Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally 2026 Opens Registration on July 21 at Noon

The Japan Riders Forum (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Fukuma Fukashi) announces that registration for the 'Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally 2026,' a motorcycle event visiting Japan's three sacred mountains, will open on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

This event, organized in collaboration with the Japan Three Sacred Mountains Tourism Promotion Council (Ishikawa, Toyama, and Shizuoka Prefectures), is a pilgrimage-style rally where riders travel by motorcycle to Japan's iconic sacred peaks—Mount Fuji, Mount Tate, and Mount Haku—symbols of Japan's mountain worship. The event aims to deepen participants' connection with nature, elevate their mental and technical skills, and promote tourism by allowing riders to experience the natural beauty, history, and culture of the host regions.

Registration Details

Registration Period: July 21, 2026 (Tue) 12:00 PM – August 20, 2026 (Thu) 11:59 PM

Number of Participants: 2,000 motorcycles (first-come, first-served; registration closes once capacity is reached)

Entry Fee (tax included):

Solo: ¥6,776 (plus ¥216 system usage fee at payment)

Tandem: ¥9,776 (plus ¥312 system usage fee at payment)

Registration Method: Applications must be submitted via the dedicated entry website, 'JRF ENTRY SYSTEM'.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must hold a valid driver's license for operating the motorcycle. Passengers in tandem rides are exempt from this requirement.

Participants must own a smartphone or tablet with GPS functionality and internet connectivity to use the dedicated system (for start/finish registration, point collection at checkpoints, and transmission of ride logs).

Participants must comply with traffic laws and practice safe riding. Any violation of traffic regulations or illegal behavior will result in disqualification from future events.

Minors may participate with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Participants must agree to the terms outlined in the pledge agreement.

Participants must respect the operating hours and parking regulations of each stop, ensuring they do not disrupt facility operations or traffic.

Vehicle Requirements

Motorcycles must be legally registered and covered by compulsory insurance. Motorcycles with engine displacements of 251cc or more must also pass vehicle inspections. Special two-wheelers, sidecars, and trikes are eligible. Vehicles may be owned or rented.

Vehicles must be equipped with an accurate odometer for measuring travel distance.

Vehicles with illegal modifications or mufflers that exceed JMCA noise regulations are not permitted.

Registration Notes

No refunds will be issued for cancellations due to personal circumstances, regardless of the reason.

For tandem entries, the driver must complete the entry form.

Sidecar riders without a passenger should register under the solo category.

Even if the vehicle can accommodate three people, the maximum number of registered participants per vehicle is two.

Registration via feature phones (dumb phones) is not supported.

If payment via convenience store or bank transfer is selected, failure to complete payment by the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of the application.

What’s Included in the Entry Fee

System usage fees during the event period

Data management costs

Number plate sticker sheet (1 sheet)

Wristband

Participation gift

Rulebook

Event guidelines

Event Name: Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally 2026

Event Dates: October 10 (Sat) – October 11 (Sun), 2026

Event Locations: Ishikawa, Toyama, and Shizuoka Prefectures and surrounding areas

Start Event: Fujisan-Miyaguchi 5th Station Parking Lot, Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture

Midpoint Event: Kaiōmaru Park, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture

Finish Event: Ichinoyama Onsen Ski Area, Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Organizers, Operators, and Supporters

Organizer: Japan Three Sacred Mountains Tourism Promotion Council (Ishikawa, Shizuoka, and Toyama Prefectures)

Operators: Kazama Fukashi Office Inc., Japan Riders Forum (JRF), Marble Co., Ltd.

Supporters: Hakusan City, Hakusan Ichinoyama Onsen Tourism Association

Overview of the Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally

Mount Fuji, Mount Tate, and Mount Haku have long been central to Japan’s mountain worship traditions. This touring rally, known as the 'Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally,' invites riders to visit these majestic peaks—symbols of Japan’s natural grandeur. The 'Central Japan Triangle Route,' known for its varied terrain, offers riders a rich riding experience and serves as a new platform to connect Japan’s historical legacy with the future.

This event is a collaborative initiative between the Japan Three Sacred Mountains Tourism Promotion Council and the Japan Riders Forum, proposing a new signature touring route in Japan.

Logo of the Central Japan Triangle Route Japan's Three Sacred Mountains Rally

This initiative, conducted in partnership with local governments, aims to promote a new style of tourism in central Japan through motorcycles as a form of mobility. We kindly invite members of the press to consider covering this event.

Inquiries

Japan Riders Forum (JRF)

Address: 9F, Hasebe Dai-2 Building, 5-21-2 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0012

TEL: 03-3447-8522

E-MAIL: [email protected]

Official Website: https://www.round4poles.com/threesummit

Organization Overview

Established in 2003, the Japan Riders Forum aims to enhance the social value of motorcycles and riders in Japan and promote a better motorcycle culture.

The organization works to improve the social environment so that all riders are respected and accepted as members of society. It also engages in social contribution activities such as disaster relief and regional revitalization, leveraging the mobility of motorcycles.

Notable events include 'SSTR (Sunrise Sunset Touring Rally),' Japan’s largest touring rally promoting regional revitalization and motorcycle culture; 'Nippon Ouen Touring,' a socially contributive event; and 'Mother Lake Rally,' a touring rally led by female riders. Through these events, the organization transforms the joy of riding into societal joy.