Mount Hōei, Lateral volcano on Mount Fuji's southeastern flank, Gotemba, Japan
Mount Hōei stands at 2693 meters above sea level, forming a distinct crater on the southeastern slope of Mount Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture.
The volcanic formation emerged during an extensive eruption between December 1707 and January 1708, producing 800 million cubic meters of volcanic materials.
The mountain received its name from the Hōei period of Japanese history, marking a significant geological event in Mount Fuji's recorded timeline.
Hikers accessing Mount Hōei follow established routes through Gotemba, requiring proper mountain gear and weather monitoring due to rapid condition changes.
The crater formation represents the last confirmed eruption of Mount Fuji, creating a permanent geological record visible on the mountain's profile.
Location: Gotemba
Inception: 1707
Elevation above the sea: 2,655 m
Part of: Mount Fuji
GPS coordinates: 35.34389,138.75222
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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