Mount Raiden

Mount Raiden is a volcano in Hokkaido's Shiribeshi Subprefecture that rises to approximately 1,200 meters. Its slopes were shaped by volcanic deposits and are densely covered with vegetation.

This volcano formed during the Quaternary period through volcanic activity linked to the Pacific Plate subducting beneath the North American Plate. These geological processes shaped the wider landscape pattern of the region.

Local Ainu communities have integrated Mount Raiden into their traditions, considering the mountain a connection point between earthly and spiritual realms.

Marked trails provide access from the Niseko area, with spring and summer offering the best climbing conditions. Weather can change quickly at higher elevations, so checking conditions before starting is important.

The terrain contains several pyroclastic cones that show evidence of past volcanic eruptions and tectonic movements. These features allow visitors to observe the complex volcanic history of the place firsthand.

Location: Shiribeshi Subprefecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,211.3 m

GPS coordinates: 42.90363,140.46964

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:01