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Mt. Himegami
Himegamiyama
A beautiful 1,123m conical peak offering a 360-degree panorama of Mt. Iwate and lush nature.IwateNatural Scenery
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Mt. Himegami is a 1,123.8m mountain located in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture. Situated within the Toyama Hayasaka Kogen Prefectural Natural Park, it is part of the Himegami Nature Observation and Education Forest.
What makes it special
Giant Ipponsugi CedarMt. Iwate ViewsBeautiful Conical PeakNature Observation ForestHiking Trails
About Mt. Himegami
- Ipponsugi (Single Cedar): A massive, historic cedar tree located just 10 minutes from the trailhead.
- 360-Degree Panorama: Enjoy unobstructed, breathtaking views of Mt. Iwate and the surrounding mountains from the summit.
- Perfect Conical Shape: A beautiful, symmetrical mountain silhouette that is visible even from the city of Morioka.
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
22°/12°
78%
Tue
8/4
22°/10°
0%
Wed
8/5
23°/11°
2%
Thu
8/6
22°/15°
4%
Fri
8/7
24°/18°
24%
Sat
8/8
21°/17°
76%
Sun
8/9
19°/14°
61%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (for local transport/parking if applicable)
Language
English support is limited for signage
Reservation
No reservation required
Clothing
Wear sturdy hiking boots and layers for changing weather
Photography
Photography is permitted on the trails
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible due to uneven mountain terrain
Etiquette
Please carry out all trash to protect the natural environment