Mt. Ibuki

Tallest mountain in Shiga Prefecture with alpine meadows and panoramic views.

Mt. Ibuki (1,377m) straddles the border of Shiga and Gifu Prefectures and is famous for holding Japan's snowfall record. The mountain offers a straightforward but rewarding climb through distinct vegetation zones, from forests to alpine meadows blanketed with wildflowers in summer. The summit plateau provides expansive views of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, and the surrounding mountains.