Located on the border between Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture and Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Mount Akikanmuri is a popular mountain for mountain climbing and trekking enthusiasts, boasting an altitude of 1,339.8 meters. Located at the western end of the Chugoku Mountains, it is rich in nature and remains untouched. In particular, the virgin beech forest that spreads around the summit shows beautiful expressions in every season.

The appeal of Mount Akikanmuri is that there are multiple well-maintained trekking courses, and people from beginners to veterans can enjoy climbing according to their physical strength and experience. In particular, it is crowded with many climbers from spring to summer when the new green leaves are dazzling, and in autumn when the fiery autumn leaves are beautiful.

Many types of plants, including many alpine plants, can be seen in the surrounding area, and it is also designated as the Nishi-Chugoku Mountains National Park. It is the most popular mountain in Hiroshima Prefecture for mountain climbing and trekking.