This mountain is called the Ono Fuji for its beautiful pyramid-like shape reminiscent of its famous cousin outside Tokyo. Although it is only 1,524m tall, because it is a solitary mountain the view from the top is excellent. The book's mountains are chosen on the basis of their quality, history, and character, and Arashimadake was chosen for its dignified shape. The usual route starts at the Kadohara Ski Area and climbs while overlooking the meandering flow of the Kuzuryu River.
Climbers break through a beech forest and walk across a field of bamboo grass.
The view from the broad mountain top is superb, taking in Hakusan Mountain and the northern Japan Alps. 1997 Kansai International Public Relations Promotion Office. All Rights Reserved.