Even though the snowfall was less this year than last year, large snow fields still remain at Daiichi and Daini Hanabatake on the middle slopes of Mt. Midori. Getting lost should not be a problem when the weather is clear and visibility is good. However, it is possible when visibility is poor or if you mistakenly follow wayward footprints. Therefore, if you are not confident in your map-reading skills, it would be a good idea to ask a seasoned climber to accompany you. A number of people lost sight of the route last season, so caution is a must.
A fairly steep and difficult snow slope remains near the climbing start point for the Eiko no Sawa rocky slope. Care against slipping should be exercised when traversing it.
Photos: Daiichi Hanabatake at Mt. Midori (left), steep slope in upper Eiko no Sawa (right) Jun. 24
A fairly steep and difficult snow slope remains near the climbing start point for the Eiko no Sawa rocky slope. Care against slipping should be exercised when traversing it.
Photos: Daiichi Hanabatake at Mt. Midori (left), steep slope in upper Eiko no Sawa (right) Jun. 24
