Mount Wakakusa

Wakakusa Mountain, Nara Mount Wakakusa is located in Nara Park, with an altitude of 342 meters. The entire mountain is covered with grass. At first glance, the endless green is refreshing. You can also see large groups of deer grazing leisurely. If the day is right, you can participate in the "Wakakusa Mountain Burning Festival", which is held on the fourth Saturday of January every year. It is a traditional event in the ancient capital of Nara to announce the arrival of early spring. The flames that stretch across Mt. Wakakusa dye the clear winter night sky a bright red, creating a spectacular sight. In previous years, many activities, ceremonies, and festivals were held on Ruocao Mountain in the afternoon of that day, and colorful fireworks were also set off before burning the mountain. Transportation: Take the Nara Kotsu City Loop Bus (Outer Loop Line) from Kintetsu Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line and walk for about 4 minutes. Opening period: all year round (opening time is from the third Saturday in March to the second Sunday in December). Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 If the mountain is closed, you can consider staying at Mikasa Ryokan, which is located on a private road on Mt. Wakakusa. 728-10, Kawakamicho, Nara, Nara, Nara, Japan, 630-8202 You can still climb the mountain via private roads even when the mountain is closed. Things to do near Mt. Wakakusa Popular places to visit near Mt. Wakakusa Nara Park Kasuga Taisha Shrine Kasugayama Primeval Forest Todaiji Temple Isuien #Wakakusayama