<p>Views from near the Gomasan Sky Tower</p>

Views from near the Gomasan Sky Tower (Photo: Mandy Bartok)

Winter Views in Wakayama

Snow and ice near Mt Gomadan

Mandy Bartok Jan 26, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>Views from near the Gomasan Sky Tower</p>

<p>The mountains were covered in a light blanket of snow</p>

<p>A monument for Mt Gomadan sticks out of the snow</p>

<p>Icy branches against a blue sky</p>

<p>The Gomadan area is one of the only places to see snow in Wakayama in winter</p>

<p>A pristine field of snow</p>

Just a short drive up the road from the monastic temple complex of Mount Koya lies the Gomasan Sky Tower. Although this tall observation tower is closed from December until the beginning of March, intrepid visitors (snow tires or chains a must) can still use the parking area as a jumping off point for exploring the surroundings. You don't have to go far to appreciate the iced-over tree branches, the snowy fields, or the stunning views over central Wakayama's mountain ranges, including nearby Mt Gomadan.

Mandy Bartok

Mandy Bartok @mandy.bartok

Japan resident for 10 years, with time spent in Okinawa, Kumamoto and Tokyo.