On April 3 to 4, 2006, wakwak climbing club climbed Mt. Sawaguchi-yama of Sumata-sanzan in Southern Japan Alps. Mt. Asahi （1,826m）, Mt. Maekuroboushi （1,943m）and Mt. Sawaguchi-yama (1,425m) compose Sumata-sanzan.
First Day
All members used Ooigawa line after JR's Tokaido line. Ooigawa line runs along River Ooi which collects rain fall in South Japan Alps.
Cherry blossoms along River Ooi
They arrived Sumata hot spring after a long ride on bus which run over steep ridge etched by deep valley.
Hiryu Bridge over River Ooma
After making warm up walking along the valley, they enjoyed hot water bath and drinking.
Second Day
They got up at 4:30 and started climbing at 5:40. After reaching the summit, they returned to the hotel at 12:40.
Old oak tree near the summit of Mt. Sawaguchi
Peaks of South Japan Alps viewed from the Summit of Mt. Sawaguchi-yama
3D picture assuming 100mm lens
Pictures taken by camera having 300mm lens
In the return trip, they were lucky to ride on vintage train driven by steam locomotive.
 Vintage Steam Locomotive C11-312 |
 Vintage cabin |
April 07, 2006