Mount Daisen

Attraction

Last updated September 07, 2026 Reviewed by the Japan Voyage editorial team

Prefecture

Tottori

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About This Destination

Known as the 'Mt Fuji of the San'in Region', Mount Daisen is a striking volcanic peak offering excellent hiking trails, ski slopes, and ancient temple forests.

Mount Daisen rises dramatically to 1,729 meters and its symmetrical western profile has earned it the nickname 'Hoki Fuji' after the old province name. The most popular hiking route to the summit takes about three hours up through one of Japan's largest beech forests, rewarding climbers with panoramic views of the Sea of Japan and the Chugoku mountain range. Daisenji Temple, founded in 718, sits partway up the mountain along an atmospheric stone-paved approach lined with ancient cedar trees. In winter, the mountain transforms into a ski destination with several resorts on its northern slopes. The surrounding plateau is excellent for cycling in summer and offers some of Japan's finest fresh milk and dairy products from local farms.

Location

Prefecture: Tottori

Address: Daisen, Tottori, Japan

Nearest Station: Daisenji Station

Best time to visit: Autumn for foliage and winter for skiing; summer for hiking the Chugoku region's highest peak

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Visitor Information

Credit Cards: Accepted

Food Options: Mountain lodges and base area restaurants serve local Daisen chicken, fresh dairy soft-serve, and hearty soba noodles; the area is famous for its milk products

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Mount Daisen?

Buses run from Yonago Station to Daisen-ji temple at the trailhead in about 50 minutes. Yonago is on the JR Hakubi Line and has an airport.

What is Mount Daisen known for?

At 1,729 m it is the highest peak in the Chugoku region, nicknamed 'Hoki Fuji' for its Fuji-like profile from the west. The Daisen-ji temple and Ogamiyama Shrine date back over a millennium.

When is the best time to climb or visit Daisen?

The summer trail (roughly June to October) is a half-day hike to the Misen summit. Autumn foliage around the trailheads peaks in late October to early November, and winter turns it into a small ski area.