Mount Hiko trekking, in Fukuoka-prefecture

 

Mount Hiko is a sacred mountain with an elevation of about 1,200m, consisting of three peaks,

located on the border between Soeda, Tagawa, Fukuoka-prefecture and Nakatsu, Oita-prefecture.

It has been worshipped as a sacred mountain since ancient times. In the center of the mountain is

the Hikosan Shrine building, a nationally designated important cultural property, and many people

visit the mountain in autumn, especially as it is a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves.

There are several trekking courses from 3 hours to 6 hours courses.