Mount Koshiki

Mount Koshiki rises to 1,301 meters above sea level, featuring a distinctive crater with a diameter of 500 meters containing an emerald green marsh.

The mountain's geological formation stems from multiple volcanic activities over thousands of years, contributing to the development of the Kirishima mountain range.

The mountain's name derives from its crater shape, which resembles a traditional Japanese steaming pot used in local culinary practices for centuries.

The hiking trail extends 13.8 kilometers from the Ebino Eco-museum Center, requiring six hours to complete the full circuit through varied terrain.

The crater marsh hosts rare carnivorous sundew plants and large Siberian hawker dragonflies, creating a specialized ecosystem at high altitude.

Location: Ebino

Elevation above the sea: 1,301 m

GPS coordinates: 31.96532,130.85926

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:01