Mount Azumaya

What it is

• A mountain peak reaching an elevation of 1,341 meters in Minakami.
• One of the Gunma 100 Famous Mountains within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
• A natural landmark situated near the Tone River and Lake Omine.
• A hiking destination located close to the Minakami Onsen area.

What to see

• Panoramic views from the summit across the Gunma mountain range.
• The surrounding waters of Lake Omine and the Tone River.
• Natural landscapes protected within the Minakami UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
• Nearby attractions including the Gunma Cycle Sports Center and ski resort.

Getting there

• The hike from Hotokeiwa Pocket Park to the summit takes about 150 minutes.
• Hotokeiwa Pocket Park is a 20-minute drive from the Minakami Interchange.
• Access the trailhead via National Route 291 and Prefectural Road 270.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.