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Sunset

Golden Light on Mt. Hinoto

A quiet climb to watch the sun dip below the horizon, ending with a warm drink in Jinego.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 240 min

Timeline

  1. 16:34

    Mt. Hinoto

    Start the climb at the trail head. The first few kilometers are unpaved, so take your time and enjoy the fresh air. The round trip takes about five hours, but you only need to reach a good vantage point for the view.

  2. 18:24

    Mt. Hinoto

    Settle into a comfortable spot on the mountain. The sun sets toward the WNW, offering a wide view of the sky shifting from bright gold to deep blue.

  3. 19:04

    Mt. Hinoto

    Watch the sunset. The light fades quickly after the sun dips below the horizon.

  4. 20:34

    Mt. Hinoto

    Begin your descent. The climb back down is easier on the knees than the ascent.

  5. 22:04

    Mt. Hinoto

    Finish in Jinego. Grab a snack or a warm drink to warm up after the climb. The road to the trail head is unpaved for the last few kilometers, so allow extra time if you are driving back.

Local tip

The road to the trail head is unpaved for a few kilometers. Check the route if you are driving. The mountain is free to climb, but bring plenty of water and snacks as there are no shops on the trail.

Check before you go

  • The road is closed in winter.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Yurihonjo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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