Suggested Routes

海と山を満喫!リアス海岸眺望の旅【日帰り】
Yamada Town and Otsuchi Town Iwate Prefecture *See Map Book 4

海と山を満喫!リアス海岸眺望の旅【日帰り】

Mount Kujira is located between Yamada Town and Otsuchi Town. With nearby attractions such as the Rikuchu Coast Youth Center and the Sanriku Railway Station, it is one of the Sanriku region’s most iconic hiking trails, where even local residents can hike without hesitation.The view from the summit overlooks the rias coastline. Near the summit of Mt. Kujira, winter hiking gear is required if there is ice or snow on the trail.

  • Itinerary
  • 15.3 km Hiking Distance
  • 6 hours and 25 minutes Hiking Time
  • 4 Map Book

※ Assumes a man of average fitness walking on flat ground at approximately 4 km/h.

1日目:計6 hours and 25 minutes

  1. Yamada Roadside Station
  2. 9.4 km / 220 minutes on foot
  3. Kujirayama Summit
  4. 3.6 km / 120 minutes on foot
  5. Namita Beach
  6. 2.3 km / 45-minute walk
  7. Sanriku Railway Kirikiri Station

Relevant MB:4-3–4-4

Near the summit of Kujirayama, you’ll need to be prepared for winter hiking conditions, such as icy surfaces and snow.

Contact

Jodogahama Visitor Center

Tel.:0193-65-1690

Address:32-69 Hitachihamamachi, Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, 027-0001

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