Mount Kinpoku

Mount Kinpoku rises 1,171 meters above sea level in the Osado mountain range, forming the highest elevation point on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture.

The mountain stands as a silent witness to centuries of exile history on Sado Island, where political dissidents and intellectuals found refuge during the Kamakura period.

Local festivals and traditions incorporate Mount Kinpoku into their ceremonies, with residents gathering at its base to celebrate seasonal changes through traditional performances.

Hiking trails to Mount Kinpoku summit begin at Donden Highland Lodge, requiring advance notification to cross areas managed by the Self-Defense Forces.

The summit provides clear views of Ryotsu town, revealing the distinct geological formation of Sado Island surrounded by the Sea of Japan.

Location: Sado

Elevation above the sea: 1,171 m

GPS coordinates: 38.10382,138.34983

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:12