Mount Zaō, Volcanic mountain range between Miyagi and Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
Mount Zaō stands 1,841 meters tall, featuring multiple stratovolcanoes, lava domes, and the circular Okama crater lake at its central peak.
The last recorded volcanic activity of Mount Zaō occurred in May 1940, marking a period of geological transformation in the regional landscape.
The mountain belongs to the prestigious 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, serving as a location for traditional Yamabushi ascetic training practices.
Visitors reach the mountain through various transportation options from Tokyo Station, with a journey time of approximately two and a half hours.
During winter months, freezing water droplets create distinct ice formations called juhyō on trees, transforming them into natural snow sculptures.
Location: Miyagi Prefecture
Location: Yamagata Prefecture
Elevation above the sea: 1,841 m
Part of: 100 Famous Japanese Mountains
Address: Mount Zaō, Zaoonsen, Yamagata, 990-2301, Japan 990-2301
GPS coordinates: 38.13645,140.44947
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:52
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