Mount Myōgi

#169 among destinations in Japan

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Mount Myōgi is one of the major mountains in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Its straddles the border between the municipalities of Annaka, Shimonita and Tomioka. Well known for its rocks weathered into fantastic forms, this famous peak is ranked among Japan's three most noted places of rugged beauty. There are many hiking courses, and when the foliage changes color there are splendid views to be seen. The highest point is the peak of the Mt. Sōmadake reaching 1,103 metres.It is also a National Place of Scenic Beauty as determined by the Agency for Cultural Affairs in Japan in 1923. ()

Local name: 妙義山 Elevation: 3619 ftCoordinates: 36°17'48"N, 138°44'38"E

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Mount Myōgi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park, Sakamoto Dam, Usui Pass.

2.8 miN
Specialty museum, Museum
Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park, Annaka
72 min walk • The Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park is an open-air railway museum located in Annaka, Gunma, Japan. It is operated by East Japan Railway Company, and was opened on 18 April 1998 on the site of the former Yokokawa motive power depot alongside the Shinetsu Main Line, which closed in October 1997.
4.5 miNW
Dam
Sakamoto Dam
115 min walk • Sakamoto Dam is a dam in the Gunma Prefecture of Japan. It forms Lake Usui.
6.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Road
Usui Pass
157 min walk • The Usui pass is a mountain pass that lies between Nagano and Gunma prefecture in Japan. It has served as one of the major transportation routes in central Japan since at least the eighth century.

Mount Myōgi

Facts and practical information

Mount Myōgi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park, Annaka

Sakamoto Dam

Usui Pass