Ryugamori

What it is

• A parasitic volcano of Mount Moriyoshi spanning Kitaakita and Odate cities.
• The name originates from ancient rainmaking rituals dedicated to a dragon god.
• A mountain located north of Lake Taihei and north of Mount Kotsunagi.

What to see

• Five different climbing courses leading to the mountain peak.
• A mountain hut located at the summit.
• A campground at the foot of the mountain featuring the Dragon House rest facility.

When to go

• The annual mountain opening ceremony occurs on June first.

Getting there

• The campground is a forty minute drive from Meirimata village.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.