Mount Jii

Mount Jii rises to 2,825 meters within the Ushirotateyama Mountain Range, featuring steep cliffs and rocky formations throughout its terrain. The summit offers hikers multiple access routes and marked trails suitable for different skill levels.

For centuries, the mountain paths served as a key connection between Toyama and Nagano, where local communities conducted trade across these routes. These ancient trading passages shaped its role as an important passage between the two regions.

The mountain holds deep meaning in local mountain worship traditions, with visitors noticing signs of these spiritual practices on the slopes.

The mountain can be reached from Toyama City via several marked hiking trails, and the Taneike Sanso mountain hut provides supplies and lodging for visitors. Expect changing weather and bring properly equipped hiking boots along with rain protection.

The mountain's location between Toyama and Nagano creates distinct weather patterns, with clouds often settling at mid-elevation and forming a natural boundary between the prefectures. This phenomenon provides hikers with a unique experience as they climb through different weather zones on either side of the summit.