Overview
Mount Kamuriki is a 1,252-meter peak straddling the city of Chikuma and the village of Chikuhoku in Nagano Prefecture, at the southwestern edge of the Nagano Basin. It is also popularly known as Ubasuteyama or Obasuteyama after an old legend, and bears several other names as well.
Highlights
- ●A 1,252-meter peak at the southwestern edge of the Nagano Basin
- ●Popularly known as Obasuteyama
- ●Bears several names such as Kamuriyama and Sarashinayama
- ●Views toward the Nagano Basin from near the summit
History
Long known by several names, the mountain has also been associated with an old legend behind the name Obasuteyama. It straddles the city of Chikuma and the village of Chikuhoku at the southwestern edge of the Nagano Basin.
Access
It sits on the border of the city of Chikuma and the village of Chikuhoku in Nagano Prefecture.
Best season
From the fresh greenery of early summer through the autumn foliage, the mountain and basin views can be enjoyed.
Map
36.2807, 138.0620 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter the mountain trail from a trailhead at the foot
- 2Aim for the 1,252-meter summit
- 3Look out toward the Nagano Basin from near the top
- 4Learn about the origins of the mountain's several names
Did you know?
💡 Mount Kamuriki bears several names, including Kamuriyama, Sarashinayama, and Bōjō.
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