Snowshoe Trekking Tour on Mt. Daisen in Tottori Japan
Overview
Snowshoeing gains popularity as a winter exercise in Mt. Daisen in Tottori prefecture. Why not escape from the hustle and bustle of the crowded city and walk through beech forests in the mountains to enjoy the beautiful landscape in winter!
Highlights
- Experience lunch in the snow
- Experience the wonder of nature, as you trek through the landscapes of Japan’s National Parks
- Hike the admired Mt. Daisen and enjoy the rural beauty of winter
- Can be enjoyed both by beginners and by advanced hikers
- Beautiful landscape in beech forests with snow
Key Information
Description
Mt. Daisen is 1,729 meters above sea level and the highest peak in the Chugoku region, located in Daisen-Oki National Park. It was chosen as one of the best 100 mountains in Japan. The mountain has historically been regarded and worshiped as a sacred mountain and has earned the nickname 'Houki Fuji' (Fuji of the Houki area) due to its resemblance to Mt. Fuji. With untouched nature in a barely visited area, Mt. Daisen is an irresistible mountain that offers enjoyment in every season, even in winter when it gets plenty of snow. This gives you an opportunity to go into the winter wilderness and experience the cool stillness of the beech forest. Thus, we have prepared a special adventure for you: Snowshoeing on Mt. Daisen. All snow hikers from beginners to advanced are welcome. Please choose the course that best suits your level. ◆ Schedule – from January to mid-March. ~ Snowshoeing on Mt. Daisen – Beginner Course ~ Basic course recommended for beginners. ~ Snowshoeing on Mt. Daisen – Repeater Course ~ Especially suitable for intermediate to advanced snow hikers. ◆ About Daisen-Oki National Park Japan's national parks are characterized not only by their beautiful nature, but also the traditional foods and culture of the local people that has been influenced by such nature. Daisen-Oki National Park is comprised of Mt. Mitoku, Daisen, Hiruzen, Shimane Peninsula, the Mt. Sanbe region, and the Oki Islands. The park features a beautiful variety of scenery and volcanic terrain representative of Japan – from plateaus stretching out from the feet of mountains, to coastal landscapes sculpted by the wind and waves of the Japan Sea, to cultural treasures such as Izumo Taisha Shrine and Daisenji Temple.