Mt. Tsurugi

Welcome to Mount Tsurugi, a majestic sentinel standing at one thousand nine hundred and fifty-five meters above sea level within the Tokushima Prefecture. As the second highest peak on the island of Shikoku and a prominent member…

Our journey begins near the base facilities where the chairlift typically operates. During the main climbing season, which starts in mid-April, this lift provides a convenient shortcut, whisking visitors halfway up the mountain…

As the trail winds higher, you will encounter a relatively level clearing equipped with simple chairs and benches—a vital waypoint for any traveler. This is the traditional spot for lunch and recuperation. …

The path now turns into a series of steep switchbacks, a design intended to help hikers navigate the increasing incline while minimizing erosion on the fragile slopes. This is the most physically demanding part of the trek,…

You have arrived at the summit of Mount Tsurugi, a plateau that offers what many consider to be Japan’s most exhilarating hike reward: a complete three hundred and sixty-degree panorama. On a clear day, the view is staggering. …

Beginning the descent from the summit requires as much, if not more, caution than the climb up. The path down often follows the same switchbacks, but the perspective is entirely different, looking out over the valleys you once…

As our audio journey through the heights of Mount Tsurugi concludes, we are left with more than just images of grand vistas and steep trails. We take away a sense of the mountain’s enduring spirit, one that has been celebrated in…

We conclude our exploration of Mount Tsurugi here at the base, where the mountain's shadow begins to stretch across the valley. This peak is more than just a destination for hikers; it is a living monument to the geological and…