Kaore Dake

Kaore Dake is a mountain summit in Gifu Prefecture rising to 1,625 meters within the Northern Japan Alps. The peak features multiple hiking routes of varying difficulty that traverse its slopes and approach the summit from different directions.

The mountain served as a natural boundary marker between different regions of central Japan since ancient times. This geographical significance shaped how surrounding areas developed and established connections to one another.

The mountain holds significance in traditional Japanese mountain worship, with local communities performing seasonal rituals along its slopes. These practices remain visible today in how people from nearby areas interact with and respect the mountain.

Reaching the summit requires proper hiking equipment and careful weather monitoring, as conditions change rapidly at higher elevations. Hikers should prepare for potentially slippery terrain and variable weather, particularly outside the warmer months.

The slopes display distinct vegetation zones that change with altitude, creating different ecological layers from base to peak. This layering lets visitors observe varied plant communities across a relatively short distance.