●Please use the Shikoku-no-Michi Nature Trail. The road up the mountain is for cars only.
●Not recommended for novice hikers The nature trail is unpaved and can be slippery.
●Entry may be limited at peak times Reservations are not required for hikers, but entry may be limited if the parking lot becomes full. Weekdays are less crowded and recommended.
●Suggested donation ¥500 Entry for hikers is free, but proceeds from ticket sales help us keep Mt. Shiude's sakura beautiful. A donation box is located in the summit parking lot.
Shuttle Buses
Weekend visitors can choose to ride the Hearts Shuttle Bus to the summit
※Taxis will run on a limited-time schedule during the event. Information should be available mid-February
Reservations Available beginning Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 at 12:00pm JST
Suggested donation of ¥500 at the summit
Charter Buses
For Large and Tour Groups
Parking space on the summit is very limited. Reservations are required to ensure entry
The road up the mountain is narrow and winding. Large busescannot enter
Groups arriving in large buses must change to smaller buses before continuing to the summit.
Groups arriving by bus should not reserve online Please check the time slots below and reserve via phone. (First-come, first-served)
Buses without reservations will not be permitted entry.
Our most popular spot to enjoy the islands of the Setouchi
(Wheelchair accessible)
Secondary Parking Lot
Gorgeous contrast between sakura and sky
(Wheelchair accessible)
Second Overlook
Closest overlook to the parking lot
Archaeological Museum and Cafe
Relax with a hot drink and a view
(Open 9:30am - 5:00pm)
Things to Know
Off-Hours Visitors
Visit at your own risk. For your safety, no large vehicles.
Large crowds are expected outside of event hours. At this time, there will be no one to
direct traffic. The road up the mountain is steep, and there are numerous places where cars
cannot pass. All visitors travel at their own risk. For everyone's safety, please do not enter
with large vehicles at this time.
All vehicles must vacate the summit parking lots by 8am.
The summit has parking space for a maximum of 60 vehicles.
In order to allow as many visitors as possible to enjoy the cherry blossoms, off-hours vehicles must make way for those arriving during event hours.
We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our off-hours guests.
Sakura Conservation
Many of Mt. Shiude's sakura trees are over 60 years old, and witches' broom disease is spreading among them.
Preserving the Beauty of Mt. Shiude for Future Generations
The Mitoyo Tourism and Exchange Authority is engaging in conservation efforts to ensure that Mt. Shiude will continue to produce beautiful cherry blossoms for years to come.
View from the Summit Observation Deck (now pruned significantly)
An older tree toppled by a typhoon
Pruning and treatment of infected branches
From 2021 to 2023, the sakura trees of Mt. Shiude have been undergoing large-scale pruning and treatment of infected branches. This will allow them to put out new, healthy shoots.
While the trees are recovering, the scenery on the mountaintop will not be the same as in previous years. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we await the return of a healthy, vibrant Mt. Shiude.
The price of each Personal Vehicle Entry Ticket includes a contribution to Mt. Shiude's conservation.
Donations are greaty appreciated by the entire Mt. Shiude community.
Hydrangeas for Mt. Shiude
Hydrangeas improve the scenery even after their season ends as dry flowers.
Part of the proceeds for each sale go towards conservation on Mt. Shiude.
Hydrangeas set against the Setouchi
Hydrangea Walk (June-July)
This project takes hydrangea blossoms from Mt. Shiude that are past their peak and refreshes them. In cooperation with a local company,
these blossoms are dried and sold, and a portion of the proceeds go to funding the ongoing conservations efforts on Mt. Shiude.
A yearly event since 2020, these dried flowers are now available at 3 locations. After enjoying the live blooms, check out these dried flowers too.
Dried Hydrangea
The ceiling of Seasonal Stand, a dry flower shop by Chichibugahama Beach
Reservation Required
Reservations
No Reservation Required
90 min one way
Weekends Only
Reservations
Weekdays Only
Advance
Tour Groups, Large Parties, etc.
Reservations
See Timetable/Fare＞＞
See Timetable/Fare＞＞
