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Haguro Mountain is known for its 2,446 cedar-lined stone steps that lead to the summit, where visitors can experience the serene atmosphere filled with the scent of cedar, reminiscent of incense. This sacred mountain is one of the Three Mountains of Dewa and offers a unique blend of nature and spirituality.

Best season

Spring · Autumn for the best foliage · Weather.

Crowd level

Hidden gem

Rating

4.6· 491 reviews

Nearest station

Tsuruoka Station (JR Uetsu Line) · Shonai Kotsu bus ~40 min to Haguro-sanroku/Zuishinmon (base of the stone stairway)

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