Mount Kita
Mount Kita is Japan's second-highest peak at 3,192 meters, offering alpine routes and panoramic vistas over the Southern Alps.
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Geography
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Region | Asia-Pacific |
| Subregion | Eastern Asia |
| Country | Japan |
| State | Nagano Prefecture |
| County | Minami-Alps County |
| District | Southern Alps |
| City | Kita Village |
| Postal Code | 399-4595 |
| Timezone | AsiaTokyo |
| Latitude | 35.801 |
| Longitude | 137.727 |
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4:58 AM LOCAL TIMEMount Kita (北岳, Kita-dake) stands as Japan's second-tallest summit at 3,192 meters, nestled within the Minami-Alps National Park and part of the Southern Alps (Akaishi Mountains). Accessed from trailheads near Kita Village and Hiruzen, routes typically combine multi-day hikes with alpine crossings, requiring familiarity with high-mountain navigation and weather resilience. The mountain's slopes are characterized by rocky ridges, subalpine meadows, and snowfields in late season, with popular acclimation and ascent routes serving experienced hikers and climbers. Surrounding terrain offers a mix of glacial cirques, carved valleys, and views stretching to peaks like Hotaka (峡ノ岳) and Okuhotakafuji (奥穂高岳); year-round weather can vary rapidly, emphasizing preparedness and respect for alpine hazards.
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