#Mt. Kinkan

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Sunlit Cape and Fishing Port under Cloudy Sky

Location: Mt. Kinkan, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 14:53 January 31, 2023

With the help of a telephoto lens, the peak of Mt. Kinkan offers a clear view of Cape Mihama, which stretches south to north creating the calm and sandy shores of Heda Port located on the eastern coast of Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Cape Mihama has several attractions for photographers and visitors including Heda Lighthouse, Mihama Beach, which includes a turtle breeding ground, a museum, bait shops for fishing, Morokuchi Shrine, and lovely views of Mt. Fuji.

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 73 mm ISO 100 for 1/40 sec. at ƒ/13

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📍Gifu Prefecture ⛰Mt. Kinkan - Umanose Trail You can either take a ropeway or do one of the 3 main hiking trails up the castle. I went ahead and did the hardest one, Umanose, which is not the most recommended route as it will have you climb straight up the face of the mountain. 😅 The view overlooking the city and the river from the top made the climb all worth it otherwise. 😍 。 。 。 #japan2019 #prefecturehopping #shizuoka #aichi #gifu #GifuCastle #UmanoseTrail #Hiking #JapanHikes #ig_japan #instagramjapan #visitjapan #japantravel #experiencejapan #explorejapan #traveljapan #backpacking #solotraveller #myjapan #visitjapanjp #japanphoto #japanphotography #japanloverme #bestjapanpics #unknownjapan #japanesestyle #tokyocameraclub #beautifuldestinations #exploreeverything #passionpassport (at Gifu Castle) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4rt4y6ByQ7/?igshid=175vg84al5ym0

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View from Mountain Peak

Location: Kinkanzan, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 13:04 January 31, 2023

View of the cities Numazu and Shimizu located on the coast of Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, with a clear view of Awashima Island in the center.

This shot was taken from the peak of Mt. Kinkan (elevation 816 m/2,677 ft) in the northeastern region of the Izu Peninsula.

The trailhead to this peak is located near the Daruyama Kogen Resthouse parking lot, which is about a 2.5-hour drive from central Tokyo.

The hike to the peak is not very difficult, but is a bit steep in some sections. There  were patches of snow on the trail with several locations becoming quite muddy. If you visit on a clear day, Mt. Fuji can be seen to the north.

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 88 mm ISO 100 for 1/160 sec. at ƒ/13

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Border Collie Resting on Mountain Peak

Location: Mt. Kinkan, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 13:00 January 31, 2023

The winds were a bit chilly at the peak of Mt. Kinkan at an elevation of 816 m (2,677 ft), located about 136 km (84.6 mi) southwest of Tokyo.

She has a tendency to run ahead on the trail while I take my time pacing myself one step at a time. Here, she is taking a well-deserved rest after reaching the peak first.

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 105 mm ISO 100 for 1/320 sec. at ƒ/5.6

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Trail to Grass-Covered Mountain Peak

Location: Mt. Daruma, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 14:20 January 31, 2023

The winding Nishi-Izu Skyline toll road is a popular route for both motor and cycling enthusiasts. At the second curve, you can see the Asebigahara Parking Lot and the trail to Mt. Kodaruma, which if you keep heading north, will take you to the peak of Mt. Kinkan.

This shot was taken on my way up to the peak of Mt. Daruma (approx. 982 m/3,221 ft), which is mostly covered in kuma bamboo  grass (kumazasa/Sasa veitchii). The trailhead is at the bottom of the frame near the highway.

Fujifilm X100V (23 mm) with 5% diffusion filter ISO 2500 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/2.0 Classic Chrome film simulation

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Tiny Fishing Port on the Bay

Location: Mt. Kinkan, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 12:58 January 31, 2023

View of Heda Port located on the western coast of Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. In the far distance lies the city of Shizuoka on the opposite side across the bay.

The climb to Mt. Kinkan (elevation 816 m/2,677 ft) from the nearby parking lot took only about an hour and that was with a heavy backpack full of camera and video gear on a muddy and snowy trail.

If visiting on a warm spring day when the trail is dry, you can easily reach the peak in less than an hour. Just be sure to wear shoes that provide some traction on the soless so as to avoid  slipping on rocks.

Bonus tip: Try to visit on a weekday with no crowds and be extra quiet—you might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of some of the deer that live on these slopes. My dog and I saw two large bucks only 10 minutes from the trailhead!

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 28 mm ISO 100 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/8.0

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Part II of IIII

Short 60-second video of Mt. Kinkan & Mt. Daruma on Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Pref., Japan.

(Full version: https://youtu.be/Tqp5j4jus7w)

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Kinkanzan and Darumayama are two scenic mountains located on the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Kinkanzan (Mt. Kinkan) stands at a height of 816 meters and is known for the beautiful cherry blossoms near the trailhead. 

Darumayama (Mt. Daruma) stands at a height of 982 meters and is known for its winding trails among kuma bamboo grass. 

Both Kinkanzan and Darumayama offer visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Izu Peninsula, views of the Suruga Bay Coastline, and on a clear day, a fantastic view of Mt. Fuji.

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Part III of IIII

Short 60-second video of Mt. Kinkan & Mt. Daruma on Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Pref., Japan.

(Full version: https://youtu.be/Tqp5j4jus7w)

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Part I of III

Short 60-second video of Mt. Kinkan & Mt. Daruma on Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Pref., Japan.

(Full version: https://youtu.be/Tqp5j4jus7w)