Mount Iizuna

Mount Iizuna reaches an elevation of 1,917 meters and forms part of the Iizuna range alongside Mount Reisenji and Mount Menō within Myōkō-Togakushi Renzan National Park.

The mountain served as a competition venue during the 1998 Winter Olympics and the 2005 Special Olympics World Winter Games, featuring seven ski courses on its eastern slopes.

Ancient stone Buddhas line the South Trail while traditional torii gates and guardian statues mark the entrance points, reflecting the mountain's deep connection to Shugendo practices.

Hikers can access the summit via the South Trail from Izuna Trailhead Bus Stop or the West Trail from Togakushi Village, with both routes requiring approximately 2.5 hours to complete.

Local folklore tells of a mythological tengu named Saburō who distributed edible sand from the mountain to help people during times of poor harvests.

Location: Nagano

Location: Shinano

Location: Iizuna

Elevation above the sea: 1,917 m

Part of: Five Mountains of Northern Shinshu

GPS coordinates: 36.73960,138.13378

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:25