Overview
Hachiga-mine is an 800.1-meter mountain rising on the border between Oi in Fukui Prefecture and Nantan in Kyoto Prefecture. Its appeal lies in ridgeline views spanning two prefectures and forests rich enough to earn national recognition. Counted among the 100 Famous Kansai Mountains, it is a beloved peak for hikers.
Highlights
- ●Cross-prefecture views from the 800.1-meter summit
- ●Lush woodland named a Top 100 Forest Bathing Forest
- ●Clear headwater forest of a Top 100 Water Resource Forest
- ●Ridgeline walk straddling Fukui and Kyoto
History
Hachiga-mine stands at 800.1 meters on the boundary of Oi in Fukui and Nantan in Kyoto. Beyond its place among the 100 Famous Kansai Mountains, it is also listed among Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Forests and Top 100 Water Resource Forests, a testament to the value of its woodlands.
Access
The mountain lies along the prefectural border between Oi in Fukui and Nantan in Kyoto. Because it involves a climb to around 800 meters, please check specific trailheads and access routes on maps and official information, and plan with ample time.
Best season
Early summer, when fresh greenery glows, and autumn, when crisp air sharpens the ridgeline, are both ideal. To savor the woods of a Top 100 Forest Bathing Forest, daytime with gentle dappled light is best.
Map
35.3573, 135.6681 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Confirm the trailhead and route on maps and official sources
- 2Climb toward the ridge while enjoying forest bathing
- 3Take in the border views from the 800.1-meter summit
- 4Descend safely by the same path to finish the outing
Did you know?
💡 Hachiga-mine is recognized both as a Top 100 Forest Bathing Forest and a Top 100 Water Resource Forest, blessed by abundant water and woodland. It is unusual for a single mountain to receive several such national listings.
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