Mount Jōhōji

Mount Jōhōji is a mountain in Fukui Prefecture rising to approximately 1053 meters with several hiking trails that pass through different vegetation zones. The slopes show natural changes in forest type and plant life as elevation increases.

The mountain has long been used as a training ground for Buddhist monks practicing rigorous spiritual disciplines. This connection to monastic communities and religious practice remains central to its historical identity.

Local communities have long woven stories of spirits and supernatural beings into the mountain's identity. These tales shape how visitors and residents experience the landscape today and connect the place to regional spiritual traditions.

The mountain can be reached via multiple trailheads from the towns of Sakai, Eiheiji, and Katsuyama, with different starting points offering routes of varying difficulty. Visitors should prepare for changing trail conditions depending on weather and season.

The summit offers distant views reaching toward the sea and coast while supporting plant species that thrive only at this elevation. These specialized plants adapted to the mountain's conditions make it a notable location for those interested in natural ecosystems.

Location: Fukui Prefecture

Location: Sakai

Location: Eiheiji

Location: Katsuyama

Elevation above the sea: 1,052.8 m

GPS coordinates: 36.12497,136.39265

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07