Mount Shirataka

Mount Shirataka rises 994 meters above sea level, featuring multiple lakes and wetlands at its northeastern crater, which provide water for local rice fields.

The volcano last showed activity between 800,000 and 1,000,000 years ago, forming distinctive geological structures of andesite and dacite with debris avalanche deposits.

The mountain summit houses the Kokuzō Bosatsu shrine, dedicated to the deity of agriculture and silk production, drawing numerous visitors during traditional festivals.

Four established hiking trails lead to the summit, with the Nakayama route offering the shortest ascent time of 60 minutes through well-maintained forest paths.

The mountain name inspired the title of Lord Uesugi Yōzan, an Edo period ruler recognized by President John F. Kennedy for his administrative principles.

Location: Shirataka

Location: Yamanobe

Location: Nanyo

Elevation above the sea: 994 m

GPS coordinates: 38.22278,140.17306

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:22