Mount Hossaka, Mountain summit in Matsusaka, Japan.
Mount Hossaka is a 757 meter high summit in the Kii Mountains within Mie Prefecture. Its slopes support mixed forest vegetation including deciduous trees and mountain pines that shift color through the seasons.
This peak has been part of Japan's mountain landscape for centuries and held meaning in local traditions. People in the region have visited and traveled through these slopes since ancient times.
Local inhabitants celebrate seasonal events at Mount Hossaka, incorporating the mountain into regional traditions and storytelling through generations.
Hiking trails marked with signs lead from parking areas at the base to the summit. Spring and autumn offer the most suitable conditions for climbing, as weather tends to be stable and the landscape shows seasonal colors.
The mountain ranks as the 58th highest peak among 184 mountains in Mie Prefecture, with a notable prominence of 316 meters.
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