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• The 2026 edition includes a special purchaser-only coupon that provides 6 months of free access to the Yama to Kogen Chizu Hodai digital map app for the same area covered by your printed map. Combining the excellent overview of a traditional paper map with the convenience of GPS-enabled digital navigation allows you to enjoy safer, easier, and more enjoyable mountain adventures.

   

  Japan's Trusted Hiking Map Series

   

  For over 60 years, the Yama to Kogen Chizu series has been one of Japan’s most trusted hiking and mountaineering map brands. Covering major mountain regions throughout the country—including all peaks featured in Kyūya Fukada’s renowned 100 Famous Japanese Mountains—these maps are an essential tool for route planning and understanding the terrain before and during your hike.

   

  Updated Through Annual Field Surveys

   

  Every map is continuously updated through annual on-site inspections conducted by mountain-area specialists. Detailed information is carefully verified, including:

   

  • Trail conditions and route updates
  • Mountain huts and shelters
  • Water sources
  • Landmarks and trail markers
  • Hazardous areas and caution points

   

  Complex trail junctions and difficult sections are illustrated with enlarged maps and easy-to-understand diagrams to help reduce the risk of getting lost. Magnetic north lines are also included, making it easier to use the map with a compass in the field.

   

  Comprehensive Hiking Guide Included

   

  Each map comes with a detailed guidebook featuring:

  • Recommended hiking routes selected by experts
  • Elevation profiles and route statistics
  • Full-color photographs
  • Walking distances and estimated hiking times
  • Difficulty ratings
  • Transportation and access information
  • Articles covering the natural environment and local history

  These resources help hikers visualize and plan their adventures with confidence.

   

  Durable, Weather-Resistant Material

   

  Designed for outdoor use, the map is printed on durable, water-resistant paper that resists tearing even when wet. Whether facing rain, fog, or challenging mountain weather, you can confidently unfold and use the map in the field.

   

  Product Specifications

   

  Map Size (Unfolded):

  • 54.5 × 78.8 cm (21.5 × 31.0 in)

  Package Size:

  • 19.1 × 10.5 × 0.8 cm (7.5 × 4.1 × 0.3 in)

   

  Coverage Area:

  • Kiso Komagatake
  • Hoken-dake
  • Utsugi-dake
  • Ena-san
  • Kyo-ga-take
  • Nagiso-dake

   

  A must-have navigation and planning companion for hikers, trekkers, and mountaineers exploring Japan’s Central Alps and surrounding mountain regions.

• Type: Folded Map
• Subtype: Hiking
• Language: Japanese
• Publication Date: 2026-02-20
• Scale: 1:50,000
• Regions Covered: Asia, East Asia, Pacific Ocean
• Countries Covered: Japan
• States Covered: Nagano
• ISBN: 9784398772831
• Folded Size: 4.33" (W) x 7.48" (H)
• Unfolded Size: 29.92" (W) x 20.47" (H)
• Weight: 3 oz