Takagisan
Takagisan is a mountain located in the northern highlands of the fictional nation of Kiyomori. Rising to about 2,480 meters, it is the tallest peak in the region and a defining feature of the local landscape. The mountain is classified as a stratovolcano, with its last major eruption dating to the late Pleistocene; current activity is considered dormant. Small fumarolic activity has been observed at the crater rim in some years.
Etymology and naming conventions indicate that Takagisan derives from local terms meaning “high” and “mountain,” with
Geography and climate: Takagisan sits within the Takagisan Range, a northwest–southeast trending chain. The climate is
Ecology: The upper slopes host alpine meadows and sparse conifer stands. Fauna commonly observed on the slopes
Cultural significance and recreation: The mountain is a popular destination for hikers and climbers. Two main
Conservation: Takagisan lies within the Takagisan National Reserve, established to conserve alpine habitats, freshwater sources, and