Like Mt. Aka, winter conditions exist on Mt. Kurodake.
From the peak to the area around Ishimuro, all of the snow has melted except for about five meters near Pon Kurodake. However, beyond that, the trail is completely covered with snow.
Also like Mt. Aka, climbers will need to be equipped for winter. They should also note that the route can be very hard to find due to accumulated snow.
Traversing the mountains can be very risky at this time of year. Climbers should be sure to bring all of the gear needed to climb safely.
The weather was fine early this morning but then suddenly changed with the arrival of lightning, rain, hail, snow, and gusts of wind. Many climbers were wearing light footwear and clothing, and I saw some who did not bring rain gear.
The weather can change suddenly at this time of year. Please be prepared for all types of weather.
Photos: Looking toward Mt. Hokkaidake from the Mt. Kurodake peak (left) and near Ishimuro (right) Sep. 22
From the peak to the area around Ishimuro, all of the snow has melted except for about five meters near Pon Kurodake. However, beyond that, the trail is completely covered with snow.
Also like Mt. Aka, climbers will need to be equipped for winter. They should also note that the route can be very hard to find due to accumulated snow.
Traversing the mountains can be very risky at this time of year. Climbers should be sure to bring all of the gear needed to climb safely.
The weather was fine early this morning but then suddenly changed with the arrival of lightning, rain, hail, snow, and gusts of wind. Many climbers were wearing light footwear and clothing, and I saw some who did not bring rain gear.
The weather can change suddenly at this time of year. Please be prepared for all types of weather.
Photos: Looking toward Mt. Hokkaidake from the Mt. Kurodake peak (left) and near Ishimuro (right) Sep. 22
