The mountain opening for MtSobosan was held on May 3, 2025.
A famed peak representing Kyushu and selected as one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains, many climbers enjoyed the trails that day. The akebono azalea was also in full, beautiful bloom.
The climb was very strenuous, but the view from the summit is spectacular.
From now on you can also enjoy fresh green foliage, so please enjoy your hike safely.
MtSobosan has many hard routes, so prepare plenty of gear and food and prioritize safety when climbing.
■■During climbs
●Prepare plenty of gear and food and prioritize safety when climbing.
●MtSobosan and MtKatamukiyama are home to many valuable alpine plants. To protect nature, please do not pick or take them.
■■MtSobosan
Straddling Oita Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture, it is a representative Kyushu peak selected as one of Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains.
Its elevation is 1,756 m.
Unlike Aso and Kuju, it is an older volcano, which has formed deep valleys and steep ridges. You can enjoy how vegetation changes with elevation.
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About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture
About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from beppu station in Oita Prefecture
About a 1 hour 20 minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture
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Introducing tourism and recommended spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu
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