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Daisetsuzan Grand Traverse

Japan · Asia · Multi-day trek · score 66/100

At a glance

CountriesJapan
ContinentAsia
RegionHokkaido
TypeMulti-day trek
Length84 km
Typical duration6-8 days
Difficulty5/5 (Very hard)
Max altitude2291 m
Best seasonJul-Sep
StartGenshigahara
EndAizankei Onsen
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone (bear spray recommended)

Score

66/100
Scenery
27/35
Fame
13/25
Uniqueness
15/20
Logistics
11/20

Hokkaido's wildest alpine traverse; notorious storms and bears keep crowds and score down

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

Full south-north traverse 84 km; shorter Asahidake-Tokachidake version 5-6 days; extra food days advised for storms

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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