In spring, the sakura blossoms and the snow corridor towers over roads. In summer, the mysterious Hachimantai Dragon Eye forms under a gorgeous blue sky, nestled among thick alpine vegetation. In autumn, such foliage takes on a deep spectrum of fall colors.
And through it all, season by season, an unforgettable wind blows.
This is trekking around Mt. Hachimantai and Mt. Iwate.
Two new bus routes will be operating from Spring through to Autumn: one between the Hachimantai Onsenkyo area and the Mt. Hachimantai Summit, and one that will bring visitors all the way from Morioka to the summit.
With access to famous and hidden springs along the way, why not give this rejuvenating journey a try?
*The Hachimantai Shizensansaku Bus (Hachimantai Nature Exploration Bus) is separated into “Spring” and “Summer & Autumn” operations. Timetables and routes will differ between the two.
*Trail guides typically cost extra, but they are available at no additional cost when you take the Hachimantai Nature Trail Bus.
*The standard commuter bus bound for Mt. Hachimantai Summit operates on the same seasonal schedule as as the “Summer & Autumn” Hachimantai Shizensansaku Bus (Hachimantai Nature Exploration Bus), from early June to mid-October.
*The standard commuter bus bound for Mt. Hachimantai Summit does not operate during the season the “Spring” Hachimantai Shizensansaku Bus (Hachimantai Nature Exploration Bus) is in operation.
Bus A21 connects Hachimantai Mountain Hotel and Mt. Hachimantai Summit via the Aspite Line mountain road.
Bus A22 returns in the opposite direction along the Jukai Line.
Bus A23 runs a full circuit, connecting Hachimantai Mountain Hotel and the mountain summit first by ascending the Aspite Line, then returning via the Jukai Line.
Bus A24 departs from the Matsuo Mine Archive Museum, ascending to the Mt. Hachimantai summit along the Jukai Line and then proceeding down the Aspite Line. The above bus routes can be used to enjoy both Mt. Hachimantai Summit and the Hachimantai Onsenkyo area.
Whether you’re traveling from Morioka for a trekking trip,
visiting parks or the mountain summit, the bus routes are flexible enough to match your plans.
*In operation from early June to mid-October.
Operates 2024.6.8 - 10.20
Hachimantai Mountain Hotel(11:25) → Sakura Koen (Sakura Park) (11:40) → Hachimantai Chojo (Mt. Hachimantai Summit) (12:18)
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Matsuo Mine Museum (8:00) → Hachimantai Summit (9:05) → Gozaisho (9:25)
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Hachimantai Mountain Hotel(11:25) → Sakura Koen (Sakura Park) (11:40) → Hachimantai Chojo (Mt. Hachimantai Summit) (12:18)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Matsuo Mine Museum (8:00) → Hachimantai Summit (9:05) → Gozaisho (9:25)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (10:25) → Hachimantai Summit (11:18)
Operates 2024.6.8 - 10.20
Hachimantai Chojo (Mt. Hachimantai Summit) (12:20) → Matsukawa Onsen (12:59) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (13:15)
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Hachimantai Summit (11:50) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (12:40)
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Hachimantai Chojo (Mt. Hachimantai Summit) (12:20) → Matsukawa Onsen (12:59) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (13:15)
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Hachimantai Summit (15:20) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (16:10)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Hachimantai Summit (11:50) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (12:40)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Hachimantai Summit (15:20) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (16:10)
Departing from JR Morioka Station, there are two types of Hachimantai Nature Trailbuses depending on the season.
The“Spring” bus will take riders through the Aspite Line Snow corridor to see the Hachimantai Dragon Eye, while the “Summer & Autumn” bus will transport you to vivid carpets of alpine flora in summer and blooming gentian flowers in autumn. Its exclusive bus ticket is also valid for a free tour of the summit by a certified guide.
To be able to use it according to the scene of use,
Three types of
You can purchase tickets at the Morioka Station East Exit Bus Information Center, area hotels, inns, tourist information centers, etc.
An option for every situation
Operates 2024.6.8 - 10.20
Morioka Station [East Exit] (9:10) → Sakura Park (9:50 arrival 10:00 departure) → Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Kuroyachi (11:10) → Chausuguchi (11:15) → Gozaisho (11:25) 33
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Morioka Station [East Exit] (9:10) → Sakura Park (9:50 arrival 10:00 departure) → Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Kuroyachi (11:10) → Chausuguchi (11:15) → Gozaisho (11:25) 33
In operation from 4.28 to 6.9, 2023
Morioka Station [East Exit] (9:10) → Sakura Park (9:50 arrival 10:00 departure) → Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Kuroyachi (11:10) → Chausuguchi (11:15) → Gozaisho (11:25)3
Operation from 4.22.2022 to 6.9.2022
Morioka Station [East Exit] (9:10) → Sakura Park (9:50 arrival 10:00 departure) → Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Kuroyachi (11:10) → Chausuguchi (11:15) → Gozaisho (11:25)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Morioka Station [East Exit] (9:10) → Sakura Park (9:50 arrival 10:00 departure) → Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Kuroyachi (11:10) → Chausuguchi (11:15) → Gozaisho (11:25)
Operates 2024.6.8 - 10.20
Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (10:13) → Matsukawa Hot Spring (10:28) → Gozaisho (11:25) 3
Operates 2022.6.10〜10.16
Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (10:13) → Matsukawa Hot Spring (10:28) → Gozaisho (11:25) 3
In operation from 4.28 to 6.9, 2023
Gozaisho (13:20) → Hachimantai Summit (13:50) → Matsukawa Onsen (14:18) → Sakura Park (15:10) → Morioka Station [East Exit] (15:55)
Operation from 4.22.2022 to 6.9.2022
Gozaisho (13:20) → Hachimantai Summit (13:50) → Matsukawa Onsen (14:18) → Sakura Park (15:10) → Morioka Station [East Exit] (15:55)
In operation from 6.10.2022 to 10.16.2022
Hachimantai Summit (11:05) → Hachimantai Mountain Hotel (10:13) → Matsukawa Hot Spring (10:28) → Gozaisho (11:25)
[Day 1
Bus stop ❶:Morioka Station Bus Stop ③ Departure: 10:42
↓arrow (mark or symbol) [A13] Hachimantai Mountain Hotel
↓ Go to Hachimantai by slow and easy route bus!
Arrive at Hachimantai Mountain Hotel at 12:14
↓ Leave your luggage at the hotel and go for a walk.
↓ (9 min. walk)
❸ Lunch at Northern Grande Hachimantai
↓ (stay about 1 hour and 20 minutes)
↓ Enjoy Iwate's local ingredients in a stylish space.
❹ Walking around Mori no Ohashi and Matsukawa Basalt
↓ (stay about 1.5 to 2 hours)
↓ The beauty of the autumn leaves on the Mori no Ohashi bridge is impressive! The scale of the basalt is breathtaking!
❺ Arrive at Hachimantai Mountain Hotel around 16:20
When you arrive at the hotel, take a relaxing soak in the open-air bath of "Magma no Yu," the pride of Hachimantai Onsen Hot Spring Village, to relieve the fatigue of your stroll. Afterwards, enjoy a sumptuous buffet-style meal, followed by another luxurious soak in the hot springs.
[Hachimantai Mountain Hotel 1 night ]
[Day 2
❺ Bus stop: Hachimantai Mountain Hotel 08:15
↓ [A24] Hachimantai Summit, Gozaisho
↓ Depart from the bus stop in front of the hotel.
You can also get off at the famous hot spring, Toshichi Onsen Saiunso.
A popular hot spring with an open-air bath located near the summit of Hachimantai at an elevation of 1,400 meters. A stop at this hot spring is recommended on bus trips.
❻ Bus stop: Kuroyachi 9:10 arrival
↓ Start trekking from Kuroyachi bus stop!
(A) Kuroyachi
↓ Walk along the boardwalk to Kuroyachi Marsh.
(B) Kuroyachi Observatory
↓ View of the grassy autumn leaves in Kuroyachi Marsh from the observatory.
(c) Gentamori
↓ Experience a 360-degree panorama from the observation deck. The view of Hachiman-numa is also beautiful.
(D) Hachimantai Summit
↓ We all took a picture to commemorate our arrival at the summit with a sense of accomplishment.
The Hachimantai Nature Walking Bus provides guided walks (free of charge).
For beginners of Hachimantai trekking, we recommend taking the Hachimantai Nature Walking Bus. A walking guide will guide you free of charge. (Summer and autumn editions only)
❼ Bus stop: Hachimantai Summit (Hachimantai Summit Rest House) 11:50
↓arrow (mark or symbol) [A22] Hachimantai Mountain Hotel
↓ Explore the summit area and board a bus from the Hachimantai Summit bus stop.
❽ Bus stop: Matsukawaso Exit 12:19 Arrival
↓ (stay about 1 hour and 50 minutes)
↓ Arrive at Matsukawa-so. For lunch, enjoy a meal of the famous "grilled char with salt" and the famous "Matsukawa Onsen" hot spring.
❽ Bus stop: Matsukawaso Exit 14:45
↓arrow (mark or symbol) [A11] To Morioka Bus Center
❾ Bus stop: Morioka Station (Bus Stop ③) 16:35 Arrival
On the way back, we arrived at Morioka Station after being shaken by bus. Good night!