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Mt. Tsukuba

茨城県

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A beautiful mountain that is compared to Mt. Fuji

Mt. Tsukuba has two peaks, Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyotai, and is a beautiful mountain that is compared to Mt. Fuji as "Fuji of the West, Tsukuba of the East". It is famous for being the lowest mountain among the Hyakumeizan (100 famous mountains), and its charm lies in the fact that anyone, young or old, male or female, can climb it with light equipment. There is a cable car and a ropeway, so even those who just want to enjoy the view can go to the top and enjoy the scenery!

Features & How to Enjoy

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Enjoy Casual Mountain Climbing at Mt. Tsukuba!

Mt. Tsukuba has two peaks: Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyotai, both of which are open for mountain climbing. There are multiple courses on both sides of the mountain, each with varying levels of difficulty, climbing time, and scenic views. It is recommended to check the official website to find a course that suits your level and preferences. Generally, there are few dangerous spots, and even children can climb the mountain easily. However, it's important to prepare rain gear, gloves or work gloves, a flashlight, and other necessary items before attempting the climb. Let's make sure to be fully prepared and enjoy casual mountain climbing at Mt. Tsukuba!

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Tsukuba Mountain Ropeway and Cable Car!

At Tsukuba Mountain, there are ropeways and cable cars available. The cable car takes about 8 minutes to reach the summit, while the ropeway takes about 6 minutes. Even those who don't climb mountains can easily reach the summit and enjoy the view from the top with the ropeway and cable car. You can also enjoy the rich nature of Tsukuba Mountain and the surrounding scenery from the windows. Especially during the autumn leaves season and the season of fresh greenery, you can climb Tsukuba Mountain while enjoying the beautiful scenery!

Point 3

Lunch with a View at the Summit Restaurant!

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At Mt. Tsukuba, there is a restaurant at the summit where you can enjoy light meals and food while taking in the view from the top. Within walking distance from the summit station, there are "Tsutsuji-ga-oka Rest House" and "Cafe Cielo Blue". In addition, there are shops selling souvenirs and food and drink at the cable car Miyawaki Station and Mt. Tsukuba Summit Station. Mt. Tsukuba is also a popular spot for many hikers, so we recommend using it for meals and breaks!

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Drive while enjoying the view of Mt. Tsukuba!

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The Tsukuba Purple Line is a drive that combines two types of Tsukuba Skyline: the Omote-Tsukuba Skyline from Asahi Pass to Kazahiki Pass and the Tsukuba Skyline from Kazahiki Pass to Tsutsuji-ga-oka Parking Lot. You can drive while enjoying the view of Mt. Tsukuba, and during the seasons of autumn leaves and fresh greenery, the scenery is particularly beautiful from the car window, making for a pleasant drive. However, please note that it may be closed during the winter season due to snowfall, so we recommend checking in advance!

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Observatory near the Summit of Mount Tsukuba!

The Komakusa Observatory on Mount Tsukuba is an observatory located near the summit of Mount Tsukuba. It is located near the summit station at an altitude of 877 meters. From the observatory, you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the mountains that run east and west of Mount Tsukuba, the city of Tsukuba, and the Joban Expressway. On particularly clear days, it is said that you can even see Mount Fuji and the Tokyo Skytree. The first floor is a shop, the second floor is an observation restaurant, and the third floor is the observatory where you can purchase souvenirs and enjoy a meal.

Sightseeing

Nature-rich mountain also known as the "Mt. Fuji of Kanto"

Mt. Tsukuba is a mountain located in Tsukuba City with an elevation of 877m, also known as the "Mt. Fuji of Kanto". Mt. Tsukuba is a double-peaked mountain with two peaks, Mt. Nantai and Mt. Nyotai. From the summit, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Kanto Plain and the city of Tsukuba. It's a popular spot for hiking and mountain climbing as a nature-rich mountainous area. Cable cars and ropeways are also available, so even those who don't climb mountains can climb up to the vicinity of the summit! Especially in autumn, the autumn leaves are beautiful, and you can see the autumn leaves up close along the cable car course!

Basic Information

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Tsukuba-shi

Average Review

4.3

5 Reviews

少し霞んではいましたが山頂からの景色は素晴らしかったです。ケーブルカーやロープウェーの運転時間前に山頂に立てたので人も少なくゆっくり景色を眺められました。

令和7年4月下旬に登山最高の天気初心者向けの山と紹介されていて、確かに登りやすく、景色も素晴らしくよかった。

梅祭り最終日に行きました🌸 満開とありましたが、まだ7分咲だったかな？でも、勾配があって、ハイキングのような感覚で梅を見渡せるのは最高でした✨ 車でちょっと行けば着く場所に住んでるので、色んなタイミングやイベントに合わせて足繁く通ってみたいと思います😊

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