Tosamoshibe

What it is

• A mountain standing 370.2 meters tall within the Kutsharo Caldera.
• A volcanic lava dome belonging to the Kutsharo Volcano Group.
• The name of the peak originates from the indigenous Ainu language.
• A fourth-class triangulation point marks the summit of the mountain.

What to see

• The summit triangulation point located at the highest elevation.
• Natural volcanic terrain formed as a lava dome.
• Views of the surrounding Kutsharo Caldera landscape.

When to go

• The snowy season is a frequent time for climbers to make an ascent.

Getting there

• Access the southwest ridge starting from Prefectural Road 52.
• No established hiking trails exist, requiring off-trail navigation to the peak.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.