Overview
Mount Naka (Naka-dake) rises in Taketa, Oita Prefecture (the former Kuju-cho) and is one of the volcanoes that form the Kuju mountain range. At 1,791 meters it is the highest peak of the Kuju range and the highest on the main island of Kyushu, earning it the nickname 'the roof of Kyushu.' Part of Aso-Kuju National Park, it offers grand mountain scenery.
Highlights
- ●The 1,791-meter highest peak of Kyushu's main island
- ●A volcano forming the Kuju mountain range
- ●The mountain scenery of Aso-Kuju National Park
- ●The ridgeline dubbed 'the roof of Kyushu'
History
Mount Naka is one of the volcanoes making up the Kuju mountain range, standing 1,791 meters high. It is the highest peak of the Kuju range and is known as the tallest mountain on the main island of Kyushu. It forms part of Aso-Kuju National Park.
Access
The mountain is located in Taketa (the former Kuju-cho) and is one peak among the mountains that form the Kuju range. This is a serious mountaineering area requiring a climb, so be sure to check maps and official information for trailheads, required time, and trail conditions.
Best season
The fresh green of early summer and the autumn season are recommended, climbing during the daytime on days with stable weather. You can enjoy the view from the highest peak of Kyushu.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter the Kuju range from a trailhead
- 2Aim for the summit of Mount Naka (1,791 m)
- 3Take in the view from the highest peak of Kyushu
- 4Traverse the surrounding peaks of the Kuju range
Did you know?
💡 At 1,791 meters, Mount Naka is the highest peak of the Kuju range and the highest on the main island of Kyushu, which is why it is called 'the roof of Kyushu.'
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