Mt. Omuro
Mt. Omuro
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Senor Tonden
Numazu, Japan1,476 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
Mount Omuroyama is a beautiful scoria cone that was formed about 4000 years ago and has a shape like a giant pudding.
After enjoying a six-minute aerial stroll on the mountain lift (1,000 yen round trip) to the summit at an altitude of 580m, we walked around the crater rim for about one kilometer on the left side, enjoying a 360° panorama. (The ride took about 25 minutes.)
It was cloudy that day, so unfortunately we couldn't see the islands.
There was an archery range at the remains of the crater.
Commemorative photos taken during the lift ride were available for purchase at the Omuroyama Dango Honpo store at the summit.
After enjoying a six-minute aerial stroll on the mountain lift (1,000 yen round trip) to the summit at an altitude of 580m, we walked around the crater rim for about one kilometer on the left side, enjoying a 360° panorama. (The ride took about 25 minutes.)
It was cloudy that day, so unfortunately we couldn't see the islands.
There was an archery range at the remains of the crater.
Commemorative photos taken during the lift ride were available for purchase at the Omuroyama Dango Honpo store at the summit.
Written April 23, 2024
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arara2139
Osaka, Japan143 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
If you have time while traveling to Izu-kogen, I'd recommend you to see this mountain!
We came there by bus, it took is around 40 minutes from Ito station.
The mountain has a lift that will deliver you to the top. You can spend time there by walking around the top of the mountain, which takes 20 minutes. You can have drinks and meal there as well.
We came there by bus, it took is around 40 minutes from Ito station.
The mountain has a lift that will deliver you to the top. You can spend time there by walking around the top of the mountain, which takes 20 minutes. You can have drinks and meal there as well.
Written July 25, 2021
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TassieTravellers99
Launceston, Australia3,405 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This is a great site for views of the Izu Peninsula and if you are lucky Mt Fuji. It located about an hour and a half drive south of Hakone Gora. There is an open chairlift up to the summit which stands at 580 metres. There is a nice one way path around the summit and there are a couple of small shrines and great views. The valley in the middle houses an archery range but it was not open when we visited because there was a forecast for unsettled weather. There are a couple of small shops at the top but food and drink options are limited however there are a number of shops and eateries at the bottom of the chairlift. The chairlift has an automatic photo which for 1200 yen is a nice touch.
Written August 5, 2024
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Yu Mu
Saitama, Japan43 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
I once visited Mount Omuro in the summer. The green hillside looked like a big matcha pudding from a distance. During this winter visit, Omuroyama, without its green vitality, was more like a caramel pudding standing on the Izu Peninsula. You can easily reach the top of the mountain by taking a cable car, and you can walk around on the top of the mountain without much physical effort. This trip happened to be met with heavy wind and rain, so we had no choice but to climb a few steps.
Written March 19, 2024
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Darren L
Burnaby, Canada138 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
Not a particularly tall mountain, but its location means you get a heck of a view from the top. The ability to circle around the summit means you not only get a heck of a view, you get a heck of a 360deg view, especially on a clear day. Ito itself is also not a crazy tourist destination, so the crowds are also very reasonable.
Written November 5, 2024
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Kimitaka S
Taichung, Taiwan15,348 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
This spot offers a panoramic view of the volcano's crater. It's the perfect place to contemplate the origins of the Earth. You can't climb to the summit on your own, so you must take the lift. The same goes for descending. At the summit, there is a promenade that circles the crater's mouth, making for a pleasant stroll. Of course, the views of Izu Kogen and the surrounding area are also wonderful. Unfortunately, the crater appears to be used as a practice area for archery, so tourists are not allowed to enter.
Written June 15, 2024
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Taigaa
Fujieda, Japan358 contributions
The summit of Mt. Omuro is 580 meters above sea level but since it is a volcanic dome created by the eruption 4,000 years ago, unblocking views from the mountain is just spectacular. Crater rim walk takes only about 20 minutes and you can enjoy archery on the basin of its crater bowl. From the east side of the mountain you can grasp the topography of Izu highlands created by lava flows thousands of years back. And if the weather is clear enough you can view Mt. Fuji and Izu islands(particularly that of Oshima Island is great). From the highest point which is the other side from the rift station, you can have the view of Amagi Mountain range.
Written November 24, 2009
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MouMou
Hong Kong, China2,989 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
From Izukogen JR station, take public bus #1 to Mt Omuro. It is about a 20 mins ride. You get a ticket from the bus, and on alighting, you pay to the bus conductor.
I ended up in this area because I was chasing hanami & didn't have time to return late March or early April. The tourist office recommended me to see Mt Omuro. The cherry blosooms were all over at the station of Izukogen station. Beautiful!!
Hot tip:
The local bus travel in very pricey!!
If you plan to tour around the area, buy the day pass at JPY1000 - it's worth every dime. You don't have to juggle with coins and if you get lost like me, you can easily hop onto another bus in the area. I didn't get the pass & ended up paying a lot more than JPY1000.
I took the roundtrip ski-ride to the top for JPY500. It's worth it. While I was not really impressed with the mountain (as well travelled as i am), I enjoyed the view of the Sagami-Nada sea and the expanse of the valley.
I took the walk around the well-paved circular path on the mountain top, albeit the strong chilly wind. Please come properly dressed.
The air was fresh & and view was spectacular. Mostly all, I overcome my fear of that ski-lift and heard church bells ringing across the valley!
Going back, I took the wrong bus & ended at at Ito (instead of Izukogen).
It was an adventure.
I ended up in this area because I was chasing hanami & didn't have time to return late March or early April. The tourist office recommended me to see Mt Omuro. The cherry blosooms were all over at the station of Izukogen station. Beautiful!!
Hot tip:
The local bus travel in very pricey!!
If you plan to tour around the area, buy the day pass at JPY1000 - it's worth every dime. You don't have to juggle with coins and if you get lost like me, you can easily hop onto another bus in the area. I didn't get the pass & ended up paying a lot more than JPY1000.
I took the roundtrip ski-ride to the top for JPY500. It's worth it. While I was not really impressed with the mountain (as well travelled as i am), I enjoyed the view of the Sagami-Nada sea and the expanse of the valley.
I took the walk around the well-paved circular path on the mountain top, albeit the strong chilly wind. Please come properly dressed.
The air was fresh & and view was spectacular. Mostly all, I overcome my fear of that ski-lift and heard church bells ringing across the valley!
Going back, I took the wrong bus & ended at at Ito (instead of Izukogen).
It was an adventure.
Written March 19, 2017
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Lim BP
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May 2019 • Family
Situated in Ito Japan, this is a gem hidden whereby not so crowded with visitors. We had enjoyable day at the top and walking around the ring of the valconoes. Morning would be the best time to visit to avoid the hot sun in the month of May.
Written May 27, 2019
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Mr.Ashwell
Shiki, Japan289 contributions
May 2013 • Family
The weather was pretty overcast, and it was a lot colder at the top than at the bottom of the mountain (obviously), and my ears didn't pop (not that I'm blaming the mountain for that!) but still, it was fairly enjoyable and worth having a walk around the crater.
My dad had brought some binoculars with him. Good idea!
My dad had brought some binoculars with him. Good idea!
Written June 9, 2013
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車で、県道111号 と 国道135号 経由して、象牙の博物館方面行ってください。大室山で、現地の従業員などに聞けばすぐわかると思います。
Written February 4, 2020
Hello. Whats the fastest way to get to Mount Omuro? I will most probably be at Ito station from Yokohama. Or is there another train station near Mount Omuro that I can take to and then walk to Mount Omuro? Thanks!
Written December 14, 2016
Close to Ito station is the Iteoki bus station from there you can go by bus to Shaboten bus stop. Approximate 40 minutes.
For walking if you up to it might be best from Jōgasaki - Kaigan Station
Written August 22, 2019
I like climbing mountains on foot. In the past I have climbed Omuroyama twice on foot. Last time I came (in 2014), I was informed that the mountain cannot be climbed on foot any more (it took me about 20 minutes each time). I understand that the grass on the slopes is burnt each year in February, I think, for a major fire festival. And therefore the mountain must not be climbed. One could make stone steps in order to protect the vegetation. So, apart from business considerations are there any other true reasons? Komuroyama has several trails up the summit, but Omuroyama has certainly the more perfect cone. I enjoyed the walkway around the crater rim. As for the views I once had a perfect view of Fuji-san, but it was already pretty dark and I had no camera with me, the second time clouds blocked the view.
Written November 22, 2016
I'm not aware of any reasons other than the one you state. However, your suggestion to install stone steps seems to me a good one. Why not suggest that?
Written November 22, 2016
ホテルのチェックインから逆算するとバスや電車の関係で正味1時間しかいられないのですが
それでも楽しめますか？
高い所は苦手ですが、リフトが低い位置にあるから大丈夫という口コミとかなり怖いという口コミがあり
実際のところどうなんでしょうか。
多分、下りのリフトは目をつぶって乗ると思いますが・・・
Written July 7, 2016
1時間でも充分楽しめます。スキー場のリフトに比べれば高さも低めで怖さもそれほどではないかと。高い所が苦手な場合はリフトもそうですが、頂上も少しこわさを感じるかもしれません。賞味1時間ですとお鉢を回るとギリギリです。火口のアーチェリーは徒歩の登り降りで難しいです。ただ景色を楽しむのなら1時間でも充分です。
Written July 7, 2016
リフトには、犬を抱っこして乗ることが出来ます。また、頂上に着いたら、犬を散歩させながら一周ぐるっと回ることが出来ます。
Written July 7, 2016
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