[2025 Yuza Attraction] Travel Guide for Mount Chōkai (Updated May)

We reached the summit on the first day and were excited to do the same on the second day, but there was a very strong wind blowing at Mihama hut. We decided to retreat quietly because we didn't want to get injured. On the way down, we enjoyed the beautiful view of the coastline of the Sea of ​​Japan below us. #Mountain climbing #Mt. Chokai

There are many famous snowfields in high mountains in Japan. The snowfield of Mt. Chokai is one of them. Despite it being early summer, there is still a lot of snow remaining, and a cool air is in the air. You can walk through this snowfield, but be sure to use chain spikes or light crampons. There are also traces of fallen rocks and holes here and there, so we recommend that you basically follow the trail. Even on the trail, you will pass through some snowfields. #MountainClimbing #Mt.Chokai #SnowScenery #SnowGrey

This mountain hut is located on the mountainside of Mt. Chokai, right in front of Lake Chokai. On the route up from Kisakata side, the only other hut is at the summit, so it is used as a relay base. If you stay here for a night, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Sea of ​​Japan in the evening. #Mt.Chokai #MountainClimbing

It's a strange sight, with snow still remaining here and there even though it's early summer. Snowfields are common on high mountains, but perhaps because of Mt. Chokai's high altitude and the location, where the temperature doesn't rise that much, there are still snowfields here and there. Once you get here, you'll be able to enjoy a fun climb while looking at the summit of Mt. Chokai, your goal. #MountainClimbing #Mt.Chokai

After climbing the first slope of Mt. Chokai and reaching the ridge, you will reach a point overlooking the round crater below. This is Lake Chokai. Because we came so early in summer, parts of the lake were still frozen. From Lake Chokai, climbing Mt. Chokai becomes really fun. #MountainClimbing #Mt.Chokai

Mount Chokai stands symbolically on the border between Akita and Yamagata prefectures, in an area facing the Sea of ​​Japan. Its magnificent shape is also known as Dewa Fuji or Shonai Fuji, and it has been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. It is extremely well-known and is undoubtedly a mountain well worth climbing, but the climb takes a long time and involves walking across snowy fields. Be sure to be well prepared when you go. #MountainClimbing #MountChokai #Yamagata #Akita

Mt. Chokai is a famous peak in Tohoku. It is a very windy mountain because it is close to the sea, but as the season progresses, it is completely covered in snow. The base of the mountain is still covered in autumn leaves, so it is a strange sight where you can enjoy both autumn leaves and snow scenery at the same time. This is a view that can only be seen during this season. #autumn leaves #snow scenery #Mt. Chokai

There are many new redevelopment projects in Cheung Sha Wan. While injecting vitality into the community, it also brings demand for mid- to high-end food, attracting many good restaurants to move in. Today, I went to eat at one of the boutique teppanyaki restaurants with my newly moved friends. Teppanyaki restaurants are becoming more and more popular in Hong Kong. Many people have begun to appreciate the art of teppanyaki cuisine. In Cantonese cuisine, we often mention the concept of wok-fried food. In Japanese cuisine, teppanyaki is also used to convey this fiery sensory enjoyment. The woodcarving of the sign has a strong Japanese atmosphere. The murals and woodcarving menus in the store give off an izakaya feel. There are about 10 bar seats, a teppanyaki stove and a sushi and sashimi cooking area, so that diners can appreciate the entire cooking process. There are also some scattered tables for some guests who want to focus on chatting. 📓When you open the menu, you can see several two-person meals. In addition, there are also à la carte teppanyaki dishes, sushi and sashimi, etc. It is a very comprehensive Japanese restaurant. Today I chose a Teppanyaki King Prawn Set for Two ($598), which features specially prepared Teppanyaki dishes. Other sets include the day’s sashimi and Teppanyaki cooked food. When I saw other customers ordering lobster meals, the sushi chef prepared the sashimi platter very carefully, with delicious ingredients such as sea urchin and deep-sea pond fish, which was not ordinary stuff at all 😍 I will try it next time. 🥗Appetizer salad The romaine lettuce is fresh and sweet, and the sauce is sour and appetizing. 🐟 Silver Cod | 8.5/10 The first dish was silver cod. The chef lightly grilled both sides to force out the fish oil hidden in the fish body. The fish meat on both sides was grilled crispy. Before serving, it was seasoned with butter, soy sauce and wine to make it more layered. The fish meat is tender and white, and tastes oily but not greasy. 🦐 Prawns | 7.5/10 The second dish is to appreciate the chef's smooth processing of the prawns. First, separate the prawn head from the prawn body, then use two iron plate forks to pull out the white and smooth shrimp meat from the prawn body and put it back on the preparation plate, because the prawn head needs to be roasted first to lock in the shrimp paste and oil. The prawn meat is divided into the left side, right side and tail, and the pleasure of biting into the prawn meat is still retained, with a bit of chewiness. The delicious and fragrant shrimp head makes you want to suck the essence inside 😙 🥩Angus Beef Tenderloin | 8.5/10 I was quite surprised when I saw the beef tenderloin because it was very thick, almost 2 inches thick. Watching the chef cut it into ten pieces with a knife, and simply adding some salt to cook it makes it taste great. It is soft and tender in the mouth, the flame is controlled just right, the beef tenderloin is rich and juicy, and it really tastes sweet. Garlic slices are served on the side, but I think the original flavor is enough to satisfy me😋 🍛Teppanyaki fried rice | 7/10 It was fried very dry, and the rice was made with eggs, fried garlic, onions and sakura shrimp. Just the smell was appetizing, and the rice grains had a bit of a bite. 🫕Miso soup The miso is rich in flavor and the tofu is tender and smooth. 🥬 Stir-fried bean sprouts The stir-fried bean sprouts absorbed more oil, which made me feel even more guilty, but the crispy taste was so addictive. #LocalTours #foodie #HongKongGoodDestination #SummerFoodRecommendations #SummerGoodDestination

Located on the border between Yamagata and Akita prefectures, it faces the Sea of ​​Japan and has an elevation of 2,236 meters! It's rare to find a mountain facing the sea✨ One of the mountains in Tohoku, also known as "Dewa Fuji"! If it's clear, you can see the Sea of ​​Japan from the Hokotate Observatory at the 5th station! I climbed up to the 7th station! At the relay point on the trail, 7th station Mihama, at an elevation of 1,700 meters, there is Lake Chokai, and the scenery is incredibly beautiful! There are lots of cute flowers blooming on Mt. Chokai, such as Chokai thistle and Chokai bran! It was fun climbing while looking at the flowers! I was nervous because it was my first time climbing, but I was really grateful that they taught me how to breathe and adjusted my walking speed to suit me😭 ⚠︎ The parking lot was full even at 6:30 a.m. on a Sunday💦 I couldn't find a spot that was open, even when parking on the street💦 Please go and check it out! #Mount Chokai #Mountain climbing #Lake Chokai #Nikaho City #Kisagata #Akita #Akita trip #Nature and spectacular views

① #Mototaki Underground Water Address: Mototaki, Seki, Kisakata-machi, Nikaho-shi, Akita Access: 15 minutes by car from Kisakata Station Opening hours: Open every day ② #Roadside Station Nemuno-Oka Address: 73-1 Oshiokoshi, Kisakata-machi, Nikaho-shi, Akita Access: 6 minutes by car from Kisakata Station Opening hours: 9:00-21:00 ⇨The observation bath is very popular✨ It's great to soak in the bathtub while watching the sun set over the Sea of ​​Japan! A new Montbell store has recently opened, and you can now rent e-bikes! ③ #Mt. Chokai Address: Fukiura, Yuza-machi, Akumi-gun, Yamagata Access: 30 minutes by car from Kisakata Station Mt. Chokai is located on the border between Yamagata and Akita! When it's sunny, you can see a very beautiful view! ④ #GuesthouseFumoto Address: 4-5 Yokooka Maeda, Kisakata-machi, Nikaho-shi, Akita Access: 15 minutes by car from Kisakata Station Full of plans for workcation and enjoying nature◎ ⑤ #Kinpo Shrine Address: Kotaki, Kisakata-machi, Nikaho-shi, Akita Access: 15 minutes by car from Kisakata Station Sweets shop opening hours: 10:00-17:00 Nikaho-shi, Akita-ken has lots of great spots! For your next trip✌️ #FuriTabi #Nikaho #AkitaTourism #Akita #NikahoCity

#summerdestinations Mount Chōkai is an active volcano located on the southern border of Akita and Yamagata in the Tōhoku region of Japan, and is 2,236 m tall. Because of its symmetrical shape and massive size, it is also variously known as Dewa Fuji, Akita Fuji or Shōnai Fuji depending on the location of the viewer. The distance from Haraigawa (5th station) to Shichitakayama (10th station) is 4.4km. The elevation difference is just over 1,000m. The estimated time required for the climb, including breaks, is about 4 to 4.5 hours for the ascent and about 3 to 3.5 hours for the descent. In addition to full-scale mountain climbing to the summit, trekking to the 7th station is also popular. Mt. Chokai opens for summer climbing on July 1st, and the full-scale climbing season begins. The independent peak, which rises from 0 meters above sea level on the Sea of Japan to an altitude of 2,236 meters, is famous as a mountain that is coveted by climbers. If you are aiming for the summit, we recommend bringing crampons. Beginners are not allowed to climb alone. #japan #mountainview