Mount Tenchō, Active volcano in Shiretoko Peninsula, Japan.
Mount Tenchō rises to 1046 meters between Rausu and Shari towns, featuring steep slopes and diverse geological formations along the northern coast of Hokkaidō.
The mountain's geological structure contains layers of andesite rock, revealing multiple volcanic activities throughout different periods of the Kurile arc formation.
Local Ainu communities maintain traditional connections to Mount Tenchō through their customs, stories, and seasonal ceremonial practices in the Shiretoko region.
Hiking trails to Mount Tenchō remain accessible from both Rausu and Shari towns, with summer offering the most suitable conditions for mountain climbing.
The mountain provides a natural habitat for numerous species within its varying elevation zones, from sea level to the 1046-meter summit.
Location: Rausu
Location: Shari
Elevation above the sea: 1,046 m
GPS coordinates: 44.04445,145.08580
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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