Mount Yufu, Stratovolcano in Ōita Prefecture, Japan
Mount Yufu is an active stratovolcano in Kyushu with two distinctive peaks rising to about 1,583 meters (5,203 feet) above sea level. The mountain displays the characteristic structure of a stratovolcano built from andesite rock, and it sits within Aso Kujū National Park.
The mountain experienced its last eruption roughly 2,200 years ago, which caused a major collapse of the volcanic structure. This event shaped the current form of the mountain with its two prominent peaks that define the landscape today.
Local people call this mountain Bungo Fuji because its twin peaks resemble the famous Mount Fuji. This name reflects how the landscape connects to important symbols in Japanese culture and geography.
Three main hiking trails lead to the summit, with the route from the main trailhead offering facilities and taking roughly two and a half hours to climb. The final section to the higher peak requires using chains, so good fitness and sturdy footwear are important for a safe ascent.
The mountain has two accessible summits, with the western peak standing just one meter higher than the eastern peak. This slight difference makes reaching both summits a special experience that many visitors discover with surprise.
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