Mount Taishaku

Mount Taishaku rises to 2,455 meters in elevation, featuring steep slopes formed by andesite rocks within the mountains of central Japan.

The mountain territory belonged to the influential Kanto region during the Kamakura period when this area served as Japan's political center.

The name Taishaku originates from Śakra, a Buddhist deity, reflecting the deep religious connections of mountains in Japanese spiritual traditions.

Visitors can access the mountain through multiple hiking trails, with transportation options available from nearby cities including buses and rental vehicles.

The mountain's geological composition of andesite creates specific patterns in the rock formations that attract researchers studying volcanic formations.

Location: Tochigi Prefecture

Elevation above the sea: 2,455 m

Made from material: andesite

GPS coordinates: 36.81257,139.52890

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:02