The Kaho Alps

Name of route: The Kaho Alps (Mt. Umami, Mt. Egawadake, Mt. Heizan, Mt. Kosho)

In 2016, the peaks of Mt. Umami, Mt. Heizan and Mt. Kosho were listed as Japan mountain heritage. At the trailhead is a camping ground and there is a set route up from the Asakura City side.
From Kama Pass to Akizuki, the route follows the Kyushu Nature Trail and there is a wealth of sights to see, including the Virgin boxwood forest (a Government-designated Natural Monument). Hikers will also feast their eyes on the Windhole and Gojisho Rock on the path up Mt. Umami.

Location data

Furujoyama Camping Village "Yujin no Mori"

This camping facility is spread across the foothills of Mt. Kosho, a pristine natural environment. Amenities are excellent and the summer house-like cottages are popular. Even beginners can easily enjoy the outdoors all year round here.

■Amenities
Parking: Yes / Toilets: Yes / Water station: Yes / Camping: Yes

Mt. Umami Camp Village

Mt. Umami is the highest peak of the Kaho Alps. This camping facility, located in the foothills, is open in the summer months of July to September. It is known for good value and has log houses, a cookhouse and more.

■Amenities
Parking: Yes / Toilets: No / Water station: No / Camping: Yes
■Address
Zuibaiji, Itoshima City
■Opening Hours
9am - 5pm
■Operating season
July-Sept　※Unstaffed if no reservations have been made
■Telephone Number
0948-57-0621

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Sleepy cafe nico, a secret base in the forest

The concept here is "secret base in the forest" where everyone from kids to adults can relax in a pleasant natural space. Take in the changing seasonal scenery as you dine.

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

Sightseeing information

View from the summit of Mt. Umami

On a clear day, there are views out beyond Mt. Hiko to the peaks of Kuju, Aso and Fugen.
Virgin boxwood forest (Mt. Kosho) - Government-designated Natural Monument

This forest is found near the summit of Mt. Kosho, which straddles the towns of Kama and Asakura.

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Orange spider lily (Mt. Kosho)

In the flowering season of late July and early August, the whole mountainside turns orange.

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The Windhole and Gojisho Rock (Mt. Umami)

There are two sights not to be missed on the Mt. Umami route. The Windhole is a gap in rocks that makes the cooling sound of a burbling brook, a pleasant cool breeze in summer. Near the summit is the Gojisho Rock, standing at 24m. It is a giant rock with a bizarre shape that never ceases to amaze us.
Jewel bug (Mt. Kosho)

The boxwood forest atop Mt. Kosho is the habitat of the jewel bug (Poecilocoris splendidulus), which sport beautiful changing colors and patterns as they grow. It is a threatened species.

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