Mount Kyōro

What it is

• The highest peak in Shima City reaching an elevation of 414.8 meters
• A mountain that historically served as the border between Ise and Shima provinces
• A site adjacent to the protected forest of the Ise Grand Shrine

What to see

• Panoramic views of Matoya Bay, Ago Bay, and Gokasho Bay from the summit
• The north ridge which requires special permission from the Jingu Administration Office to enter
• Natural mountain terrain that is home to leeches during their active season

When to go

• An annual community climbing event takes place every January 2nd

Getting there

• A trail from Tsukiji reaches the summit in approximately one hour
• A shorter path from Tsurugi Pass takes forty minutes to reach the top
• The Tsukiji trailhead provides a parking lot with space for eight cars

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.