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Mount Kojin, Summit and mountain in Hikone, Japan.

The 284-meter Mount Kojin rises prominently near Lake Biwa, providing views of the surrounding Shiga Prefecture landscape and regional terrain.

Mount Kojin has hosted the Kōjinyama Shrine for centuries, marking its significance in the development of Hikone's religious and social structures.

The mountain serves as a gathering place for local festivals and ceremonies, connecting residents with traditional Japanese mountain worship practices.

A network of marked trails leads visitors through a 1.5-mile route to the summit, requiring approximately 3,500 steps with an elevation gain of 354 feet.

The mountain's location offers simultaneous views of Lake Biwa's waters, urban developments of Hikone, and the natural landscapes of Shiga Prefecture.

Location: Hikone

Elevation above the sea: 284 m

GPS coordinates: 35.23364,136.19778

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:12

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