Iide Mountain

[Tohoku Alps] The source of all blessings. The majestic peak of "Iide Mountain"

The main peak of Bandai-Asahi National Park, which spans the three prefectures of Fukushima, Yamagata, and Niigata, is "Iide Mountain". Its grand and profound mountain shape is one of Japan's 100 famous mountains, also known as the "Alps of Tohoku". The view from the city of Kitakata looking up at it is truly filled with the dignity of being a regional symbol.

■ Miracle alpine plants and beautiful snowfields nurtured by the heavy snowfall area

Located in one of Japan's leading heavy 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 the delicate alpine plants blooming all at once to celebrate the short summer is breathtakingly beautiful.
• Untouched nature: A mystical landscape spreads out, where the great nature untouched by human hands remains.

■ The source of life that supports the "food" and "sake" of Kitakata

From a unique perspective, what is noteworthy is the "blessing of water" that this mountain brings to Kitakata.

• Pure underground water: The large amount of snow that accumulates on the Iide mountain range is filtered through the mountain's strata over many years, becoming rich underground water that springs forth to the town below.
• Source of deliciousness: The exquisite Japanese sake, Kitakata ramen, and the deliciousness of rice crackers all come from the water of this mountain. Feel its greatness as the source of all things "delicious".