Mount Ōkura

Overview

Mount Ōkura is a 1,112-meter mountain (1,112.13 m) rising in Nichinan, Tottori Prefecture. Set deep in the Chugoku Mountains near the prefectural border, it is known for the dignified profile seen from the quiet mountain town below. Despite its serious height of over 1,000 meters, its surroundings remain a calm rural landscape, making it well suited to those who want to face the mountains away from the crowds.

Highlights

• ●Views of the Chugoku Mountains from the 1,112-meter summit
• ●A dignified profile seen from the quiet town of Nichinan
• ●A satisfying climb typical of a peak over 1,000 meters
• ●A highland climate that stays relatively cool even in summer

History

Mount Ōkura is one of the peaks that make up the Chugoku Mountains and has long formed part of Nichinan's natural environment. Surrounded by steep terrain and rich forest, its scenery has taken shape alongside life in the valleys below. As records of the mountain's name and any history of ascent are limited, please check official sources or local guidance for details.

Map

35.1337, 133.3553 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Gather trail information and supplies in the town of Nichinan
2. 2Drive to the trailhead, check your gear, and set off
3. 3Climb through the forest and enjoy the mountain views at the summit
4. 4After descending, spend quiet rural time in the villages of Nichinan

Did you know?

💡 Mount Ōkura's elevation is recorded precisely as 1,112.13 meters, and as a peak in the 1,000-meter class it stands out among Nichinan's mountain scenery. Mountains of the same name exist elsewhere, but this one is the Ōkura of Nichinan in Tottori Prefecture.

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