Mount Nasu
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is a group of complex volcanoes in Japan. The tallest peak is Sanbonyari Peak at a height of 1916.9 m (6,289 ft). Mount Nasu is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, and is located in the northeast part of Nikko National Park
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Thease peaks are known collectively as .
Nikko National Park
is a national park in the Kantō region, on the main island of Honshū in Japan. The park spreads over four prefectures: Tochigi, Gunma, Fukushima, and Niigata.Notable attractions include:* Nikkō Tōshō-gū* Lake Chūzenji* Kegon Falls* Ryūzu Falls* Mount Nantai...
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Major Peaks
Mount Nasu has the following major peaks,- Sanbonyari Peak 1916.9m
- Chausu Peak 1915m
- Asahi Peak 1896m
- Nangetsu-san Peak 1776m
- Kuro-odani Peak 1589m
Thease peaks are known collectively as .
Eruption
It is estimated that Mount Nasu started erupting 600 thousand years ago. The eruption started from the north end of the mountain range, at Kashi-Asahi Peak. Currently, only Chausu Peak is active.Access
- Nasu Sancho Station of Nasu Ropeway
- Sandogoya Onsen Bus Stop of Toya Kotsu Bus