Mount Noma

What it is

• One of the Three Famous Mountains of the Satsuma Peninsula reaching 591 meters.
• A volcanic peak composed of andesite and tuff breccia rock.
• A historic navigational landmark used by sailors and formerly known as Tianfei Shan.
• The legendary site of Kasasa Palace according to local tradition.

What to see

• Noma Shrine located at the eighth station of the mountain.
• Subtropical flora including banyan and sudajii trees growing on the slopes.
• A first-class triangulation point situated at the mountain summit.
• Views from the hiking trail that begins at Kurose.

When to go

• An annual festival is held at Noma Shrine on February 20.

Getting there

• The hiking trail from Kurose takes approximately two hours to ascend.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.