Mount Mikuni

What it is

• A mountain peak standing 885.7 meters above sea level within the Izumi range.
• The name refers to the historical borders of three ancient provinces.
• The summit area serves as a hub for air route surveillance radar and broadcasting stations.
• The triangulation point sits between the cities of Izumi and Kawachinagano.

What to see

• Large air route surveillance radar installations located near the summit.
• Broadcasting relay stations including an FPU station operated by NHK Osaka.
• Shukuyama and the Nanagoshi Pass located to the west of the peak.
• A paved forest road that leads visitors close to the mountain top.

Getting there

• The mountain is accessible via National Route 480.
• Narrow road widths prevent large vehicles from passing through the area.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.