Hike Ogiyama (medium-to-hard for beginners)

Hiking course of ~6 hours but we will have some time for lunch and breaks. Elevation climb of ~955m but it will be steep so beginners not used to hiking up mountains may find this to be medium to hard difficulty.

There might be a view of Mt. Fuji at the trees at the summit of Ogiyama blocked the views on past hikes. However, on the way down, there are two smaller peaks that maybe offer a view of Mt. Fuji.

Past event photos with nearby hiking trails:
- https://www.meetup.com/tokyo-science-and-nature-meetup/photos/26453930/
- https://www.meetup.com/tokyo-science-and-nature-meetup/photos/34745924/

Rough schedule:
10:00 - Meet, then leave Torisawa Station
11:00 - Trailhead
13:00 - Ogiyama summit, lunch here
14:00 - Inumemaru
14:30 - Oginomaru
16:30 - Shiotsu Station

• Notes

• No smoking and no bear bell(s). I know there is a concern about increased bear attacks around Japan, but bells have not been shown to be consistently effective. Group conversation and walking sounds are said to be better deterrents.
• By coming to this event, you are agreeing that you are responsible for your own safety. I have no survival or first aid skills.
• Bring 1.0-1.5L of water/soft drink and a lunch. Bring more water if you think you will need it.
• Weather can change unexpectedly, so dress in layers.
• I recommend a towel in case you get sweaty or dirty. Your shoes will get dirty.
• No meetup fee thanks to Liliya (group owner).
• If the weather forecast looks bad, I will cancel the hike.