Mount Taihei

What it is

• The main peak of the Taihei Mountains standing at 1,170 meters in elevation
• A central symbol of Akita City designated as a Prefectural Natural Park
• A historic site that was once closed to women
• A mountain spanning Akita City and Kamikoani Village

What to see

• The Mount Taihei Miyoshi Shrine Okumiya located at the summit
• A mountain lodge called Sanroso situated at the peak
• The Akita City Botanical Garden located at the foot of the mountain
• Former Nibetsu Forest Railway tracks along the Asahimata trekking route
• Taiheizan Resort Park situated at the base of the mountain

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.