Record SL-848768 · Wikidata Q1155726
Three Mountains of Dewa
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Elevation
1,984
m
6,509 ft
Prominence
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Isolation
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Coordinates
38.7003° N,
140.0003° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaThe Three Mountains of Dewa (出羽三山, Dewa Sanzan) refer to the three sacred mountains of Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan and Mount Yudono, which are clustered together in the ancient province of Dewa (modern-day Yamagata Prefecture). Holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and especially the mountain ascetic practice of Shugendo, Dewa Sanzan are a popular pilgrimage site visited by many, including famed haiku poet Matsuo Bashō. The Haguro Five-story Pagoda is a recognised national treasure of Japan. It has three subshrines Mount Gassan with Gassan Shrine Mount Haguro with Hagurosan Shrine Mount Yudono with Yudonosan Shrine
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Haguro | 414 m | W 279° | 1.5 km |
| hei sen shan | 694 m | E 110° | 2.2 km |