Mount Echizen-dake

Mount Echizen-dake is a volcanic peak in Shizuoka Prefecture that rises to 1,504 meters above sea level. It forms the highest point of the Ashitaka lava dome and dominates the surrounding landscape.

The mountain's name comes from the historical province of Echizen and preserves regional naming conventions from Japan's past administrative divisions. This connection to old province history appears in other mountain names throughout the area.

Local mountaineering groups maintain seasonal traditions of ascending Mount Echizen-dake, documenting natural changes and conducting environmental monitoring throughout the year.

The mountain has several hiking routes to the summit with average walking times of about 4 hours and rest areas along the trails. Visitors should prepare for changing conditions since weather can shift quickly.

The peak ranks among the nine most prominent summits in the prefecture with notable topographic features. A key pass lies approximately 2 kilometers from the summit and marks a geographic distinction of the landform.