Mount Ohira

What it is

• The highest mountain peak in Hofu City standing at 631 meters.
• A multi-purpose park and ranch located at the summit.
• The site of television and FM radio transmission stations.
• A mountain border between the cities of Hofu and Shunan.

What to see

• A park containing approximately 100,000 azalea plants.
• Panoramic views from the highest point in the local area.
• The summit ranch and multi-purpose recreational facilities.

When to go

• The Mount Ohira Azalea Festival held every May.
• Daytime visits as the summit parking lot is closed at night.

Getting there

• Accessible by bus or car from Hofu Station.
• Note that the ropeway service was officially abolished in 2015.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.