Mount Koshiki

Overview

Mount Koshiki rises about 981 meters on the border of Yurihonjo City in Akita Prefecture and Mamurogawa Town in Yamagata Prefecture. Counted among the 100 Famous Mountains of Tohoku, it lies within Kamuyama Prefectural Natural Park on the Yamagata side. Standing in a quiet mountain area on the prefectural boundary, it is loved by those who enjoy hiking and nature watching.

Highlights

• ●A notable peak of about 981 meters, listed among the 100 Famous Mountains of Tohoku
• ●Straddling the border of Yurihonjo City (Akita) and Mamurogawa Town (Yamagata)
• ●Rich nature within Kamuyama Prefectural Natural Park on the Yamagata side
• ●Quiet mountain scenery vivid with fresh green and autumn color

History

Mount Koshiki has long been known to local people as a border mountain, its form woven into nature, faith, and daily life. Its selection among the 100 Famous Mountains of Tohoku made it a goal for hiking enthusiasts, while its natural environment is protected as part of Kamuyama Prefectural Natural Park.

Map

39.0170, 140.3128 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Check the latest trailhead and trail information through official sources beforehand
2. 2Set out on a fine day between early summer and autumn
3. 3Enjoy the panorama from the roughly 981-meter summit
4. 4Descend while observing the nature of Kamuyama Prefectural Natural Park

Did you know?

💡 A koshiki is an old vessel for steaming rice, and the mountain is thought to be named for its resemblance to that shape. Straddling the two prefectures of Akita and Yamagata is another feature unique to this peak.

Nearby spots