Mount Takachiho, Stratovolcano in Kirishima-Yaku National Park, Japan.
Mount Takachiho rises to 1573 meters, featuring steep slopes and an expansive Ohachi crater measuring 500 meters wide and 200 meters deep.
The mountain witnessed numerous volcanic activities throughout its geological past, with documented eruptions shaping the surrounding Kirishima mountain range over centuries.
According to Japanese mythology, deity Ninigi no Mikoto descended from heaven and planted a bronze spear at the mountain summit, marking imperial lineage.
The hiking trail spans 5.5 kilometers from Takachihogawara Visitor Center, requiring approximately three and a half hours to reach the summit.
From the mountain peak, visitors observe both Miike Crater Lake and Mount Sakurajima while volcanic gases continue to emerge from Ohachi Crater.
Location: Miyazaki Prefecture
Location: Kagoshima Prefecture
Elevation above the sea: 1,573 m
Part of: 200 Famous Japanese Mountains
GPS coordinates: 31.88630,130.91893
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:51
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