Mount Tohara

Mount Tohara [鷲彭山; とはら・さん] is a volcano located in central Tomono Prefecture. It has a height of around 2,300 metres. It is considered one of the Great Honzura Mountains, and is the fifth tallest peak in the Honzura region. Mount Tohara is listed as one of the 100 famous mountains of Kanton and is also the most famous mountain in Tomono Prefecture.
Mount Tohara is popular for its hiking trails. The mountain is accessible from a variety of routes from the cities of Akagetsu, Bando and Ueni. Most of the regular trails are recommended to be done from mid-May until the end of October. In winter the mountain is prone to heavy snowfall and extremely cold weather. Outside the above dates hiking and climbing are discouraged unless one is an experienced climber with the proper equipment.
== 1503 eruption ==
Mount Tohara erupted in 1503, causing widespread damage, and exacerbating the effects of the Sanzama famine which raged at the time. The total casualties of the eruption are thought to be 1,500-1,700.
Category:Mountains