Mount Nantai, Sacred mountain summit in Nikko National Park, Japan
Mount Nantai rises 2,486 meters above sea level, forming a prominent stratovolcano on the northern shore of Lake Chuzenji in Tochigi Prefecture.
The first documented ascent of Mount Nantai occurred in the 8th century by Buddhist monk Shodo Shonin, establishing its significance as a religious site.
The mountain serves as a go-shintai for Futarasan Shrine and contributes to the UNESCO World Heritage designation of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko.
Hiking trails to the summit remain open from May 5 to October 25, with a round trip taking approximately 6.5 hours from the Futarasan Shrine Chuguji.
Archaeological excavations near Mount Nantai revealed numerous artifacts from the Nara to Edo periods, now recognized as Important Cultural Properties.
Location: Nikko
Elevation above the sea: 2,484 m
Made from material: andesite
Part of: 100 Famous Japanese Mountains, 100 Famous First Order Triangulation Station Mountains
GPS coordinates: 36.76508,139.49075
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22
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