Mt. Jinba — Beyond Takao for the Adventurous
A 855m peak with an iconic white horse statue and 360-degree panoramic views. The perfect next step after Mt. Takao, with an option for ridge traversal.
Nearest Station
🚉 Fujino Station / Takaosanguchi Station
JR Chuo Line (70 min from Shinjuku)
Duration
⏱ About 4-5 hours (round trip)
Distance
📏 About 10km
Elevation
⛰ 855m
Best Season
Spring, Autumn, Winter
Trail Overview
Mt. Jinba (陣馬山, Jinba-san) sits at 855m on the border of Tokyo and Kanagawa Prefecture. Its summit features an iconic white horse statue and offers a breathtaking 360-degree panorama.
It’s also famous as the endpoint of the Okutakao Ridge Trail from Mt. Takao — making it the ideal “next step” for hikers who’ve conquered Takao and want more.
Recommended Routes
Route A: Direct from Fujino Station (Ichinoo Ridge)
The most popular approach, offering enjoyable ridge walking.
| Section | Duration |
|---|---|
| Fujino Station → Trailhead (by bus) | 15 min |
| Trailhead → Mt. Jinba Summit | About 1.5 hours |
| Summit → Trailhead (descent) | About 1 hour 10 min |
| Total | About 3-4 hours |
Route B: Ridge Traverse from Mt. Takao
A challenging but rewarding full-day hike crossing multiple peaks: Mt. Takao → Mt. Kobotoke-Shiroyama → Mt. Kagenobu → Mt. Jinba.
| Section | Duration |
|---|---|
| Takaosanguchi Station → Mt. Takao | 1.5 hours |
| Mt. Takao → Mt. Kobotoke-Shiroyama | 40 min |
| Mt. Kobotoke-Shiroyama → Mt. Kagenobu | 50 min |
| Mt. Kagenobu → Mt. Jinba | 1 hour 20 min |
| Total (one way) | About 4.5 hours |
Tip: For the traverse, descend from Mt. Jinba and take a bus to Fujino Station. Check the last bus time before you go!
Highlights
🏔 White Horse Statue
The symbol of Mt. Jinba — a great photo spot against the blue sky.
🗻 360-Degree Panorama
- Mt. Fuji (west)
- Tanzawa Mountains (southwest)
- Okutama Mountains (northwest)
- On clear days, even Tokyo Skytree is visible
🍜 Summit Teahouses
Three teahouses at the summit serve warming kenchin-jiru (vegetable soup) and nameko-jiru (mushroom miso soup) — heavenly on cold days.
Access Information
- Nearest Station: JR Chuo Line, Fujino Station (70 min from Shinjuku)
- Bus: Fujino Station to Jinba Tozan-guchi (about 15 min)
- From Takaosanguchi Station: Use Keio Line for the traverse route
Important Notes
- ⚠️ Trails are more rugged than Mt. Takao — hiking boots recommended
- ⚠️ For the traverse, start early (7:00–8:00 AM)
- ⚠️ Buses from the Jinba side run infrequently — check schedules
- ⚠️ Summit area may be icy in winter
Related Articles
- Mt. Kagenobu — Mountain Hut Cuisine and Panoramic Views — Midpoint of the Okutakao ridge trail. Famous for wild vegetable tempura
- Mt. Sekirozan — A Forest Trail Through Mystical Boulders — Another intermediate hike in the Sagamiko area with stunning boulder formations
- Mt. Takao — The Classic Beginner’s Hike — The starting point for the popular Takao-Jinba traverse