Although the snow on the middle slopes of Mt. Midori is melting more quickly than last year, the areas around Daiichi Hanabatake and Daini Hanabatake are still largely snow fields. Thickets of Pinus pumila are growing here and there, particularly from Daini Hanabatake to the Eiko no Sawa rocky slope, and make it difficult to take direct shortcuts. When visibility is poor, climbers should proceed while confirming the route with a compass or GPS device. Moreover, care should be taken to avoid wandering off the route by following pink tape that was placed for use during the high snow season or mistaken footprints.
Photo: The upper area of Daini Hanabatake, Mt. Midori Jun. 29
Photo: The upper area of Daini Hanabatake, Mt. Midori Jun. 29
