Mount Yudono

Mount Yudono rises to 1,504 meters (4,935 feet) and forms part of the Three Mountains of Dewa, featuring natural hot springs and stone formations throughout the landscape. The area is defined by its geothermal features and the shrine structures built into the environment.

The mountain has served as a religious training ground since ancient times, where monks engaged in intensive spiritual practices. This role established it as a significant site in Japanese religious history.

This peak marks the final destination of a spiritual journey through the Three Mountains of Dewa and represents rebirth in Japanese religious practice. Visitors experience a place that has drawn people seeking renewal for generations.

The mountain remains closed to visitors from November through May due to winter weather conditions; during the open season, access is available via a toll road. Plan your visit outside the winter months and check conditions before traveling.

The site maintains strict rules prohibiting photography in sacred areas to preserve its traditional mysteries. This restriction creates a more introspective visit focused on direct experience rather than documentation.

Location: Tsuruoka

Location: Nishikawa

Elevation above the sea: 1,504 m

Part of: Three Mountains of Dewa, 100 Famous Yamagata Mountains

Website: http://dewasanzan.jp/en/publics/index/16

GPS coordinates: 38.53093,139.98498

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23