Mt. Sangun

Mt. Sangun, a 936m peak located between the Fukuoka plain and the Chikuho basin, is the highest mountain in Umi Town. It has something to see in every season, from wildflowers in spring to foliage in the autumn and the great icicles of Kawaradani Valley in the winter. On a clear day, there are views of the Ariake Sea, Mt. Fugen, Mt. Hiko and the Kuju mountains. Nearby Mt. Homan and Mt. Wakasugi are popular for hiking, especially the traversal route.

Location data

Ipponmatsu Park

A forest park in the foothills of Mt. Sangun. Picked as one of the top 100 Shinrin Forest Bathing Spots in Fukuoka Prefecture, the scenery is excellent in every season, be it the cherry blossoms, azaleas, rhododendrons and fireflies in the spring and early summer, changing leaves in the autumn or camellias in the winter. Bungalows in the park offer accommodation, and camping and BBQs are popular in the spring and summer, when the park is brimming with families and groups.

■Amenities
Parking: Yes / Toilets: Yes / Water station: No / Camping: Yes

Sightseeing information

The Great Icicle of Kawaradani (a.k.a. Nanshoga Falls)

Hiking up the Kawaradani Valley of Mt. Sangun for about 90 minutes, you come upon the great icicles of Kawaradani (commonly known as Nanshoga Falls), located at an altitude of 724m. In January and February, water seeping from the rocks and snowmelt freezes and forms icicles on the rock face. If the cold weather continues, the icicles can reach a spectacular 20 meters. Many people come here to catch a glimpse of the magnificent ice sculptures.
*When hiking or climbing here, bring appropriate clothing for the cold and climbing equipment such as crampons.