Mount Chuo
中央山
The highest peak on Chichijima (about 319 meters), with World War II radar remains on the summit and 360-degree views over Chichijima and the nearby islands.
Mount Chuo is the highest point on Chichijima. From the trailhead beside Yoake Road, it's a 10-minute walk to the summit viewpoint, which is unobstructed on all sides. You can see the whole of Chichijima, Anijima and South Island, and on clear days even Hahajima, about 50 kilometers away. Near the summit are remains of a Japanese military radar base from World War II. The Yoake-yama area also has gun emplacements and trenches, and war heritage guided tours are available. Entry is free, but there's no bus, so you'll need to drive or rent an e-bike.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Hatsuneura Beach
- Ogiura Beach
- Sakaiura Bay & Hinko Maru Wreck
- Whale Watching & Dolphin Swim Tours
- Mount Asahi
- Ogasawara Marine Center
- Kominato Beach
- Copepe Beach