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Mount Wakakusa
若草山
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No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Nara CityOpening hours of Mount Wakakusa
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 hours
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Zoshicho, Nara, 630-8211, Japan
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Mount Wakakusa attraction highlights
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Wakakusa Mountain is located near Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Visitors can climb it from the Spring Festival to the autumn, and you can see the scenery of Nara from the middle of the mountain. On the top of the mountain, there is an ancient burial mound with a round front and a back, and you can enjoy the beautiful night view of Nara from the top of the mountain at night. Wakakusa Mountain is very famous for the "Wakakusa Burning Mountain" festival, which is a traditional event held every January with fireworks and burning the mountain.
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Show More ReviewsThe scenery is beautiful. You must buy tickets before 17:00, otherwise you can't get in. There are many deer inside. Almost half of the tourists are Chinese compatriots. Climb to the top of the peak and watch the sunset. It's very pleasant. Walk carefully, the mountain is a bit steep, watch the children, there is a toilet inside, the entrance and exit are different, and you will reach Todaiji Temple when you go out.