Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group

#206 among destinations in Japan

Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano

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Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group is a volcanic group of stratovolcanoes and lava domes located in Nagano Prefecture on Honshū in Japan. ()

Local name: 北八ヶ岳 Maximum elevation: 8681 ftCoordinates: 36°1'9"N, 138°21'22"E

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Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Southern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group, Io Dake, Yatsugatake Mountains, Mount Tengu.

3.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Southern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group
88 min walk • The Southern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group, located in the heart of Japan, is a stunning testament to the geological forces that have shaped the island nation. This majestic cluster of stratovolcanoes offers not only a glimpse into the Earth's fiery interior but also a...
1.6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Io Dake
42 min walk • Io Dake, located in the southern part of Kyushu, Japan, is an active stratovolcano known for its striking beauty and volcanic activity. Standing at 1,317 meters, Io Dake, also referred to as Mount Io, forms part of the larger Kirishima mountain range, a collection of...
3.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Yatsugatake Mountains
88 min walk • The Yatsugatake Mountains, a majestic volcanic mountain range, straddle the border between Nagano and Yamanashi Prefectures in the heart of Japan. Formed by volcanic activity that began approximately one million years ago, the range features a stunning array of peaks...
~0 ftN
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount Tengu
1 min walk • Mount Tengu, nestled in the heart of Japan, stands as a testament to the country's profound connection with volcanic landscapes. This dormant stratovolcano, part of the Tengu volcanic group, offers not just geological intrigue but also a wealth of cultural significance.
4.5 miNW
Aerial tramway
Kitayatsugatake Ropeway
115 min walk • The Kitayatsugatake Ropeway is the name of a Japanese aerial lift line in Chino, Nagano, as well as its operator. The company also operates Pilatus Tateshina Snow Resort, a ski area served by the line. The company operates Tateshina Kōgen Art Museum at the submontane station as well.
3.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount Aka
88 min walk • Mount Aka is a 2,899m mountain on the border of Chino, Hara of Nagano, and Hokuto of Yamanashi in Japan. This mountain is the tallest mountain of Yatsugatake Mountains.
~1770 ftSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount Neishi
9 min walk • Mount Neishi is a 2,603m mountain on the border of Chino and Koumi of Nagano in Japan. This mountain belongs to Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group.
5.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount Yoko
131 min walk • Mount Yoko also Mount Kita Yoko, is an active lava dome located in the Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group of the Yatsugatake Mountains, Honshū, Japan. Mount Yoko has shown the most recent activity and is now considered an active volcano. It last erupted about 800 years ago.
1.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount Nyū
42 min walk • Mount Nyū is a stratovolcano of the Northern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group in Koumi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. This mountain is part of the Yatsugatake-Chūshin Kōgen Quasi-National Park.
2.7 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Yoko
69 min walk • Mount Yoko is located in the Southern Yatsugatake Volcanic Group of the Yatsugatake Mountains, Honshū, Japan.