Mt. Myogi, located within the Myogi-Arafune-Saku Kogen Quasi-National Park, spans both Gunma and Nagano prefectures. Known as one of Japan’s Three Most Notable Scenic Mountain Landscapes, its dramatically eroded form has long inspired reverence as a sacred mountain.
Recommended course
The “Nakakan-dō & Stone Gate Path” traverse hike begins at Nakano-take Shrine, a site known for bringing good luck in love and matchmaking. From there, the trail leads through the First Stone Gate, continues up a chain-assisted climb at the Second Stone Gate, passes through the Third and Fourth Stone Gates, and follows steep chain stairs, the Taruwaki Waterfall, and the First Viewpoint, before reaching the final destination at Myogi Shrine.
– Distance: Approximately 8 km
– Time required: Around 5 hours (including rest breaks)
– Elevation change: From about 460 m to 890 m
