The Hiba Mountain Range is a mysterious mountain range where the legend of the tomb where Izanami-no-Mikoto, the Japanese mother goddess who appears in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, is said to have been buried remains. The range includes mountains over 1,000m above sea level, such as the highest peak, Tateeboshiyama, as well as Mount Kenashi, Mount Eboshi, and Mount Azuma, allowing you to experience the rich nature of the Chugoku Mountains. The hiking trails are well maintained, and beginners and veterans can choose from a variety of courses according to their physical ability. The autumn leaves are particularly breathtakingly beautiful, and the range is bustling with many hikers and tourists.

Within the range is the Hiroshima Prefectural Forest, which also has a wide range of campsites and accommodation facilities. The beautiful virgin beech forest is perfect for forest bathing and bird watching, and the area shows different faces throughout the year, with fresh greenery in spring, escaping the heat in summer, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery in winter. In winter, ski resorts are also open, so you can enjoy winter sports. The great attraction of the Hiba Mountain Range is that you can refresh your mind and body in the great outdoors while thinking about the world of mythology.

The Hiba Mountain Range can be accessed by car in about 50 to 55 minutes from Shobara IC or Tojo IC on the Chugoku Expressway. Parking is available at each trailhead, making it convenient to access by car.

[Trivia]
The Hiba Mountain Range is also known as the place where the unidentified animal "Hibagon" was once spotted. In the 1970s, numerous reports of its ape-like appearance were made, and it became a national topic for a time.

[Hidden Spot Information]
In the mountains of the Hiba Mountain Range, there is a megalith that is said to be the tomb of Izanami-no-Mikoto. Although it may be a little off the well-maintained hiking trail, it is a mysterious spot where you can experience the myths of the Kojiki. In addition, the summit of Mount Ryuo is a spectacular spot where you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama, and it is recommended as it can be climbed in a relatively short time.