Roadside station “Nishine”

Nanashi Ameyama

The name comes from the fact that the weather changes seven times a day. From the top of the mountain, which is 1063 meters above sea level, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Iwate and Hachimantai.

Appi plateau

A plateau of approximately 3,500 hectares that extends to 40 degrees north latitude, centered on Mt. Appi. The walking path through the secondary beech forest is popular as an easy trekking course. You can see alpine plants, wild vegetables, mushrooms, and a breeding ground for the forest tree frog.

Hachimantai Aspite Line

"Aspite" is the name given to a volcano that is shaped like an inverted shield. A driveway with a total length of approximately 27km that straddles both Iwate and Akita prefectures and traverses Hachimantai. Mt. Iwate can be seen to the south from the road that weaves around the side of Mt. Chausu, and the blue lakes and withered fir trees in the forest create a landscape unique to Hachimantai. In mid-April, the winter traffic ban on the Hachimantai Aspite Line is lifted, and several meters of snow still remains on both sides of the road, creating a ``snow corridor.'' Passable period from mid-April to early November. However, the road may be closed when there is a danger of freezing. [2024 season] Scheduled to open from 10:00 on Monday, April 15, 2020> Please note that the schedule may change depending on the weather.