Here I would like to provide the following information and updates.
・ Snow has fallen since yesterday afternoon and the eastern face of Mt. Kurodake is now completely covered with snow.
・ Mt.Aka’sGinsendaiiscompletelycoveredwithsnow.
・ The fall foliage at Kogen-numa has entered its peak season. (The area from Shikibu-numa to
the upper area has a light covering of snow.) Restrictions will come into effect on the 20th. Climbers going before then should watch out for frozen areas in the mornings and evenings. Climbers should also proceed carefully, as there are many muddy areas and puddles on the trail.
・ Kurodake Ishimuro will be open to lodgers until September 30th. The caretaker plans to come down on October 8.
・ ThecaretakerattheMt.HakuunhutwillbeondutythereuntilSeptember27andplanstocome down on September 28.
Following the first snow on the 16th, the weather forecast predicts lower temperatures today and tomorrow. Thus, it could snow at any time.
The weather is expected to stabilize somewhat from the 20th. However, people who are planning to climb should expect winter conditions. Please be on the safe side by being fully prepared.
September 18, 2014
・ Snow has fallen since yesterday afternoon and the eastern face of Mt. Kurodake is now completely covered with snow.
・ Mt.Aka’sGinsendaiiscompletelycoveredwithsnow.
・ The fall foliage at Kogen-numa has entered its peak season. (The area from Shikibu-numa to
the upper area has a light covering of snow.) Restrictions will come into effect on the 20th. Climbers going before then should watch out for frozen areas in the mornings and evenings. Climbers should also proceed carefully, as there are many muddy areas and puddles on the trail.
・ Kurodake Ishimuro will be open to lodgers until September 30th. The caretaker plans to come down on October 8.
・ ThecaretakerattheMt.HakuunhutwillbeondutythereuntilSeptember27andplanstocome down on September 28.
Following the first snow on the 16th, the weather forecast predicts lower temperatures today and tomorrow. Thus, it could snow at any time.
The weather is expected to stabilize somewhat from the 20th. However, people who are planning to climb should expect winter conditions. Please be on the safe side by being fully prepared.
September 18, 2014