Mt. Akausagi
A rounded, rabbit-like cuteness
A mountain on the border with Ishikawa Prefecture.
Its gentle, rounded silhouette resembles a rabbit, hence the name.
Near the distinctive red-roofed emergency shelter, rare alpine plants such as the Japanese daylily can be seen.
Elevation: 1,628m
【Best Time to See Daylilies on Mt. Akausagi】
Late June to early July
【Maximum Vehicle Height】
Up to 9m (may hit branches)
【Restrooms】
Temporary toilets are available at the trailhead, and there is also a toilet at the Mt. Akausagi Shelter.
The restroom in the Obara settlement along National Route 157 is a flush toilet.
- Area
- Eiheiji, Okuetsu
- Category
- Natural Scenery
Information
- Telephone Number
- 【Inquiries】Katsuyama City Hall, Commerce, Industry, and Culture Division: 0779-88-8117 【Forest Road Information】Katsuyama City Hall, Agriculture and Forestry Division: 0779-88-8121
- Address
- 福井県勝山市
- Opening Hours
- Gate Opening Hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM ※The road is typically reopened in early June and closed again in mid-November.
- Prices
- Toll: Adults 400 yen, Elementary school students and younger 100 yen
- Getting There
- From Nagayama Intersection in Katsuyama City, drive approximately 10 km (12 minutes by car) along National Route 157 toward Shiramine. Immediately after crossing the red bridge over the Takinami River, you will find the entrance to Obara on the right. The parking lot is a 30-minute drive from Obara.
- Car Park
- Yes
- Car Park: Available Spots
- 100 units
- Parking Space for Large Buses
- Minibuses only (Medium-sized and large vehicles prohibited)
