2026 Mount Kuromori Autumn Mountain Climb

About this event

An autumn light mountain climb will be held at Mount Kuromori, affectionately known locally as "Kujirayama" (Whale Mountain). This is a prime opportunity to gaze out from the summit at magnificent peaks such as Mount Iide, Mount Bandai, and Mount Oguni. This event is recommended for those who want to spend a healthy day immersed in nature. Participants will gather at the Atsushiokanomachi Branch Office at 7:50 AM, attend an opening ceremony, and depart at 8:15 AM. The hike begins at 9:00 AM, with lunch planned at the summit of Mount Kuromori around 11:30 AM. Descent begins at 1:00 PM, returning to the trailhead around 3:30 PM while touring the ruins of the Kuromori Gold Mine. Advance registration is required, with capacity limited to the first 30 participants. It is open to healthy individuals confident in their physical fitness; elementary school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. Participation fees are 1,000 yen for high school students and older, 500 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and free for preschool children. Food and drinks, including lunch, must be prepared individually by participants.

Venue

Mount Kuromori

Mount Kuromori, Ichinoki, Yamato-machi, Kitakata, Fukushima 969-4108