Mount Naka

Overview

Mount Naka (Nakadake) is a peak of about 2,700 meters in the Yatsugatake mountain range. It stands squarely between Akadake, the highest summit of the Yatsugatake, and the neighboring Amidadake, forming a key point on the main ridge as its name suggests. Rising above the tree line, its summit area is unobstructed by trees, offering a sweeping panorama of the surrounding peaks.

Highlights

• ●A Yatsugatake peak of about 2,700 meters
• ●A pivotal location between Akadake and Amidadake
• ●Open, sweeping views above the tree line
• ●The grand nature of Yatsugatake-Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park

History

Mount Naka is one of the peaks of the Yatsugatake range, included within the Yatsugatake-Chushin Kogen Quasi-National Park. Long familiar to mountaineers, it stands on the ridge along the traverse route linking Akadake and Amidadake. For details of the mountain's geology and climbing history, it is best to consult local authorities or official mountaineering information.

Map

35.9714, 138.3639 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Start from a Yatsugatake trailhead and head for the ridge
2. 2Follow the traverse route linking Akadake and Amidadake
3. 3Enjoy the panoramic views from the summit of Mount Naka
4. 4Descend safely while checking hut and route conditions

Did you know?

💡 The name Naka, meaning middle, refers literally to its position between the two celebrated peaks of Akadake and Amidadake, aptly describing its location. Because it rises above the tree line, the summit offers an unobstructed view along the ridgeline of the Yatsugatake range.

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