Mt. Wakakusa
Mt. Wakakusa is also famous for the annual Wakakusa Yamayaki event. It is also called Mt. Mikasa because it looks like three hats stacked on top of each other. Entering the mountain from the gates at the foot of the mountain (north and south), you can enjoy different views of the first, second, summit, and roads around the Uguisuzuka tomb. It takes about 30 to 40 minutes to walk from the foot gate to the summit. From the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, you can see the scenery of Nara, including Todaiji Temple and Kofukuji Temple. The opening period is from the third Saturday in March to the second Sunday in December. From 9:00 to 17:00. You can also access the mountaintop (Mieme) by car via the Nara Okuyama Driveway. The sunset and night view seen from the top of the mountain (one of Japan's top three night views) is spectacular.
Detailed information
| Address | 469 Zoshicho, Nara City |
|---|---|
| Opening Hours | 9:00-17:00 (excluding temporary openings) |
| Price | Adults: 150 yen University Students: 150 yen High School Students: 150 yen Middle School Students: 150 yen Elementary School Students: 80 yen |
| Price (Group) | Adults: 120 yen University Students: 120 yen High School Students: 120 yen Middle School Students: 120 yen Elementary School Students: 60 yen Group prices apply to groups of 30 or more. |
| Inquiry | 0742-22-0375 (Nara Park Office) |
| Discount for Disabled Visitors | Admission is free for the person and one accompanying person upon presentation of a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental disability health and welfare certificate. |
| Events | Wakakusa Yamayaki: 4th Saturday of January |
| Remarks | Opening period: 3rd Saturday in March to 2nd Sunday in December |
| Access & Bus Stop | ・From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, get off at the city circulation bus "Daibutsuden Kasugataisha-mae" and walk 12 minutes. ・Nara Okuyama Driveway "Shin-Wakakusa Mountain Course" |