Ōtakadoya

Ōtakadoya is a 794-meter peak in Fukushima Prefecture with several marked hiking paths that wind through thick forests and diverse woodland terrain. The routes offer views of both forested slopes and surrounding valleys as you ascend.

The mountain gained wider recognition after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami devastated the Fukushima region and surrounding areas. Over time, its slopes and natural surroundings became part of the region's path toward recovery.

Local residents maintain traditional practices of mountain worship and seasonal festivals connected to agricultural cycles near the slopes of Ōtakadoya.

Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, when temperatures are mild and weather patterns are stable. The multiple trails vary in difficulty and length, so you can choose a route suited to your fitness level.

From the summit on clear days, hikers can see both the inland mountain ranges and the distant coastline in a single view. This rare vantage point reveals the full geographical span of the prefecture.