Mount Nakashirane

Mount Nakashirane rises to an elevation of 3,055 meters within the Minami-Alps mountain range, forming part of a protected natural landscape in central Japan.

The establishment of Minami-Alps National Park in 1964 marked the formal protection of Mount Nakashirane and its surrounding peaks, preserving their geological and natural heritage.

Local mountain communities maintain traditional practices of mountain worship at Mount Nakashirane, considering the peak a sacred connection between earth and sky.

Hiking routes to Mount Nakashirane remain accessible from late spring through early autumn, with multiple trails offering different difficulty levels for mountain climbing enthusiasts.

The mountain slopes contain specific vegetation zones where rare alpine plants, including the Callianthemum hondoense, bloom during the annual snowmelt period.

Location: Minami-Alps

Elevation above the sea: 3,055 m

GPS coordinates: 35.65862,138.22826

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:02