Mount Poroshiri, Mountain summit in Hidaka Subprefecture, Japan
Mount Poroshiri rises to 2,052 meters in the Hidaka mountain range on Hokkaido and provides hiking trails that follow stream courses throughout. The route crosses rivers multiple times and passes through varied terrain as it ascends the slope.
The name comes from the Ainu language and means Big Mountain, reflecting the peak's importance in the Hidaka chain. This naming shows the historical connection between the summit and the region's indigenous people.
The summit ranks among Japan's hundred most famous peaks and holds importance for hikers as a notable landmark in Hokkaido's mountain landscape.
Hikers should prepare for a round trip of about 23 kilometers and bring waterproof footwear to safely cross the rivers on the route. The best time to hike is between July and September, when conditions are most reliable for the journey.
The hiking route includes many stream crossings and passes by a large waterfall where a deep pool offers refreshing cold water swimming. This feature makes the journey more than a standard mountain hike and adds an unexpected element of adventure.
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