Mount Higashihōben

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Mount Higashihōben, Mountain summit in Yamaguchi, Japan

Mount Higashihōben rises to an elevation of 734.2 meters, featuring multiple hiking trails through dense forests in western Honshu Island.

The mountain earned recognition in two prestigious lists: New 100 Famous Japanese Mountains and 100 Famous Chūgoku Mountains, ranking 85th and 96th respectively.

Local residents regularly visit Mount Higashihōben for nature observation activities, collecting seasonal plants and practicing traditional mountain hiking customs.

Visitors can access multiple marked trails from the parking areas at the mountain base, with directional signs indicating difficulty levels and estimated hiking times.

The mountain's location between Yamaguchi and Shimane prefectures allows hikers to observe diverse geological formations and plant species from both regions.

Location: Yamaguchi

Location: Hagi

Elevation above the sea: 734.2 m

Part of: New 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, 100 Famous Chūgoku Mountains

GPS coordinates: 34.22195,131.44286

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:07

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