Mt. Murone, where you can enjoy nature activities in Ichinoseki.
The winter scenery viewed from the observatory, and autumn stargazing, are recommended spots known only to those in the know!
Mt. Murone is well known for its spring azaleas and activities like paragliding,
but since you can drive all the way to the summit, it’s also perfect for enjoying spectacular views in autumn and winter.
(*In winter, the road just below the summit is sometimes closed.)
Come to Ichinoseki for Mountain Views and Stargazing! Autumn at Mt. Murone
A prominent standalone peak. A mountain beloved by the local community.
Designated as part of the Murone Highland Prefectural Natural Park, Mt. Murone stands at 895 meters.
From the summit, a magnificent 360-degree panorama unfolds, taking in the Pacific Ocean, Mt. Hayachine, and, on clear days, even Mt. Kinka far in the distance.
Quoted from: Ichinoseki Tourism NAVI
You can drive all the way to the summit, where you can take in views of mountains among Japan’s 100 Famous Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Right next to the summit parking lot is the Kirara Muroneyama Observatory.
Here you can observe the stars and visit an exhibition room related to astronomy.
At the summit of Mt. Murone, you’re sure to see a beautiful starry sky!
The clear autumn air should make it look even more beautiful!
You can also hike to the summit via the mountain trail.
This is Murone Shrine, located at the 8th station.
You can also drive here.
When we photographed this in early November, the autumn leaves had already finished for the season,
but hiking while leaf-viewing is also recommended along the way.
Mt. Murone’s Winter Scenery Is Beautiful Too!
For those experienced with mountain walking, winter at Mt. Murone is also highly recommended.
In winter, snow closes the road around the 5th station.
If you’re climbing to enjoy the winter scenery, park your car at the Mt. Murone trailhead near the 3rd station, at Aritsuka Park, and climb from there.
The hiking time to the summit is about an hour and a half.
Access Information and Nearby Sightseeing for Mt. Murone
It’s about a 1-hour drive from BELLINO HOTEL to the summit parking lot of Mt. Murone.
Aritsuka Park at the 3rd station is located along this route.
*Compared to other parts of Iwate Prefecture, Ichinoseki gets relatively little snow, but please gather information beforehand and take sufficient care.
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