The Splendor of Tateyama

Autumn that paints the sky and earth― Autumn Tapestry of Tateyama

Mt. Tateyama is a sacred peak in the northern part of the Northern Alps, displaying its majestic form and rich natural beauty throughout the changing seasons. When autumn arrives, every place—from the steep rocky ridges to the highland marshes and valley ponds—is dyed in colors like a tapestry. The grasses turning crimson across the slopes of Mt. Oyama and Mt. Oku-Dainichi, the peaks reflected in Mikuri Pond, the expanses of red and yellow across Raicho Valley, and the still waters of the ponds—each is a scene symbolizing autumn in Mt. Tateyama.

Mount Oyama reflected in the mirror and autumn colors

Mikuri Pond, situated at the heart of the Mt. Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Its crystal-clear surface vividly reflects the majestic Mount Oyama and the vibrant colors of autumn. The contrast between the clear blue sky and the grasses turning crimson across the mountainside symbolizes the unique alpine autumn of Mt. Tateyama. The scenery spreading across the tranquil pond surface never ceases to captivate visitors.

Autumn’s brocade adorns the white peaks

The vibrant autumn foliage adorning Mt. Tateyama’s main peak, Oyama. Snow blankets the summit area, creating a vivid contrast between white and green, and the reds and yellows of the autumn leaves. Despite embracing steep, rugged ridges, the mountain slopes are covered in autumn foliage spread like a tapestry, reflecting the dynamic expression of autumn on Mt. Tateyama. It is a sight unique to Tateyama, where the harshness and beauty of nature coexist.

Autumn’s speckles coloring the rock face

Midway up Mount Oyama, vibrant autumn foliage spreads across rocky slopes like dots in a painting. The landscape, woven from the rugged terrain unique to alpine zones and the colors of the plants thriving there, conveys both the harshness and beauty of the autumn mountains. The autumn leaves appear in clusters along valley lines and in rock shadows, presenting a scene like a painting created by nature.