Japan Midokoro / Nara Prefecture / Yoshino / Mount Yoshino
Yoshino, Nara Prefecture · Historic Site
Mount Yoshino
- Nearest stationYoshinoyama Station 2.3 km
- DesignationHistoric Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, Place of Scenic Beauty
Mount Yoshino (吉野山, Yoshino-yama) is the general name for the mountain ridge that stretches from the south bank of the Yoshino River in the town of Yoshino central Nara Prefecture, Japan, to the Ōmine Mountains, stretching for about eight kilometers from north-to-south, or the broader name of the area dotted with shrines and temples, centered around Kinpusen-ji Temple. It has long been known as a famous flower spot, especially for its cherry blossoms and is a popular tourist destination.
From the Wikipedia article “Mount Yoshino” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Mount Yoshino. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Yoshino, Nara Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Yoshinoyama Station, 2.3 km (straight line) |
| Type | Historic Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, Place of Scenic Beauty |
| More | Official site Wikipedia 49 more photos (Commons) |
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FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Mount Yoshino?
- Yoshinoyama Station. It is 2.3 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Mount Yoshino a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Historic Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, Place of Scenic Beauty.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Yoshino Mikumari Shrine: Naokijp (CC BY-SA 4.0), Yoshimizu Shrine: KENPEI (CC BY-SA 3.0), Main Hall, Kinpusen-ji: 日:Jnn (CC BY 2.1 jp), Niō Gate, Kinpusen-ji: KENPEI (CC BY-SA 3.0), Kimpusen-ji Temple: 663highland (CC BY 2.5), Kinpu Shrine: Kansai explorer (CC BY 3.0)
