pass (大菩薩峠), a historically important route mentioned in literature, including the famous novel Daibosatsu Tōge by Kaizan Nakazato.
● Participation Fee: 1000 yen
(Paid in cash at Kai-Yamato Station on JR Chuo Main Line. This covers only organizing and planning costs)
■ Additional Costs (not included in the event fee):

• Your own lunch, drinks, snacks, e.t.c.
• Train fare to Kai-Yamato Station
• Bus fare to Trailhead (Kamihikawa Pass)
• Bus fare to Enzan Station + Train fare home.
• Optional: Hot Spring (Daibosatsu no yu, 700 yen)
• Optional: Dinner at Daibosatsu no yu

● Meeting Details

• Time: 8:50 AM ( The bus leaves at 9:20. Please be on time. If you miss the bus, you might have to take a taxi to catch up)
• Location: Kai-Yamato Station (JR Main Chuo Line) only one exit.

● What to Wear

• Comfortable clothes (summit temp: ～23℃ expected )
• Proper hiking shoes required!
  → No sneakers, running shoes, or casual footwear
• Light jacket (optional, mornings may be chilly)

● What to Bring

• Sun, heat, and rain protection (e.g., hat, sunscreen, rainwear)
• Drinks (also available at huts along the trail)
• Lunch & snacks
• Towels
• Plastic bags for trash/wet clothes

Restrooms are available in some of the mountain huts.

After the hike, we can visit Daibosatsu no yu, a natural hot spring near the trail end — perfect for soaking and relaxing your tired body!
● Approximate Schedule

• 8:50 AM — Meet at Kai-Yamato Station (only one exit)
• 9:20 AM — Take a bus to the trailhead (Kamihikawa pass)
• 10:01 AM — Arrive at trailhead, final prep, start hiking
• 12:05 PM — Arrive at Kaminari-iwa, enjoy lunch together and rest (50 minutes)
• 12:55 PM — Reach the summit of Daibosatsurei and begin descent
• 3:55 PM — Finish hike, arrive at bus stop (Daibosatsu-pass trailhead)
• 4:03PM — Take a bus to Enzan Station (for those not joining the hot spring)
• 4:10 PM — Visit Daibosatsu no yu (hot spring), enjoy hot spring and dinner
• 6:33 PM — Take a bus to Enzan Station (Last bus to Enzan)
• 7:00 PM (approx.) — Arrive at Enzan Station (JR Chuo Main Line)
• 7:17 PM JR Express Kaiji No52 to Shinjyuku Station : Advance Reservation recommended)
• 7:20 PM JR Local Line bound for Otsuki → Takao → Shinjuku

● How to Join
If you're interested, please message me on LINE with the words: "Daibosatsu Hiking"　https://line.me/ti/p/anyE_YiKQW
Your participation will be confirmed once you receive a reply.
● Important Notice
The event organizer is not a professional hiking guide and is not trained in mountain rescue. Please join at your own risk.
Also, please make sure to read our profile and event policies before signing up.
● Additional information:

• Daibosatsu no yu (Hot Spring)
• Daibosatsurei (Hyakumeizan)