It won’t be long before the snowy gorge below the Mt. Hokuchindake junction disappears.
It is only about 7 meters in length now.
The snow’s surface was frozen at the beginning of my climb and descent.
Climbers should take care to avoid falling. I should mention that nearby areas are slippery because the snow has just melted. Caution is recommended there as well.
As of today, the Akaishi River can be crossed without difficulty.
However, please be on the safe side by being fully prepared for safe climbing.
*The snow depth pole at the junction was damaged by lightning a few days ago but has been repaired. Additionally, the Mt. Hokkaidake snow depth pole was knocked down by wind on August 11 but is also repaired. I would like to thank the organizations concerned for their efforts here.
Photos: Snowy gorge below the Mt. Hokuchindake junction as seen from the junction (left) and the Akaishi River (right) Aug. 18
It is only about 7 meters in length now.
The snow’s surface was frozen at the beginning of my climb and descent.
Climbers should take care to avoid falling. I should mention that nearby areas are slippery because the snow has just melted. Caution is recommended there as well.
As of today, the Akaishi River can be crossed without difficulty.
However, please be on the safe side by being fully prepared for safe climbing.
*The snow depth pole at the junction was damaged by lightning a few days ago but has been repaired. Additionally, the Mt. Hokkaidake snow depth pole was knocked down by wind on August 11 but is also repaired. I would like to thank the organizations concerned for their efforts here.
Photos: Snowy gorge below the Mt. Hokuchindake junction as seen from the junction (left) and the Akaishi River (right) Aug. 18
