Mount Shirouma — Local services in Hakuba

It is a very famous mountain that represents Ushirotateyama in the Northern Alps. Mountains such as Mt. Yukikura and Mt. Asahi continue to the north from here, but the altitude goes down north of Mt. Shirouma, so the panoramic view of the Northern Alps is almost perfect at Mt. Shirouma. Climbing is relatively easy in the Northern Alps, and if you climb the Taisetsu Valley from Sarukuwaso, you can reach the summit in half a day. However, although it is relatively easy, it is dangerous to climb the Taisetsu Valley easily in the mood of hiking. Wear crampons on your feet and climb while paying attention to falling rocks without sound. After passing the heavy snow valley where the climbing is monotonous, the flowers in the flower field will heal your tiredness. The mountain lodge is just around the corner. You can rest assured that the mountain lodge just below the summit has everything like a hotel. In addition, climbing from Karamatsudake via Hachimoto Kor is a little tough. Hachimoto Kor is not particularly dangerous because the wire is tightly stretched, but there are many ups and downs, which consumes physical strength. It is preferable to go after getting used to the mountains. The view from Shirouma Sanzan on a sunny day is really wonderful. It is a mountain that you should...

Mount Shirouma is the 26th-tallest mountain in Japan. At 2,932 metres (9,619 ft), it is the highest peak in the Hakuba section of the Hida Mountains, and one of the top "to climb" peaks for Japanese hikers. It is also one of the few peaks in Japan with year-round snow fields (Firn), in the Shirouma Dai Sekkei, or Shirouma deep-snow gorge (白馬大雪渓).

It is located within the Chūbu-Sangaku National Park. Mount Shirouma is one of the landmark 100 Famous Japanese Mountains.

Alpine plants are also abundant on Shirouma...

The best hike I have ever been on. Although the climb up is quite difficult and tiring, the constantly changing landscape makes it an interesting and beautiful journey. The views from the top are mind blowing. Do join all the other hikers in viewing the sunrise/sunset from the top. There are multiple routes to approach and descent- check out the official website for...