[Breaking News] Azaleas on Mt. Yamato-Katsuragi have started blooming | Peak expected next weekend (2026)

The azaleas on Mt. Yamato-Katsuragi have now "started to bloom."

While some early trees have begun to open their flowers,
the overall state is still in the "beginning to color" phase.

The peak viewing time will likely be around next weekend.

■ Current blooming status (May 2, 2026)

• Overall: Started blooming

• Early trees: Some blooming

• Most trees: Buds to starting to open

※ It is not yet in a state where "the mountain is dyed red"

■ Local impressions

As I walked,
the trees were starting to color in order from the sunniest spots.

It has that "about to burst into bloom" atmosphere before full bloom.

▶ Click here for the actual Diamond Trail hiking record
[Diamond Trail 40km] Mt. Nijo - Mt. Yamato-Katsuragi - Mt. Kongo traverse | Spring flower tour

On this day, spring flowers were also at their peak around Mt. Kongo,
and the Anemone flaccida colonies and mountain peonies were very beautiful.

▶ [Mt. Kongo] Walking in search of spring flowers | Anemone flaccida colonies, mountain peonies, and Theligonum japonica

■ Peak forecast

Judging from the local conditions,
the peak will be in a week to around the following weekend

※ Since blooming conditions change depending on the weather, please also check the latest information.

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▶ [Diamond Trail 40km]
Nijo-san to Mt. Yamato-Katsuragi to Mt. Kongo Traverse | Spring Flower Tour

It was a long traverse where I was also able to enjoy spring flowers,
such as the Anemone flaccida colonies and mountain peonies.

▶ [Mt. Kongo] Walking in search of spring flowers | I have summarized the spring flowers I encountered while traversing the Diamond Trail, including Anemone flaccida colonies, mountain peonies, and Yamato-gusa.

I track the changes in the mountains by season,
so I would be happy if you could follow me.