Mount Bandai
磐梯山
An active stratovolcano in Fukushima offering scenic hiking trails and views of lakes formed by a massive 1888 eruption.
What it is
- An active stratovolcano standing 1,816 meters tall in Bandai-Asahi National Park.
- One of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, also known as Aizu-Fuji.
- A certified Japanese Geopark and one of the country's top geological sites.
- Site of a major 1888 steam explosion that reshaped the local landscape.
What to see
- Lake Hibara and Goshikinuma, which were created by the 1888 mountain collapse.
- Six main climbing routes leading to the volcanic summit.
- Two mountain huts at Kobo Shimizu selling drinks and souvenirs.
- The popular Happodai trailhead used by many summer hikers.
When to go
- Summer is the primary season for hikers using the Happodai trailhead.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mount Bandai Open in Google Maps
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