Mount Bonoore, Mountain summit at Okutama and Hannō, Japan
Mount Bonoore is a mountain summit on the border between Tokyo and Saitama Prefecture, shared between the towns of Okutama and Hannō. It sits at a crossroads of several hiking trails that connect to Lake Naguri and nearby peaks such as Mount Iwatakeishi and Mount Takamizu.
The mountain has been used by locals for centuries, and the trails that exist today grew out of long-standing paths shaped by generations of walkers. The Hakuunsan Torii Kannon pagoda marks a traditional entry point that has guided people into the area for a long time.
Near the top, there is a Konpira shrine that hikers often stop at on their way up. Shrines like this are common in Japanese mountain areas and are a natural part of the hiking experience for many locals.
A useful starting point is the bus from Hannō Station to the Sawarabi-no-yu stop, from which the ascent takes around two and a half hours. The trails are clearly marked, making the route straightforward for hikers with some basic experience.
From the top, you can spot the Seibu Dome in Saitama Prefecture, which is an unexpected sight from a natural setting. The ascent also passes through a deep gorge that feels quite different from the open ridge near the top.
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