Tanigawa Nature

#cherryblossom2024 A magnificent symbol of the north Mount Tanigawa is a 1,977 meter high peak in the north of Gunma Prefecture and one of the highest points of the Tanigawa Mountain Range. It is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan. Climbing enthusiasts often come here: you can climb Tanigawa in one day. How to get there It takes 20 minutes by bus from JR Minakami Station (Joetsu Line), and just under an hour from Jomo-Kogen. Hiking enthusiasts can drive to JR Doai Station (two stops after Minakami on the same line) and walk 1.3 kilometers to the cable car. Beauty and variability Mount Tanigawa is located in the Joshinetsu-kogen National Park on the border of Gunma and Niigata prefectures. The Tanigawa Mountain range separates the southern (washed by the Pacific Ocean) and northern (washed by the Sea of Japan) parts of the country, so there are sudden sharp weather changes. At any time of the year Most of the year, the top of Mount Tanigawa is abundantly covered with snow, and very beginners and not very experienced skiers like to come here. When the snow melts, cherry blossoms paint the slopes in bright shades of pink, and in autumn the mountain turns orange-red from the foliage. There are always enough people who want to admire the beauty of nature. In summer, those who want to escape from the scorching heat for a day come. The Tanigawa Cable Car takes you up to the Tenjindaira Ski Resort and takes in the rocky scenery. Safety first Despite the fact that Mount Tanigawa is noticeably lower than such giants as Fuji or the Yatsugatake Mountain range, it is not at all easy to climb to its top. If you decide to do this, do not forget about the appropriate equipment and carefully study the route. The main danger is avalanches, so in winter only experienced professional climbers are allowed to climb to the top.