About Southern Alps Area

The Southern Alps, a Paradise of Nature and Adventure

The Southern Alps area in Yamanashi Prefecture is surrounded by the Southern Alps range, one of the most beautiful mountains in Japan, and is an outdoor paradise for mountain climbing, trekking, and hiking. Magnificent nature spreads out, and Kitadake (3,193 m above sea level) in particular is popular among climbers as the second highest mountain in Japan.

The scenery is beautiful in all four seasons and shows different faces throughout the year, including the summer climbing season, the autumn leaves in fall, and the snowy landscape in winter. Visitors can also enjoy local hot springs and Yamanashi's famous gourmet specialties such as Koshu beef and Shingen rice cakes.

With its pristine nature and rich cultural experiences awaiting you, the Southern Alps area is truly an adventurous spot for active foreign visitors.