Mt. Higashi-Azuma

Mt. Higashi-Azuma (1,975 m) is located southwest of Jododaira. The hiking trail to the summit starts from the Jododaira Visitor Center and passes Kamanuma Pond and the Ubagahara Wetlands, where subalpine plants and flowers grow throughout the spring, summer, and fall months.
From Ubagahara, the trail leads mostly through a forest of Maries’ fir (Abies mariesii).The peak offers hikers panoramic views of the Azuma mountain range and the Urabandai landscape, including Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro. Weather permitting, Mt. Iide and Mt. Gassan can be seen in the distance.
Hikers can return to the visitor center back along the same trail, or take the route heading south down to the Keibadaira Wetlands. This trail is steep and often muddy, and is only recommended for experienced hikers. The round trip via Ubagahara takes around 3 hours, and via Keibadaira, around 4 to 5 hours.