Overview
Mount Azegamaru is a 1,293-meter peak in the western Tanzawa Mountains, in Yamakita, Ashigarakami District, Kanagawa Prefecture. Set in the area known as Western Tanzawa, it is a nature-rich mountain of deep forest and mountain streams, cherished by hikers. It is not a dramatic rocky spire, but it offers quiet mountain walking and the changing moods of the forest through the seasons. From the gateway of Western Tanzawa, hikers follow stream-side paths and ridgelines to the summit on a rewarding climb.
Highlights
- ●A 1,293-meter peak in the western Tanzawa Mountains (Western Tanzawa)
- ●A nature-rich area surrounded by deep forest and streams
- ●A calm atmosphere well suited to quiet mountain walking
- ●Forest scenery and ridgelines that change with the seasons
History
Mount Azegamaru is a 1,293-meter peak in the western part of the Tanzawa Mountains, within the mountainous area of Yamakita. The Tanzawa range has long been associated with faith and local life, and the peaks of Western Tanzawa form part of that landscape. For details on the mountain's own background or the history of its trails, it is best to consult official information from Yamakita or the relevant authorities.
Access
The mountain lies in Yamakita, Ashigarakami District, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the Western Tanzawa area. Hikers generally aim for the summit from a trailhead on the Western Tanzawa side, following stream-side and ridge paths. Because transport to the trailhead, service schedules, and trail conditions can change, please check official sources before setting out. As it is deep in the mountains, proper equipment and preparation for the weather are essential.
Best season
Early summer with its dazzling fresh green and autumn colored by foliage are especially suited to climbing. In winter there may be snow and ice, and care is needed for changes in weather and temperature. Plan within your ability and try to move during the bright hours of the day.
Map
35.4781, 139.0322 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter from a trailhead on the Western Tanzawa side and follow the stream-side path
- 2Climb out of the forest onto the ridge, gaining elevation steadily
- 3Take in the quiet ranges of Western Tanzawa from the 1,293-meter summit
- 4Descend carefully by the same or a loop route, reaching the trailhead while it is still light
Did you know?
💡 Mount Azegamaru stands 1,293 meters high in the western Tanzawa range, that is, Western Tanzawa. Blessed with deep forest and streams, it is valued for a quiet, settled atmosphere compared with the more showy peaks of the main ridge.
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