Mount Oritsume

Mount Oritsume rises 852 meters and forms part of the Kitakami Mountains with wooded areas and views across Iwate Prefecture. The slopes are covered with forest and several trails lead to the summit.

Over centuries the mountain has served as a key landmark in the northern section of the Kitakami range. This position shaped how people settled and built communities in the surrounding areas.

The communities living near the base honor their connection to the land through crop cultivation that has defined the region for generations. The surrounding fields reflect a way of life shaped by the mountain's presence and the rhythms of agricultural work.

The mountain is accessible via several hiking trails of varying difficulty. Clear conditions from the summit reveal views of the Pacific Ocean, Mount Iwate, and distant city lights.

The slopes host one of the largest firefly populations in the Tohoku region. The dense beechwood forest creates ideal conditions for these insects during breeding season.

Location: Ninohe

Location: Karumai

Location: Kunohe

Elevation above the sea: 852.2 m

GPS coordinates: 40.26880,141.37447

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:07