Mount Teshio

What it is

• The highest peak in northern Hokkaido excluding the island peak of Mount Rishiri
• A member of the 200 Famous Japanese Mountains located in Shibetsu and Takinoue
• The primary source of the Teshio River flowing through the region
• A hiking destination featuring four distinct climbing routes for visitors

What to see

• Panoramic views of the Daisetsuzan mountain range from the 1,558-meter summit
• The Teshio Mountain Hut which offers free accommodation and running water
• A dedicated evacuation hut situated along the New Road climbing course
• Persistent snow patches that remain on the Old Road course through late July

When to go

• Late July or later if you wish to avoid snow on the Old Road course

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.