Myōjinyama

What it is

• A 1,291-meter mountain peak located on the border of Kanagawa and Yamanashi prefectures.
• The site of Yamanaka Suwa Shrine which is situated directly at the summit.
• A mountain in the westernmost part of the Tanzawa range also known as Myojinyama.
• A hiking destination featuring a third-class triangulation point at the top.

What to see

• Expansive views of Mount Fuji and Lake Yamanaka from the summit area.
• The Yamanaka Suwa Shrine buildings located at the highest point of the mountain.
• Hiking trails that connect the peak to Mikuni Pass and Panorama-dai.
• A third-class triangulation point marker installed at the mountain top.

Getting there

• Take a 50-minute bus ride from Fujisan Station to reach the trailhead area.
• Start the hike from Panorama-dai or Mikuni Pass for a 300-meter elevation gain.
• Access the western foot of the mountain via National Route 413.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.