There are two mountains called Mikusayama in Kinki.
Not long ago, I climbed Mikusayama in Nose Town, Osaka Prefecture.
This time we will climb Mikusayama in Kato City, Hyogo Prefecture.
The history of Mikusayama in Hyogo goes back to the Genpei War.
The Heike army was stationed on the west side of this mountain.
Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who is said to have learned the mystery of military law from Kurama Tengu, attacks there.
The Heike army is quickly defeated by Yoshitsune, who is considered to be a war genius.
Such history remains as "Battle of Mikusayama".
There are many rocky mountains in Hyogo prefecture.
Mt. Mikusa, which I climbed this time, also has many rocky areas, and the view on the way was good, so I was able to enjoy the mountain climbing.
Many people climb this mountain early in the morning, and it seems to be loved by the locals.
I am grateful for the well-maintained mountain trails.
Enjoy climbing Mikusayama in the cooler season.