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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