雞頂山

Keichozan is a mountain summit in Japan standing at 1765 meters. Steep slopes covered with dense forest characterize both its northeastern and southwestern sides.

The mountain was named during the Meiji period based on its resemblance to a rooster's crest. This naming convention became deeply rooted in how locals understood and referred to the peak.

Local mountaineering groups organize annual climbing events to Keichozan summit, maintaining traditional routes established by earlier generations of climbers.

The best climbing season runs from April through November with marked trails and parking areas nearby. Hikers should prepare for changing conditions across the multiple routes that lead upward.

At sunrise the peak offers clear views across surrounding valleys while thermal winds create unusual cloud patterns around the mountain. These air currents form from temperature differences between the elevation and lower areas, shaping the early morning experience.