Mount Itose

Mount Itose reaches an elevation of 1,866 meters within the Kiso Mountains range of Nagano Prefecture, presenting steep slopes and forest-covered terrain.

The mountain contains a Buddhist monument near its peak where local residents gathered throughout centuries to conduct traditional rain prayer ceremonies.

The mountain's Japanese name, Itose-yama, derives from its shape resembling a mound of steamed rice, connecting the natural formation to regional culinary traditions.

The ascent from Koiji-pass takes approximately ninety minutes, with pink ribbon markers guiding hikers along established paths to the summit.

The mountain features multiple hiking routes that intersect at distinct elevations, creating a network of trails through different vegetation zones.

Location: Okuwa

Elevation above the sea: 1,866.55 m

GPS coordinates: 35.70829,137.73383

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:51