Take Yama

Overview

Take-yama is a 206.1-meter mountain rising in the southern part of Yokosuka, forming one corner of the Miura Hills in the center of the Miura Peninsula. Because it is low and easy to reach, well-maintained hiking trails make it approachable even for beginners. An observation deck and rest area at the summit offer sweeping views over the Miura Peninsula.

Highlights

• ●A summit observation deck at 206.1 m with sweeping views of the Miura Peninsula
• ●Over 2,000 azaleas at their peak in May
• ●Takeyama Fudo, praying for safety at sea, and the Hatsu-Fudo festival on January 28
• ●A noted spot for watching migrating hawks in autumn

History

The summit is home to Takeyama Fudo (Takeyama Fudo-in of Ryuzukazan Jikyo-ji), which has long drawn worshippers praying for safety at sea. Every year on January 28, the Hatsu-Fudo festival brings many visitors and lively crowds. As both a mountain of faith and an accessible hiking destination, it has been cherished by local people for generations.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Head from around Tsukuihama Station to the trailhead and climb the well-maintained hiking course
2. 2Enjoy views of the Miura Peninsula and Mount Fuji from the summit observation deck
3. 3Visit Takeyama Fudo-in and take a break at the summit rest area
4. 4After descending, enjoy nature at the Tsukuihama tourist farm and Tsukuihama Beach

Did you know?

💡 From the observation deck the whole Miura Peninsula spreads out before you, and on clear days you can see as far as Izu Oshima, the Izu Peninsula, and even Mount Fuji. Nearby are Miura Fuji, one of the local Fuji-shaped peaks, and Hodaiyama, a hill known for the ruins of former Imperial Navy gun batteries, making this an area where history and nature intertwine.

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