Mount Fugen
普賢岳
One of the main peaks of Mount Unzen, at 1,359 meters. Hikers can reach the summit from Nita Pass and enjoy close views of the Heisei Shinzan lava dome.
Mount Fugen rises to 1,359 meters and is the center of the Unzen volcanic group. Eruptions beginning in 1990 formed Heisei Shinzan on its eastern side (1,483 meters, now a restricted zone). The classic hiking route starts from the Nita Pass parking area. You can take the cable car to Myokendake to save effort, then continue past Kunimi Junction, Hōketsu and Fūketsu to the summit of Mount Fugen. The one-way trip takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. The rock platform at the top faces the massive lava boulders of Heisei Shinzan. Spring azaleas, autumn foliage and winter rime ice are all famous sights. The trails are rocky and stepped, so hiking boots are necessary. Winter may bring ice, and you must observe volcanic warnings and stay out of restricted zones.
Opening hours
All day (cable car approx. 08:30–17:20)
Nearby sights
- Nita Pass & Unzen Ropeway
- Unzen Jigoku & Unzen Onsen
- Shimabara Samurai Residences
- Shimabara Castle
- Shimabara Carp Streets & Shimeiso Garden
- Mt. Unzen Disaster Memorial Hall
- Obama Onsen
- Hara Castle Ruins