Mount Myōgi

Mount Myōgi rises to 1,103 meters and features multiple peaks connected by ridges with numerous dacite rock formations emerging from the forested slopes.

The mountain developed its current geological structure through volcanic activity three million years ago, resulting in distinctive formations of dacite lava, tuff, and breccia.

Nakano Take Shrine, established over a thousand years ago at the mountain entrance, differs from traditional shrines by designating natural rock formations as sacred objects.

The Intermediate Trail offers a four-hour hiking route to see major landmarks including Stone Gate and Daikoku Rock, while advanced climbers tackle the 10-kilometer Omote Ridge.

Mount Myōgi presents different geological formations with specific names, such as Candle Rock and Artillery Rock, created through erosion of surrounding sedimentary layers.

Location: Gunma Prefecture

Elevation above the sea: 807 m

Part of: Jōmō Sanzan, 日本三大奇景, 200 Famous Japanese Mountains, 100 Famous Kantō Mountains, 100 Famous Gunma Mountains, 日本紅葉名所100選, 100 Landscapes of Shōwa

GPS coordinates: 36.29861,138.73472

Latest update: May 30, 2025 09:55