18 Mountains in Mie worth your time

A 906-meter peak in the Suzuka Mountains serving as the sacred object of worship for Tsubaki Grand Shrine.

What it is

• A 906-meter mountain in Suzuka City belonging to the Suzuka Seven Mountains.
• The sacred object of worship for the nearby Tsubaki Grand Shrine.
• One of the Kinki 100 Famous Mountains and source of two rivers.
• A natural monument featuring a protected community of Japanese andromeda trees.

What to see

• A traditional torii gate standing at the mountain summit.
• A shrine building located 300 meters northwest of the peak.
• Gentle grasslands and bamboo grass fields across the summit area.
• The designated natural monument of Japanese andromeda trees.

When to go

• Mountain festivals are held annually during May and November.

Getting there

• Buses run to the trailheads from Yokkaichi or Suzuka City.
• Trailheads are accessible at Tsubaki Grand Shrine, Miyazumakyo, and Ogisu Valley.

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The highest peak in Shima City offering panoramic views of three bays and the historic border of Ise and Shima.

What it is

• The highest peak in Shima City reaching an elevation of 414.8 meters
• A mountain that historically served as the border between Ise and Shima provinces
• A site adjacent to the protected forest of the Ise Grand Shrine

What to see

• Panoramic views of Matoya Bay, Ago Bay, and Gokasho Bay from the summit
• The north ridge which requires special permission from the Jingu Administration Office to enter
• Natural mountain terrain that is home to leeches during their active season

When to go

• An annual community climbing event takes place every January 2nd

Getting there

• A trail from Tsukiji reaches the summit in approximately one hour
• A shorter path from Tsurugi Pass takes forty minutes to reach the top
• The Tsukiji trailhead provides a parking lot with space for eight cars

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A 522-meter mountain on the Kumano Kodo trail featuring a massive monolithic summit rock with panoramic views.

What it is

• A 522-meter peak spanning Owase City and Kihoku Town in Mie Prefecture
• The Magose Pass on the historic Kumano Kodo trail crosses this mountain
• The terrain consists of Kumano acidic rocks formed from ancient cooled lava
• Most of the mountain area is covered with planted cypress trees

What to see

• A large monolithic rock formation that forms the mountain summit
• A brick shrine dedicated to En no Gyoja located at the peak
• Ladders installed to help climbers reach the top of the summit rock
• The Iwayado Stone Buddha, a designated municipal folk cultural property
• The Koyamaura Beacon Site, a cultural property of Kihoku Town
• A radio tower located 300 meters east-northeast of the summit

Getting there

• The mountain is located 2.3 kilometers northeast of Owase Station

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A 1,045-meter peak in the Daiko Range offering panoramic views of the Kumano Sea and Odaigahara from its summit.

What it is

• A 1,045-meter mountain in the southern Daiko Mountain Range also known as Mount Takagoya.
• The peak features a first-class triangulation point and is listed among the top 100 such points.
• The mountain serves as the natural source for the Mataguchi River.
• Most of the landscape consists of artificial forest plantations.

What to see

• Panoramic views of the Kumano Sea and Odaigahara from the summit.
• A first-class triangulation point located at the highest elevation.
• Hiking trails that lead through extensive forest plantations.

Getting there

• The mountain is situated six kilometers southwest of Owase Station.
• Hiking trails are accessible from Yanoko Pass and the Furukawa Forest Road.
• National Route 42 passes through the southeastern mountainside.

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A 174-meter peak in Ise-Shima National Park offering panoramic bay views, historic castle ruins, and a protected stone monument.

What it is

• A conical mountain within Ise-Shima National Park known locally as Gokasho Fuji.
• Site of the Sengoku period Gokasho Castle ruins at the southern foot.
• Home to mandarin orange orchards that line the mountain slopes.
• Location of a tangible cultural property stone monument dating back to 1678.

What to see

• Panoramic views of Gokasho Bay from the 174-meter summit.
• The historic ruins of the Aisu clan castle at the base.
• A designated cultural stone monument situated at the mountain peak.
• Sloping fields of mandarin orange trees along the hiking path.

When to go

• Early July for the annual Sengen Festival held on the mountain.

Getting there

• Accessible by taking a bus from Iseshi Station to the mountain area.

Read more about Mount Gokasho-Sengen

A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and non-volcanic plateau offering unique landscapes of dead spruce trees and high-altitude views.

What it is

• A non-volcanic uplifted peneplain located on the border of Nara and Mie prefectures.
• Part of the Yoshino-Kumano National Park and a registered UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
• Designated as one of Japan's Top 100 Mountains with extremely high annual rainfall.
• The site includes Mount Hidegadake, which is the highest peak in Mie Prefecture.

What to see

• A visitor center located at an elevation of 1,573 meters above sea level.
• Southeastern landscapes characterized by standing dead spruce trees and bamboo grass.
• The West Odaigahara area which requires a prior application for entry.

Getting there

• Buses run from Yamato-Kamiichi Station during specific seasons.
• The Odaigahara Driveway provides direct vehicle access to the visitor center.

Read more about Mount Ōdaigahara

A 131-meter mountain featuring a historic temple founded by Prince Shotoku and the ruins of a 14th-century hilltop castle.

What it is

• A 131-meter mountain in Matsusaka City formerly known as Mount Watase.
• Site of Koyama Castle which was built in 1337 and fell in 1343.
• Home to Ichijo-ji Temple which was founded by Prince Shotoku.
• Location of Iinotakamiya Koyama Shrine situated at the foot of the mountain.

What to see

• Ichijo-ji Temple located along the path to the summit.
• Temple buildings reconstructed in 1470 and 1836.
• Iinotakamiya Koyama Shrine at the base of the slopes.
• Views from the summit where the medieval castle once stood.
• The junction of the Kushida and Hara Rivers to the southeast.

Getting there

• The mountain is located near Taki Station on the JR lines.
• The JR Kisei Main Line runs through the northeastern part of the site.

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A 1,161-meter granite peak in the Suzuka Mountains known for its primeval beech forest and steep rocky summit.

What it is

• A 1,161-meter granite mountain located within the Suzuka Quasi-National Park
• One of the Suzuka Seven Mountains spanning Mie and Shiga Prefectures
• A natural site also known by the name Kanmurigadake
• Home to the Mount Kama Primeval Beech Forest, a protected natural monument

What to see

• A steep rocky summit featuring an installed chain for climbers
• Dense stands of protected primeval beech trees
• Wild Japanese serows that inhabit the surrounding mountain slopes
• Views of the Suzuka Mountains from the 1,161-meter peak

Getting there

• Located southwest of Yunoyama-Onsen Station
• Accessible via the Suzuka Skyline road which opened in 1972
• National Route 477 passes through the Buhei Tunnel near the mountain

Read more about Mount Kama

A 888-meter peak in Suzuka Quasi-National Park known for its paragliding launch site, mica deposits, and diverse hiking trails.

What it is

• A mountain standing 888.1 meters tall within the Suzuka Quasi-National Park.
• The name originates from biotite mica produced in the local valleys.
• The terrain consists of sandstone, chert, and limestone formations.
• The southeastern foothills are utilized for local tea plantations.

What to see

• A paragliding launch site located on the second peak.
• A third-class triangulation point marking the summit area.
• The Miyazuma Gorge Campground situated at the base of the mountain.
• Rare Inamori-sou flowers which were first discovered on the northern slope.

Getting there

• The summit is located 2.7 kilometers from Yunoyama-Onsen Station.
• Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit from various directions.

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A scenic 555-meter peak in Ise-Shima National Park featuring an ancient temple and panoramic views from a mountain toll road.

What it is

• A 555-meter mountain peak officially known as Asamagatake located in Ise and Toba.
• Part of the Ise-Shima National Park and selected as one of the Japan Hundred Views.
• Home to Kongosho-ji Temple and the National Historic Site Asamayama Sutra Mounds.
• A natural habitat for the endemic plant species known as Asama-rindo.

What to see

• Kongosho-ji Temple located near the summit of the mountain.
• National Treasure artifacts recovered from the ancient sutra mounds.
• A red retro-style post box situated at the summit plaza.
• The 16.3-kilometer Ise-Shima Skyline toll road crossing the mountain landscape.

Getting there

• Public buses run to the mountain summit on weekends and holidays.

Read more about Mount Asama

A historic peak overlooking Toba Bay where sailors once observed weather and pioneers established the first wireless telephone system.

What it is

• One of the three mountains of Toba overlooking the local port and bay.
• A site used by Edo period sailors to observe weather and sea conditions.
• The location where the world's first practical wireless telephone system was established in 1914.

What to see

• The Hiyori Mountain Compass Stone, a designated tangible folk cultural property.
• A monument commemorating the historical origin of wireless telephony.
• The Toba Leading Light structure constructed on the mountain in 1912.
• A summit observatory featuring a compass stone and a bell.

Getting there

• The summit is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the base.
• Trailheads are located near Toba Station and Kata Shrine.

Read more about Mount Hiyori

A coastal park in Mie Prefecture offering panoramic views of Ago Bay and various outdoor recreational facilities.

What it is

• A 100-hectare mountain park overlooking the complex rias coastline of Ago Bay.
• A site containing archaeological ruins from the Paleolithic and Jomon periods.
• A recreational area featuring sports facilities, a campground, and nature centers.
• A geological site belonging to the Shimanto Supergroup formation.

What to see

• The Tomoyama Observatory situated at an elevation of 48 meters.
• Three distinct observation points including the Kirigaki and Tomoyama lookouts.
• The scenic Jiro-Rokuro beach located within the park grounds.
• Expansive views of the surrounding bay and coastal islands.

Getting there

• Accessible by a 30-minute car ride from Ugata Station.

Read more about Mount Tomo

An 819-meter peak in Mie Prefecture known for its buried Buddhist scriptures, diverse climbing routes, and panoramic natural vegetation.

What it is

• An independent peak standing approximately 819 meters high in Mie Prefecture.
• Named after Buddhist scriptures that were buried at the mountain summit.
• Formerly known as Mt. Anno and featured in fifteen local school songs.
• Site of the former Jomyoji Temple which was destroyed by Oda Nobunaga.

What to see

• Eight different climbing routes leading to the mountain summit.
• Menashi Jizo temple located on the southern slope of the mountain.
• Natural vegetation including silver grass, wild cherry trees, and azaleas.
• An unmanned rest hut situated near the top of the peak.
• Geological formations consisting primarily of various igneous rocks.

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A 336-meter peak on the Toba-Shima border featuring a historic temple, hiking trails, and views over Ise Bay.

What it is

• A 336-meter mountain standing on the border of Toba and Shima cities.
• A protected navigational forest that serves as a landmark for ships in Ise Bay.
• The source of the Kamo River and part of the Kinki Nature Trail.
• A site of geological interest belonging to the Mesozoic Matoya formation.

What to see

• Shofukuji Temple located near the mountain summit.
• An observation deck at the peak for visitors to view the surrounding area.
• Five main hiking routes known as Aonomine-michi leading to the top.
• A digital television relay station situated near the peak.

Read more about Mount Aonomine

A 757-meter peak known as Ise Fuji, featuring a renovated wooden schoolhouse for accommodation at its base.

What it is

• A 757-meter mountain in Matsusaka City known as one of the Ise Sanzan.
• The peak is commonly referred to as Ise Fuji due to its shape.
• Part of the Akame Ichishikyo Prefectural Natural Park landscape.
• A public accommodation facility housed in a renovated 1979 elementary school building.

What to see

• The mountain summit standing at an elevation of 757 meters.
• A wooden one-story former school building covering 679 square meters.
• Zuiganji Temple located at the foot of the mountain.
• Views of Mount Kannon situated across the Hossaka Pass.

Read more about Mount Hossaka

A dual-peak mountain in the Muroo Volcanic Group offering hiking trails, a campsite, and a nationally designated scenic temple approach.

What it is

• A mountain in the Muroo Volcanic Group consisting of two peaks named Odake and Medake
• Part of the Muroo-Akame-Aoyama Quasi-National Park and one of the Kansai 100 Mountains
• The higher peak Odake stands at 1013 meters while Medake stands at 985 meters

What to see

• The Tokai Nature Trail which runs across the mountainside for hikers
• A triangulation point located at the summit of the Medake peak
• Skyland Obora campsite situated at an elevation of 700 meters
• The Shinfuku-in temple approach which is a nationally designated scenic spot

Read more about Mount Ōbora

The highest peak entirely within Mie Prefecture, offering a challenging hike through the scenic Daiko Mountain Range.

What it is

• A mountain peak in the Daiko Mountain Range with an elevation of 1,420 meters.
• The highest mountain peak located entirely within the borders of Mie Prefecture.
• A featured destination in the Yama to Kogen map series for hikers.

Getting there

• Hiking from the Manakodani trailhead on the Mie side takes two hours and fifteen minutes.
• A route from Nara through Myojindake and Myojindaira takes two hours and forty minutes.
• The walk from Omata bus stop on the Nara Kotsu line takes four hours.

Read more about Mount Hinokizukaokumine

A 1,029-meter peak nicknamed the Yarigatake of South Ise, offering panoramic views of Ise Bay and Mount Takami.

What it is

• A mountain standing 1,029 meters tall in Matsusaka City.
• Known as the Yarigatake of South Ise due to its profile.
• One of the Ise Sanzan and Ise Mitsuboshi mountain groups.
• Grouped together with nearby Mount Horisaka and Mount Shirai.

What to see

• Panoramic views of Ise Bay looking toward the east.
• Clear views of Mount Takami visible to the west.
• The mountain peak as seen from the Kiriyama Castle ruins.

Read more about Mount Tsubone