The Mountains
Let go of the hustle and bustle of everyday life as you take a stroll through the woods
About 80% of Kitaibaraki’s area is made up of mountains and wilderness. Mt. Hanazono and Mt. Eizomuro undergo a variety of changes depending on the season, especially in the fall when the leaves change color and you can enjoy hiking up the mountains surrounded by beautiful maples and mountain maples. There are hiking trails at Mt. Hanazono and Mt. Eizomuro, which take about three hours to walk. The relatively gentle slope makes it easy for beginners.
Mt. Hanazono & Mt. Eizomuro Hiking Routes
Important Information
The Sarugajo Forest Road is closed from December to March due to icy road conditions.
Note that reception is poor in this area and internet access is difficult.
Top of Mt. Eizomuro
You can see Mt. Fuji on a clear day.
The Hanazono Shrine, also located in the same Hanazono area, is a must-see.
You can hike from the parking lot here at Hanazono Shrine to the Nanatsudaki Falls.
Visit Masubuchi Gyoen for dishes featuring river fish and wild vegetables.
You can fish in the aquaculture ponds and enjoy eating the fish you catch.
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