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Driving roads in Japan
All 29 driving roads in Japan on one interactive map, including 4 world icons, each with its route, climb and best seasons. After the ranked shortlist? Read The best driving roads in Japan.
Roads294 world icons
Combined443 mi713 km of driving
High point2,380 m7,808 ft
The roads
Kumamoto and around9 roads
Hiruzen-Daisen Skyline7 mi · 14 min · 934 m summitView the roadbook ›
Gunma and around16 roads
Tsumagoi Panorama Line11 mi · 20 min · 1,319 m summitView the roadbook ›
Aomori and around4 roads
Hachimantai Aspite Line18 mi · 34 min · 1,575 m summitView the roadbook ›
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What is the best driving road in Japan?
Hiruzen-Daisen Skyline is the place to start. A short highland skyline over Kagikake Pass, framing Mount Daisen’s south face above a tunnel of beech forest.
How many great driving roads does Japan have?
29 roads in our catalogue, including 4 world icons, 443 miles of driving in all, every one traced from OpenStreetMap.
When is the best time to drive in Japan?
Most of the roads here are at their best in summer and autumn.
What is the highest road in Japan?
Fujisan Skyline is the highest, climbing to about 2,380 m (7,808 ft).