Introduction to the Mountain Trail
Check out the trails that lead to the summit:
ー approx. 3.5 hours to the summit ー approx. 4.5 hours to the summit ー approx. 4.5 hours to the summit
ー approx. 3.5 hours to the summit ー approx. 4.5 hours to the summit ー approx. 4.5 hours to the summit
Yakeishi Mountain Range Pamphlet
A detailed PDF pamphlet including maps of the Mt. Yakeishi area is available for download. (Japanese only)
Information
The climbing season for the Yakeishi Range begins on the first Sunday of June each year.
Please note: mobile phone service is not available in the Yakeishi mountain area.
Caution
With regard to the Forest Road to Nakanuma Trailhead (Shitomae Forest Road)
Vehicles up to 1.8 meters width may pass, but larger vehicles than that (such as minibuses) cannot pass.
Vehicles up to 1.8 meters width may pass, but larger vehicles than that (such as minibuses) cannot pass.
With regard to the Forest Road to Higashinaruse Trailhead (Yakeishi Forest Road)
Vehicles up to the size of a minibus can pass through, but larger vehicles cannot pass.
Vehicles up to the size of a minibus can pass through, but larger vehicles cannot pass.
Regardless of which trailhead you use, please be sure to fill out a hiker registration card.
The area around the Yakeishi Range is designated as a national park and is subject to various regulations.
To protect the environment, walking outside the hiking trails is prohibited.
In particular, setting up tents near Lake Yakeishinuma or Lake Sensuinuma is strictly prohibited.
To protect the environment, walking outside the hiking trails is prohibited.
In particular, setting up tents near Lake Yakeishinuma or Lake Sensuinuma is strictly prohibited.
Please create a mountain climbing plan in advance and climb with a schedule that allows for ample time.
Wild bears inhabit the Yakeishi Range. When Hiking, take precautions to avoid bears.
The route from Mt. Higashi-Yakeishi via Mt. Musawa to Kinmeisui is a mountain trail with significant elevation changes. Sufficient time and proper equipment are required.
Links
Location of Mt. Yakeishi
About Mt.Yakeishi
Overview
Elevation: 1,547.3 m (5076.4ft)
Coordinates: 39°09′49″N, 140°49′44″E
Mt. Yakeishi is formed by a cluster of small volcanoes, though there is no current volcanic activity.
Its name, “Yakeishi” (“Burnt Stone”), comes from the many scorched-looking rocks found near the summit.
The mountain is rich in rare alpine plants, and vast flower fields bloom near the summit.
From the peak, hikers can enjoy panoramic views of Mt.Iwate, Mt.Hayachine, Mt.Kurikoma, Mt.Chōkai, and Mt.Gassan.
Mt. Yakeishi is part of Kurikoma Quasi-National Park and has been selected as one of Japan's 200 Famous Mountains and one of Japan's 100 Famous Flower Mountains. During the season, hikers visit from all over the country.
Coordinates: 39°09′49″N, 140°49′44″E
Mt. Yakeishi is formed by a cluster of small volcanoes, though there is no current volcanic activity.
Its name, “Yakeishi” (“Burnt Stone”), comes from the many scorched-looking rocks found near the summit.
The mountain is rich in rare alpine plants, and vast flower fields bloom near the summit.
From the peak, hikers can enjoy panoramic views of Mt.Iwate, Mt.Hayachine, Mt.Kurikoma, Mt.Chōkai, and Mt.Gassan.
Mt. Yakeishi is part of Kurikoma Quasi-National Park and has been selected as one of Japan's 200 Famous Mountains and one of Japan's 100 Famous Flower Mountains. During the season, hikers visit from all over the country.