In a hiking report published on November 12, 2026, the author describes a trip to Okumaru Mountain for views of snow-covered Mount Yari and the Hotaka peaks. The recorded route covered 22.6 km in 9 hours 31 minutes, including 1 hour 30 minutes of breaks, with 1,559 m of ascent and the same amount of descent.
The author found less snow than expected and used chain spikes. At Takidani, where the bridge had been removed, they suggested that rain the previous day may have affected the water volume. They crossed using an unspecified item, but noted that hikers usually go upstream to cross where there is less water.
The author suggested that November’s clear air can make it a good time for the views, while warning that substantial snowfall makes the route more difficult. These observations describe the conditions on their trip, not current trail or crossing conditions.
Source: yamap.com (originally published 2026-11-12 05:02 UTC+8)
