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Mount Ishizuchi

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石鎚山

Western Japan's highest peak offers a sacred climbing experience with dramatic chain ascents and significant mountain worship history.

Mount Ishizuchi
Dokudami CC BY-SA 3.0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • The highest peak in Western Japan standing at 1,982 meters above sea level
  • A major site for Shugendo mountain worship located on the border of Saijo and Kumakogen
  • One of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains designated as a Quasi-National Park in 1955
  • A mountain consisting of three distinct peaks named Tengudake, Misen, and Nansenpo

What to see

  • Three major climbing chains located along the main trail for traditional ascents
  • The southernmost subalpine coniferous forest found within the Japanese archipelago
  • A ropeway that provides access to the mountain via the Joju climbing route

When to go

  • July 1st marks the start of the annual mountain opening ceremony
  • September is the time for the Ishizuchi Hill Climb bicycle race

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Mount Ishizuchi Open in Google Maps

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