Iide Mountain

[Tohoku Alps] The source of all blessings. The majestic peak 'Iideyama'

The main peak of Bandai-Asahi National Park, spanning Fukushima, Yamagata, and Niigata, is 'Iideyama'. Known as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains, it is referred to as the 'Tohoku Alps' due to its grand and profound mountain shape. Its appearance from the city of Kitakata is truly filled with the dignity of being a regional symbol.

■ Miracle alpine plants and beautiful snowfields nurtured by heavy snowfall areas

Located in one of Japan's heaviest snowfall areas, a significant feature is that dynamic snowfields (residual snow) remain even in midsummer.

• Heavenly paradise: The contrast of the white shining snow and the vibrant green of delicate alpine plants blooming all at once to celebrate the short summer is breathtakingly beautiful.
• Untouched nature: A mystical landscape unfolds where the great nature remains untouched by human intellect.

■ The source of life supporting Kitakata's 'food' and 'sake'

From a unique perspective, what we want to highlight is the 'blessing of water' that this mountain brings to Kitakata.

• Pure underground water: The large amounts of snow accumulated in the Iide mountain range are filtered through the mountain's strata over many years and emerge as rich underground water in the town at the foot of the mountain.
• Origin of deliciousness: The exquisite sake, Kitakata ramen, and the deliciousness of rice crackers all come from the water of this mountain. Experience its greatness as the source of all 'deliciousness'.