Honoke Mountain
The mountain where a signal beacon once stood to send news to the capital
From the summit, you can see the Tannan Plains, Tsuruga Bay, and the Sea of Japan. It is cherished as a mountain where much of its natural beauty remains. Legend holds that Honoke Mountain derives its name from the watchtowers once used to signal emergencies to the capital or Fuchu (present-day Echizen City). Constant vigilance against fire led to the character for "fire" (火) being transformed into "Ho," thus forming Honoke. Also known as the "Salt Road" due to its role in transporting salt, the "cut-through" path winding through primeval beech forests reaches depths of up to 6 meters in places, allowing visitors to contemplate the road's history.
- Area
- Tannan
- Category
- History & Culture Natural Scenery Fall Leaves
- Preferences
- Open before 9 AM Open after 5 PM
Information
- Address
- 福井県南越前町奥野々
- Car Park: Available Spots
- Parking available (approximately 4 spaces)
