Mt. Tenjo Hiking Tour on Kozushima island
Overview
Hike up Mt. Tenjo, Kozushima's highest point, to see lush greenery, rocky cliffs and sandy deserts from above. Admire the natural landscape as you hike around the crater loop. From the summit, you'll catch unbeatable panoramic views of Kozushima.
Highlights
- Marvel at the unbeatable view of Kozushima from the peak of Mt. Tenjo
- Enjoy an awe-inspiring mountain landscape
- Hike around around Mt. Tenjo's crater
- Visit the sacred spot where the gods of the Izu Islands met and gathered
Key Information
Important Information
- The tour may be cancelled or itinerary may change depending on weather conditions. The guide reserves the right to make the final decision
- In August, the peak of the mountain may be covered with clouds. In this case, the view might be obscured
- This tour is not suitable for pregnant people
- The pick-up service is only available for the 08:30 time slot. Pick-up is from the guest's accommodation
- The guide has minimal conversational English skills. While the hiking tour will not be compromised because of this, please understand that the guide will be unable to go into detail on some topics
Booking
Description
In this activity, you'll take a bracing hike up Mt. Tenjo, where you can see a stunning panoramic view of Kozushima; the island believed to be the gathering place of the gods of the Izu Islands.
At 572 meters, Mt. Tenjo is Kozushima's highest point. It's home to several natural landscapes, including deserts and ponds, as well as fields of flowers unique to the island. The mountain's crater loop route can be completed in just three hours. From the starting point, you'll see lush vegetation, and as you hike further, you'll start to notice the way the volcanic terrain changes to alpine scenery.
Some of the sites you'll encounter include Ura-sabaku, a desert made up of white sand. For a better view, head over to the Ura-sabaku Desert lookout where you can see the seascape from the top of the mountain. Nearby, you'll find another desert, Omote-sabaku, which is greener than Ura-sabaku and home to a variety of plants.
If you go westward, you'll find Oshima Azalea garden. In spring, azaleas bloom beautifully in this area. As you continue on the trail, you'll find Hairanaigasawa. According to Japanese mythology, this holy spot is said to be where the gods of the Izu Islands assembled to discuss water distribution, which they viewed as the source of life.
Book this hiking tour now and get astounding views of Kozushima from Mt. Tenjo.
