Mt. Kurodake — Local services in Higashikawa

It’s an easy hike if you take the cable car and chairlift to 7th station; it’s about 2 hours walk up. If you’re fit or familiar with mountain conditions, no walking stick is required. Although if you’re not familiar, walking stick and hiking shoes are recommended. During summer it can be very very hot on the mountain. If you start in the morning, expect little shades as you’re walking under the sun. Afternoon gets better as the trails are under shades. Also if you’re planning an itinerary with asahidake and Kurodake both, maybe you want to check out kurodake first as the weather condition is usually better (warmer)...

The hike up to the summit from the chairlift is very tough, but the views at the summit make it worth it!

The summit is rock strewn and exposed. There is a shrine at the summit, which some Japanese hikers pay homage and respects to.

In all, the summit offers a commanding view of the surrounding mountain range.

Note that there are no toilet facilities here.

If you are fit enough,...

If you want to climb on foot without lift: it took us 2,5h (+ short breaks) to get to the top starting from the lift base. Trail is quite steep but easily visible and walkable. Nice views and worth it,...