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Nearly three-quarters of Japan is mountainous, with a heavily forested mountain range running through each of its major islands.聽Japan鈥檚 highest mountain is Mount Fuji, with an elevation of 12,388 feet. It is located on Honshu Island. The rest of the country鈥檚 major summits can be found in Chubusangaku National Park and Minami Alps National Park, otherwise known as Japan鈥檚 Northern and Southern Alps.聽

Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji is the most well-known natural attraction in all of Japan. Mount Fuji's beautifully symmetrical, snow-capped cone, visible all the way from Tokyo, has inspired artists, poets, and photographers, and has been attracting pilgrims, sightseers and climbers for centuries. Hundreds of thousands of people climb the mountain each year, typically in July and August, and patronize the many hospitality facilities along the mountain trail. The area is also home to 25 UNESCO 海角社区 Heritage sites.

Mount Kita

Mount Kita stands 10,476 feet tall in the Yamanashi Prefecture. Mount Kita is commonly used for recreation and is home to some tourist infrastructure such as camping facilities. The mountain itself is found within Minami Alps National Park.聽

Mount Okuhotaka聽

Mount Okuhotaka is found in the Hotaka Mountain Range of Japan. At 10,466 feet, it ranks as the third-highest peak in the country. It is possible to climb the mountain outside of snowy periods.聽

Mount Aino

Mount Aino is the country's fourth-highest peak. It rises to a height of 10,463 feet. It is part of the Japanese Alps.聽