Mount Hi

Mount Hi rises approximately 270 meters above Shimonoseki and is accessed by a ropeway or several hiking trails. The routes pass through terrain of varying steepness with rocky sections and offer views toward the Kanmon Straits.

The mountain was part of a military installation from 1890 until public access resumed in 1948, serving as a fortification within the Shimonoseki defensive complex. After demilitarization, the site became open to visitors.

Local traditions connect Mount Hi to fire deities, with the mountain's Japanese name, Hino Yama, translating to Fire Mountain in English.

A ropeway provides direct access to the summit with observation points, or visitors can hike up if they prefer a longer walk. The site is most rewarding on clear days when views of the straits are unobstructed.

Weather monitoring cameras at the peak stream real-time footage of the region and the adjacent Kanmon Bridge to local media outlets. These cameras serve both news broadcasters and provide hikers with live condition updates.

Location: Shimonoseki

Elevation above the sea: 268.2 m

GPS coordinates: 33.97439,130.96065

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:50