Hokkaido Koma-ga-take Volcano

Address: Hokkaido Koma-ga-take (mountain area), Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan

Hokkaido Koma-ga-take, commonly called Mount Komagatake on Hokkaido’s Oshima Peninsula, is a stratovolcano rising to around 1,131 metres. It is a prominent landmark on southern Hokkaido and is known for steep slopes and alpine vegetation near the summit.

The mountain is visited for hiking and mountain views, with trails that approach the summit from different sides and offer panoramic views of the surrounding peninsula and coastal bays. Weather can change rapidly at altitude so walkers commonly plan for alpine conditions.

Komagatake is a volcanic peak whose form and landscape have been shaped by past eruptions and erosion; it sits among a chain of volcanic features on southern Hokkaido.

Geographically it lies on the Oshima Peninsula of Hokkaido, relatively near the city of Hakodate on the peninsula’s southeast side and visible from coastal approaches.

• Elevation and type: The summit reaches about 1,131 metres above sea level and the mountain is a prominent stratovolcano on Hokkaido’s Oshima Peninsula.

Access depends on which approach is chosen in Hokkaido; ropeways and trails are reached from nearest towns (check local transport such as buses or regional rail) and seasonally operated services. Use local tourist information for current access points and schedules.

• If planning to climb or ski, check weather and avalanche reports; Hokkaido mountains can change quickly.
• Arrive through Komagatake Ropeway access points and use local guides for off-piste activities.