Tekari-dake

Mountain Shizuoka mountain popular for hiking and views

Mountain peak in Shizuoka Prefecture with forested trails; day hikers use local paths for ridge walks and views over surrounding valleys.

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Mount Chausu and Mount Tekari from Mount Hijiri 2002-07-21.jpg
Mount Chausu and Mount Tekari from Mount Hijiri 2003-11-23.jpg
Mount Tekari from Mount Hijiri 2002-05-28.jpg
Mount Tekari from Mount Hijiri 2002-11-06.jpg
Mount Tekari from Mount Hijiri.jpg
Mount Tekari from Mount Kamikochi 2003-11-23.jpg
Mount Tekari from Mount Okawairi.jpg
Tekaridake and ikeguchidake from ikohijiridake 2002 11 6.jpg
しらびそ峠から上河内岳~光岳を望む.jpg
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Tekari-dake
35.3333, 138.0833

How to Get to Tekari-dake #

From central Shizuoka or nearby towns, take local buses toward mountain trailheads or drive along prefectural roads. Trailheads are typically within a 30-60 minute drive from Shizuoka city; check local transit schedules for seasonal variations.

Tips for Visiting Tekari-dake #

  • Approach from Shizuoka city and use local trail networks - signage in Japanese marks most routes but bring a map.
  • Start early to avoid afternoon fog rolling down from the peaks.
  • Check seasonal closures and winter conditions; snow and ice can make the ascent dangerous without crampons.

Best Time to Visit Tekari-dake #

Spring and autumn offer the best balance of weather and trail conditions.

Spring (Apr-Jun)
Apr-Jun · 8-18°C
Wildflowers and clearer trails; comfortable hiking conditions.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Sep-Nov · 5-15°C
Cooler air and crisp, clear views; foliage colours add drama.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C
Snow and ice on higher slopes - only for experienced winter mountaineers.

Weather & Climate near Tekari-dake #

Climate

Tekari-dake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2203 mm/year), wettest in August.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

43 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -2°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

39 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-12° -2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.2
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (204 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

204 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (291 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

291 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (286 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

286 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (342 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

342 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (312 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
16°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

312 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

47 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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