Mount Jūbō

What it is

• A mountain standing 920.6 meters tall also known as Jubozan or Washimineyama.
• The name refers to an eagle spreading its wings and relates to a site in India.
• The peak is the subject of a height competition legend involving Mount Daisen.

What to see

• A gazebo at the summit that serves as an observatory for visitors.
• The Kobessho climbing route which takes approximately ninety minutes to ascend.
• The Kawachi route which requires about two hours to reach the top.
• The Kobutadani route which serves as the longest path to the summit.
• The Obata climbing course where bears have been reported in the area.

Getting there

• Climbing trails start from the Shikano Sports Park area.
• Access to the mountain paths is available from Azura Forest Park.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.