Summary

We all know Australia is the place for bushwalking... New Zealand has some good tracks too... but surprisingly the rest of the world has some places worth visiting too! (imaging that!)

This is the place to share walks from outside of Australia/New Zealand.

Walks in Japan

Easy

1.3 km one-way

20 mins

Kakusenki Gorge 鶴仙渓 (Yamanaka Onsen-Ishikawa Prefecture)

Kakusenki Gorge is located along the Daishoji River near the village of Yamanaka Onsen. The 1.3km Gorge runs from Korogi Bridge to Kuratani Bridge.
This is a luscious, serene walk in Ishikawa Prefecture. It is very easy and anyone can do it. Follow the river and take in the sights. There are some cool bridges along the way and some cute cafes in the forest.

Easy

3 km return

1 hr

Kamikochi to Taisho Pond (Northern Alps, Nagano Prefecture)

Possibly the most popular walk in Kamikochi. Has iconic views that are seen in all guidebooks about Japan.

Medium

4 km return

2 hrs

Kasagiyama 笠置山 (Gifu Prefecture )

Kasagiyama is an easy walk located in rural Ena with great views. Kasagiyama is famous for its rock climbing scene and glowing moss. The glowing moss has been designated as an important site as it is a rare natural phenomenon. Kasagiyama is a must for those making a trip out to Ena.

Easy

4 km return

1 hr

Kawazu Seven Waterfalls 河津七滝 (Shizuoka Prefecture)

The Kawazu Seven Waterfalls make up part of the Fuji-Izu-Hakone national park on the Izu Peninsula. It is a spectatular set of seven waterfalls that progressively get more impressive as you go along.

Very Easy

700 m return

20 mins

Kegon Falls 華厳の滝 (Nikko National Park, Tochigi Prefecture)

Kegon no Taki is a 100m drop waterfall that is nothing short of stunning. It is a short walk from the bus terminal, it is a must visit for anyone checking out the Toshogu Shrine that's part of the Nikko World Hertigate Site.

Medium

4 km return

2 hrs

Kinkazan 金華山 (Gifu Prefecture)

The hike takes you from Gifu park to the top of Mount Kinka where Gifu castle is located. There are musuems, amazing lookouts, cultural heritage pieces/sites and a squirrel village to visit in combination with the hike.

Hard

15 km return

2 days

Kita-dake 北岳 (Yamanashi Prefecture)

Kita-dake is one of the hundred famous mountains located in the Minami Alps National Park. Kita-dake is the second tallest mountain in Japan at 3,193 metres. It contains a wealth of rare and endangered animals and flowers.
The peak has some of the best views in all of Japan, featuring a stunning sunrise where the sun rises over Mt. Fuji.
Note that this hike can only be done during the summer months, from July until mid-October. From mid-October until June, snow can be found on the mountain.

Easy

500 m return

20 mins

Kujaku no Taki 来若の滝 (Gifu Prefecture)

This waterfall is way deep in the sticks of Gifu, located in Kushihara. Kujaku no Taki is a 30 metre drop waterfall. It's pretty nifty.

Easy

3.9 km one-way

2 hrs

Kurama to Kibune via Kurama-dera 鞍馬から貴船まで (Kyoto Prefecture)

Just outside of Kyoto city lies the sleepy town of Kurama, home of the Tengu. Via Mount Kurama and Kurama-dera walk to Kibune which is another sleepy town full of culture.

Medium

9.4 km return

5 hrs

Mount Adatarayama 安達太良山 (Fukushima Prefecture)

Mount Adatarayama is one of Japan's 100 famous moutains located in Bandai-Asahi National Park in Fukushima Prefecture. It is an active volcano that has some of the most stunning views in north Japan.