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Shōnai-machi, Yamagata Prefecture · Japan Heritage
Three Mountains of Dewa
- Nearest stationTakaya Station 8.4 km
- DesignationJapan Heritage
The Three Mountains of Dewa (出羽三山, Dewa Sanzan) refer to the three sacred mountains of Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan and Mount Yudono, which are clustered together in the ancient province of Dewa (modern-day Yamagata Prefecture). Holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and especially the mountain ascetic practice of Shugendo, Dewa Sanzan are a popular pilgrimage site visited by many, including famed haiku poet Matsuo Bashō.
From the Wikipedia article “Three Mountains of Dewa” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Three Mountains of Dewa. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Shōnai-machi, Yamagata Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Takaya Station, 8.4 km (straight line) |
| Type | Japan Heritage |
| More | Official site Wikipedia 46 more photos (Commons) |
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FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Three Mountains of Dewa?
- Takaya Station. It is 8.4 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Three Mountains of Dewa a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Japan Heritage.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Dewa Sanzan History Museum: 掬茶 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Hagurosan no Sugi Namiki: Koda6029 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Hagurosan Jijisugi: 掬茶 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Ideha Cultural Museum: さかおり (CC BY-SA 4.0), Gyokusen-ji Temple Garden: MChew (CC BY-SA 4.0), Gyokusen-ji Temple: MChew (CC BY-SA 4.0)
