Mount Onigajo

Mount Onigajo reaches an elevation of 1,151 meters, featuring dense forests and rocky paths that wind through the natural landscape of Ehime Prefecture.

The mountain holds connections to ancient Japanese folklore, where tales speak of Onihonmaru, a demon who resided within its rocky terrain centuries ago.

Local residents participate in seasonal mountain festivals that combine traditional customs with outdoor activities along the established hiking routes of Mount Onigajo.

The complete hiking circuit requires approximately nine hours and twenty minutes, with multiple trail options available from different starting points around Uwajima.

Winter transforms Mount Onigajo into a snow-covered peak, creating an unexpected northern atmosphere in this southern Japanese mountain range.

Location: Uwajima

Elevation above the sea: 1,151 m

GPS coordinates: 33.19043,132.60929

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:04