Mount Sazae

What it is

• A mountain located on the border of Tsuruga and Mihama in the northern peninsula.
• The landscape is defined by exposed weathered granite and unique shell-shaped rock formations.
• The peak was historically featured in the Edo period prints of the Tsuruga Eight Views.
• A third-class triangulation point marks the summit of the mountain.

What to see

• The freshwater pond called Igaike is visible from the mountain summit.
• A shrine dedicated to Hachidai Ryuo stands near the banks of Igaike pond.
• Large granite rocks known as Ichimai-iwa are located along the descent path.
• The mountain trail passes by a stream known as Chomeisui.
• Shell-shaped rock formations that give the mountain its name.

When to go

• Early summer is the best time to see Enkianthus flowers blooming along the ridge.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.