Mount Kazakoshi

Mount Kazakoshi rises to 1698.5 meters above sea level, featuring multiple hiking trails through dense forests in the Japanese Alps mountain range.

The mountain holds centuries of spiritual importance, where local communities performed traditional ceremonies at different elevation points throughout its slopes.

Seasonal festivals near Mount Kazakoshi celebrate natural cycles with traditional music performances, regional cuisine, and ceremonial gatherings of local residents.

Hikers access the mountain via marked trails from Agematsu station, with spring and autumn offering the most favorable conditions for summit attempts.

The mountain's position creates specific weather patterns that support rare alpine plant species found only in this section of the Japanese Alps.

Location: Agematsu

Elevation above the sea: 1,698.5 m

GPS coordinates: 35.76780,137.73983

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:56