Nara, Japan

Mount Wakakusa

Mount Wakakusa, Nara

A grassy hill of 342 meters rising behind Nara's temples, Mount Wakakusa offers sweeping views over the city. Each January the slopes are set ablaze in the Yamayaki festival. An ancient burial mound crowns its summit, and deer roam its open flanks.

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Roots Earth has a longer story for Mount Wakakusa, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 34.69103, 135.85419

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