Mount Bonoore, Mountain summit at Okutama and Hannō, Japan
Mount Bonoore is a 969-meter summit located between Tokyo and Saitama Prefecture. The mountain serves as a junction point for several hiking routes that connect to Lake Naguri and neighboring peaks like Mount Iwatakeishi and Mount Takamizu.
The mountain has been used for centuries as part of established hiking routes, with the Hakuunsan Torii Kannon pagoda marking a traditional entry point. These pathways developed through generations of local use and practice.
Local hikers regularly visit Konpira shrine near the mountain summit, following established routes that reflect Japanese mountaineering traditions.
You can reach the mountain by bus from Hanno Station to the Sawarabi-no-yu stop, with the hike taking around two hours and thirty minutes from there. The route is well marked and follows established paths that are manageable for average hikers.
From the summit you can see the Seibu Dome in Saitama Prefecture, offering a rare perspective on a modern structure from a natural setting. A deep gorge along the ascent creates a distinctive landscape experience during the climb.
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