Overview
Mount Kintoki rises 1,212 meters at the northwestern edge of the Hakone volcano. Counted among Japan's 300 Famous Mountains, it is celebrated for the grand view of Mount Fuji from its summit. Beloved as a mountain tied to the legend of Kintaro, it also bears the alternative name Inohanadake, and a shrine called Inohana Jinja stands at its peak. As part of the Hakone caldera rim, it draws hikers of all levels, from beginners to veterans.
Highlights
- ●The grand view of Mount Fuji from the summit
- ●A noted peak tied to the Kintaro legend
- ●Inohana Shrine enshrined at the summit
- ●One of Japan's 300 Famous Mountains on the Hakone rim
History
Mount Kintoki lies in the northwestern part of the Hakone volcano and was once called Inohanadake or Inohanagatake. Kintaro (Sakata no Kintoki), the source of its name, was a legendary strongman said to have grown up among these Ashigara and Hakone mountains, and his name is inscribed on the peak itself. The Inohana Shrine at the summit carries on age-old worship, and the mountain has long been cherished as a noted peak with views of Mount Fuji.
Access
The mountain sits on the border of Kanagawa Prefecture and Oyama in Shizuoka, reached from trailheads in the Hakone area. From the Hakone side, hikers typically combine public transport with the trails, of which several are maintained. As conditions change with weather and snow, check the latest trail and transport information from official sources and prepare proper gear before setting out.
Best season
From autumn into winter, when the air is clear and Mount Fuji stands sharp, the summit view is exceptional. Early summer, bright with fresh greenery, is also a pleasant time to climb. Winter calls for gear ready for snow and ice, so plan conservatively for peace of mind.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Start climbing from a Hakone-area trailhead
- 2Aim for the summit along the maintained trails
- 3Pray at summit Inohana Shrine and view Mount Fuji
- 4Descend at an easy pace after enjoying the vista
Did you know?
💡 Mount Kintoki is chosen among the 100 Scenes with Mount Fuji, and from its top the famous view of Fuji spreads directly ahead. Named for Kintaro, the mountain has been recounted through generations alongside the legend of the axe-carrying boy of great strength.
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