Mount Oyama - Kanagawa, Japan

It takes about two hours from Kawasaki Station to the trailhead, and I left a bit later after enjoying the free hotel breakfast. The trail started busy, packed with visitors heading to Oyama Afuri Shrine, but soon became quiet.

Steep climbs and lots of steps warmed up my legs, and I overtook slower hikers along the way. The peak tea houses were crowded, so I opted to descend toward Hinata Yakushi. The trail offered new wooden steps, muddy sections, and stunning panoramic views. I arrived with plenty of time before the next bus, skipping the extra 5 km to Yakushi Shrine to relax instead.